- Kumano Kodo: Day 4 / Koguchi to Nachi-taisha Shrine
- Distance: 8.2 mi Total mileage: 43.2 miles
- Ascent: 3,670’ / Descent: 3,532’
- Time: 8h 40m (moving 7h)
- Weather: 35-53° / frost alert, partly sunny & winds 7-10mph
It has been said as pilgrims descend from Funami-toge Pass, they may see a figure coming towards them. As the figure approaches the pilgrim recognizes it as a deceased friend or relative. When the pilgrim begins to speak, the figure vanishes. Namiyo hopes she will meet her father.
Linda Scandore 
Linda, the waterfall behind the shrine appears to be coming out of a cave?
Bill
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I don’t think so but I don’t know how it flows from the top. My you are quick to respond. I just posted! ~linda
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A tough trek through the woods but what rewards , the steps through the trees, the view of the Pacific, the waterfall and the temple . Am right there with you
Joanna x
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Joanna I often pass the time mentally thinking of our Cotswold walk. So visually different yet so rewarding too. Thanks for following. ~linda
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Have been traveling too so unable to begin truly following you till now😊. Your photos are beautiful. The temple looks surreal. Love the story about seeing the departed. I’d love for that to happen💕.
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Thanks Jocelyn. I look forward to hearing about your travels. ~linda
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Beautiful pics!
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This is Jerri (I have since changed my ‘name’ here!
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Got you approved for comments. Just think of all those telephone conversations we had while I walked Ridge Road in the past. Each step paid off. ~linda
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Thanks. Technology of iPhone 15 is a marked improvement over past models. I just aim and shoot with this much beauty around me. ~linda
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did Namiyo feel her father there??
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Namiyo never mentioned if she felt her father’s presence. Good question. ~Linda
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