Walking Japan's Kumano Kodō: The Ancient UNESCO Pilgrimage Trail with Kana Hattori
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Kana is a qualified tea master of Urasenke Tea Ceremony School and is an experienced national-licensed guide. She holds a BA in English from Doshisha University, Kyoto, and another BA in Japanese Classical and Traditional Arts from Kyoto University of Arts and Design. She enjoys playing the shamisen, a 3-stringed traditional music instrument that geisha ladies also play, and also performing Noh, 650-year-old Japanese classical theater. The Zen philosophy—to live in the moment—has always been a core tenet of her life.
This conversation is suitable for all ages.
90 minutes, including a 30 minute Q&A.
I was curious about the Kumano Kodo because I had friends who walked it a few years ago and I was intrigued by their stories. This excellent presentation gave me such a great overview of their experience and a sense of having a shared experience as a result. Very well done, informative, concise, great photos.
Kana gave not only an in-depth and compelling view of what it would be like to hike Kumano Kodo she gave us the context for the historical significance of the trek. The talk was beautifully illustrated with everything from videos of actual segments of the walking trail to ancient paintings.
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Great presentation with so many ideas on what to see and how you can navigate this beautiful area. I have my hiking shoes laced up ready to go.
Excellent overview with lots of details.