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Výlet na horu Kója je nevyhnutnou aktivitou pri návšteve Osaky, vrelo odporúčam. Miesto stretnutia bolo pohodlné a náš sprievodca a vodič, pán Hanazawa, bol veľmi pozorný. Vopred si pripravil preklady vysvetlení o hore Kója a pôvode každej atrakcie v čínštine a angličtine pomocou AI. Prehral nám ich pred príchodom na miesta, takže sme mali potrebné informácie pred samotnou prehliadkou. Cestovali sme počas týždňa, takže bolo málo turistov, čo bolo veľmi príjemné a pokojné. Na obed sme vyskúšali shojin ryori (vegetariánsku kuchyňu), ktorá mi síce veľmi nechutila, ale stálo to za vyskúšanie. Návšteva chrámu Seijōshin-in bola čerešničkou na torte. Po dokončení prehliadky Okunoin nám pán Hanazawa, náš sprievodca a vodič, dokonca pripravil popoludňajšie občerstvenie a zelený čaj pre každého, čo bolo veľmi ohľaduplné. Boli sme veľmi spokojní s programom tohto dňa.

This Kumano Kodo day trip was a perfect experience, and I must highly recommend our guide, Yan! The guide is Chinese, so there was absolutely no language barrier throughout the entire trip. They served as both driver and guide, meticulously arranging everything, making the trip incredibly hassle-free. Before arriving at each attraction, the guide would provide detailed explanations of its history and key highlights. They thoughtfully advised us on how to best experience each site, what specific sights to focus on, and clearly communicated the duration of free time and the meeting time for our return. This meant we didn't have to worry about planning ourselves, and the pace of the trip was just right. The entire itinerary, from the service area, Kumano Hongu Taisha, Otorii, and collecting stamps at Oyu no Hara, to Nachi Taisha, Seiganto-ji Temple, Hiro Shrine, Daimonzaka, and Hayatama Taisha, concluding with a visit to the Totsukawa Onsen footbath, featured detailed and easy-to-understand explanations at every stop. The guide eloquently shared the cultural stories behind the Kumano Sanzan, allowing us to grasp the profound heritage behind these World Heritage sites, even without prior research. The guide's service attitude was gentle and attentive, and their driving was smooth and safe. They never took detours or rushed the itinerary. There was no pressure throughout the trip, allowing ample time for photos, leisurely strolls, and worship. At the end, there was even plenty of time to soak our feet in the footbath to relieve travel fatigue. I was initially concerned about the inconveniences of traveling alone in a foreign country, but thankfully, this Chinese-speaking guide provided meticulous care throughout the journey. The itinerary was both enriching and relaxed, allowing for a deep appreciation of the sacred Kumano landscape. The overall value for money was excellent. For anyone planning a day trip to Kumano, I strongly recommend Guide Yan!

S naším vodičom, Samom, sme sa skvele zabavili, bol veľmi úctivý, ústretový a trpezlivý. Odporučil nám aj skvelé miesto na jedenie. Keď sme prišli k vodopádom Nachi, pršalo a on mal pre nás pripravené dáždniky. Jeho pozitívny a radostný prístup urobil výlet veľmi výnimočným.