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  1. SantiagoCruzB

    LIVE from the Camino Walking the Dream Part 2 - Kumano Kodo in Japan sister pilgrimage of Camino de Santiago

    Here’s the link: https://www.tb-kumano.jp/en/kumano-kodo/dual-pilgrim/
  2. SantiagoCruzB

    LIVE from the Camino Walking the Dream Part 2 - Kumano Kodo in Japan sister pilgrimage of Camino de Santiago

    Just like in the CF you have to collect all the stamps along the way. You can also go to the KK Travel website for more detailed info.
  3. SantiagoCruzB

    LIVE from the Camino Walking the Dream Part 2 - Kumano Kodo in Japan sister pilgrimage of Camino de Santiago

    Hi Acasma, To become eligible for Dual Pilgrim status on the Kumano Kodo side, you will need to complete one of the following on foot and collect the stamps along the way: Takijiri-oji to Kumano Hongu Taisha (approximately 38 km) Kumano Nachi Taisha to/from Kumano Hongu Taisha (approximately 30 km)
  4. SantiagoCruzB

    LIVE from the Camino Walking the Dream Part 2 - Kumano Kodo in Japan sister pilgrimage of Camino de Santiago

    No worries DF, happy to help. Good luck on your KK. Buen Camino!
  5. SantiagoCruzB

    LIVE from the Camino Walking the Dream Part 2 - Kumano Kodo in Japan sister pilgrimage of Camino de Santiago

    Some tips for walking the Kumano Kodo We just completed the KK Oct 1-4 here’s some tips based on our experiences: 1: Be prepared for walking steep uphills and downhills on footpaths (killer on the knees) with loose rocks, tree roots, etc. where you have to thread carefully (it’s easy to trip and...
  6. SantiagoCruzB

    LIVE from the Camino Walking the Dream Part 2 - Kumano Kodo in Japan sister pilgrimage of Camino de Santiago

    Thanks for the suggestion dfox. We did consider this option but we thought it would be too stressful to try and do all these in one day. We hope everything will work out for you in your own KK. Buen Camino and God bless!
  7. SantiagoCruzB

    LIVE from the Camino Walking the Dream Part 2 - Kumano Kodo in Japan sister pilgrimage of Camino de Santiago

    Day 4 Hosshinmon-oji to Kumano Hongu Taisha Oct 4 2024 Camino journey comes full circle Today the weather is better. It was still raining when we woke but it was lighter than yesterday and last night. By the time we’ve had breakfast and were ready to leave it had subsided to a slight drizzle...
  8. SantiagoCruzB

    LIVE from the Camino Walking the Dream Part 2 - Kumano Kodo in Japan sister pilgrimage of Camino de Santiago

    Hi Mary, It's so nice to hear from you. Yes, we have fond memories of our dinner in Moratinos and our walk in the heavy rain to Sahagun 🥰 We trust you're in the best of everything. We're looking into the 88 Temples Pilgrimage too. But Japan is worth a visit even if you don't do a pilgrimage...
  9. SantiagoCruzB

    LIVE from the Camino Walking the Dream Part 2 - Kumano Kodo in Japan sister pilgrimage of Camino de Santiago

    Day 3 Komorian House, Takahara, Japan Oct 3 2024 Aborting the dream In the past two days, we’ve had beautiful weather. Bright, sunny, and hot (32C) when outside the forest. But today it was drizzling when we woke up and the rain got heavier as the morning progressed. In the Camino, there were...
  10. SantiagoCruzB

    LIVE from the Camino Walking the Dream Part 2 - Kumano Kodo in Japan sister pilgrimage of Camino de Santiago

    Here's a short video at the beginning of our walk on Day 1. After these, we couldn't video anymore as we had to focus on walking carefully 😊
  11. SantiagoCruzB

    LIVE from the Camino Walking the Dream Part 2 - Kumano Kodo in Japan sister pilgrimage of Camino de Santiago

    Day 2 Michi-no-Eki (Gyuba-doji-Guchi) to Log Bridge, 8.9km, Oct 2 2024 Getting lost on the Kumano Kodo (KK), Nakahechi route Just a heads up, “Michi-no-Eki” just means rest area in Japanese and is not the official name of the place. The official name of this place is Gyuba-doji-Guchi. The...
  12. SantiagoCruzB

    LIVE from the Camino Walking the Dream Part 2 - Kumano Kodo in Japan sister pilgrimage of Camino de Santiago

    Thanks for the suggestion
  13. SantiagoCruzB

    LIVE from the Camino Walking the Dream Part 2 - Kumano Kodo in Japan sister pilgrimage of Camino de Santiago

    Day 1 Takijiri to Michi-no-Eki, 10km, Oct 1 2024 Very tough day on the Kumano Kodo, Nakahechi route The first two kilometers is the toughest of any hike we’ve ever done. We’ve seen videos of this before and we knew it was difficult, but the videos do not really indicate how difficult it is in...
  14. SantiagoCruzB

    LIVE from the Camino Walking the Dream Part 2 - Kumano Kodo in Japan sister pilgrimage of Camino de Santiago

    Day 0 – Hong Kong to Osaka to Kii-Tanabe Sept 29 – 30, 2024 It was almost exactly one year ago today when we started our pilgrimage to the Camino de Santiago last year. This time we’re doing the Kumano Kodo, the sister pilgrimage of the Camino de Santiago in Japan. But first, we must get to...
  15. SantiagoCruzB

    Amount of people on late October + November?

    I second all the comments. Just to add, we were on the Camino Oct-Nov last year, and we saw many places (and bag delivery service) close for the season at the end of October. There will be fewer places to stop and snack. Also, when in Galicia, you're likely to experience all types of weather on...
  16. SantiagoCruzB

    Should I replace my Hokas now?

    Just to add to the chorus of buying a new pair now. On the second day of our Camino last Oct 6, my Columbia hiking boots gave up in the middle of the hike about two hours before Roncesvalles. At that time I've had those boots for the past year and taken it on many hikes back home with no...
  17. SantiagoCruzB

    Doubting Thomas

    You don't really have to be Catholic or even Christian to know and appreciate this. Just saying. Peace🙏🏻
  18. SantiagoCruzB

    LIVE from the Camino Account of a very challenging day SJPdP to Roncesvalles (crazy weather)

    Thanks for the update. Stay healthy and safe. It's so easy to get sick in this kind of weather. Buen Camino!
  19. SantiagoCruzB

    LIVE from the Camino They are recommending the Valcarlos route tomorrow, how foolish would it be to go Napoleon?

    It wasn't a dumb question. It was actually a good one if you ask me. And you were right to post it in this forum since there are a lot of well-experienced people here who can offer good and helpful advice. In some cases the tone may be condescending or all-knowing but they do mean well (based on...
  20. SantiagoCruzB

    RIP @annakappa

    Requiescat in Pace @annakappa. Buen Camino and God bless!

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