開催日	Saturday, January 17, 2026 (Cancelled in case of severe weather)
時間	8:00-15:30
場所	Meeting Point: Mie Prefectural Government Owase Branch Office Parking Lot　(1-1 Sakabanishimachi, Owase City, Mie Prefecture)
参加料・入場料	¥1,000 (includes insurance and lunch)　　Bus fare ( ¥380)not included
定員	15 participants (Advance registration required; first-come, first-served)
募集受付期間	December 1, 2025 – January 3, 2026
講師	Mr. Yamawaki Koji（Mie Prefecture Tourism Guide Training Program Instructor）
主催	Mie Prefectural Kumano Kodo Center
対象	Intermediate-level hikers who can understand English guidance; foreign visitors to Japan

A Guided Hiking Experience on the Kumano Kodo Iseji – Magose-toge Pass Trail

The Kumano Kodo Iseji Route weaves its way along the eastern side of the Kii Peninsula. Among these is the Magose-toge Pass Trail, known for its beautiful stone steps and ease of hiking, even for beginners. This hiking tour, accompanied by an English-speaking guide, will allow you to fully experience the history, culture, nature, and cuisine of the area.

On the day of the tour, we’ll meet in the parking lot of the Mie Prefectural Government Owase Branch Office and take a local bus to the trailhead of the Magose-toge Pass trailhead on the Kihoku Town side. As you walk along the Magose-toge Pass Trail with your English-speaking guide, we’ll learn about the history, faith, and lifestyle of the Kumano Kodo. Surrounded by forests of cedar and cypress trees, the pass trail is filled with the tranquility and beauty of nature, sunlight filtering through the branches, and moss-covered path.

After reaching the Magose pass(325m), we’ll continue on to the summit of Mount Tengura(522m), where we’ll have lunch. While enjoying a special bento box made with local ingredients, we’ll enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of Owase Bay, the city, the surrounding mountains, and even the distant Odai mountain range. This unified experience of food and scenery is sure to be an unforgettable one.

After descending the mountain, we’ll visit Iwayado, a stone statues protected by huge boulders, and Owase Shrine, known for its Yaya Festival. Experience the faith and festival culture of the local people, deepening your journey. Finally, we’ll return to the meeting point, where the tour comes to an end.

This is a valuable program that allows you to experience the region’s nature, culture, and cuisine all in one, and serves as a great opportunity to convey the appeal of the Kumano Kodo Iseji Route in English. Join us for a memorable and enriching experience.

Tour Details

Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026 (Cancelled in case of severe weather)
Time: 8:00-15:30
Fee: ¥1,000 (includes insurance and lunch)　　Bus fare ( ¥380)not included
Capacity: 15 participants (Advance registration required; first-come, first-served)
Eligibility: Intermediate-level hikers who can understand English guidance; foreign visitors to Japan
Walking Distance: Approx. 11 km
Elevation Gain/Loss: Approx. +600m / -600m
What to Bring: Comfortable clothing, trekking shoes, backpack ,hat, gloves, warm layers, rain gear, water(500ml×2at least), trail snacks, etc.
             trekking poles and bear bells can be borrowed
Meeting Point: Mie Prefectural Government Owase Branch Office Parking Lot　(1-1 Sakabanishimachi, Owase City, Mie Prefecture)
Guide: Mr. Yamawaki Koji（Mie Prefecture Tourism Guide Training Program Instructor）
Registration Period: December 1, 2025 – January 3, 2026
Registration Method: Google Form（https://forms.gle/vnfwCeo9qz3MMZCQA）
Inquiries: 090-4790-8968(Mr. Yamawaki)  Hours:9:00-17:00
Organizer: Mie Prefectural Kumano Kodo Center
　　　　　　 (12-4 Mukai, Owase City,Mie Prefecture)
Official Website: https://kumanokodocenter.com/
Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00(Closed:Dec. 31 and Jan. 1)

Schedule

“The schedule is subject to change depending on the weather and the walking pace of the participants.”
8:00   Reception
　　　 　Mie Prefectural Government Owase Branch Office Parking Lot (restrooms)
8:29   Board local bus
8:36   Get off at “Washige”
9:00   Start from Magose Pass trailhead
10:30   Magose Pass (325m)
11:10   Lunch at Mt. Tengura summit (522m)
11:40   Start descent
12:40   Magose Park (restrooms)
13:30   Iwayado
14:40   Owase Shrine
15:30   Dismissal at Mie Prefectural Government Owase Branch Office Parking Lot

Notes

Bento lunches will be prepared in advance. Please notify us at least three days in advance if you need to cancel.
In case of cancellation due to weather, we will notify you by phone by noon on the previous day.
If you choose to retire from the hike and require a taxi, the fare will be at your own expense.

For JR Train Users

Owase Station:
　Northbound: 7:06
　Southbound: 7:31
Approx. 20-minute walk to Mie Prefectural Government Owase Branch Office Parking Lot.

Looking for accommodation in Owase City

Please contact the Owase Tourism and Products Association.
　Address:12-14, Nakaicho, Owase City, Mie Prefecture
　Contact Information:TEL: 0597-23-8261
　Office Hours (Phone Inquiries): 8:30 AM – 5:15 PM (Closed during the year-end and
　New Year holidays)
　Website (Accommodation Information):https://owasekankou.com/category/stay/
  E-mail:info@owasekankou.com