Nakasendō Way

An old postal trail between Kyoto and Tokyo.

The route is very well maintained and has many sites to see.

Zak Goldstein

Nakasendō Way: Walk Through Japan's Past

This 5 day walking holiday section of the trails runs through some of the most beautiful Edo architecture and forests of central Japan.

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Zak Goldstein

Nov 12, 20235 min read

Nakasendō Way (Part 5): The Yogawa-michi Walking Trail and Narai

The final Nakasendō day through the Yogawa-michi trail from Nagiso for a scenic walk. To celebrate, a train to Narai for a decadent ryokan.

Zak Goldstein

Nov 12, 20234 min read

Nakasendō Way (Part 4): The Magome Tsumago Pass

The most famous section of Nakasendō! Two beautiful post towns with a beautiful historic route connecting them.

Zak Goldstein

Nov 12, 20234 min read

Nakasendō Way (Part 3): Ena to Magome

A residential section of Nakasendo with many places to eat and shop. We also met a fellow Nakasendo-er on their first walking hgoliday.

Zak Goldstein

Nov 12, 20234 min read

Nakasendō Way (Part 2): 13 Mountain Passes to Ena

A beautiful section through the mountains and forests from Hiyoshicho to Ena. This leg is known for it's mountain passes and shrines.

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