Nachi-san, a World Heritage Site in Japan

I visited Nachi-san again. Time flies so fast; it's been eight years since my last visit. This time, I came during the off-season. There weren't many tourists, so the experience was great! Nachi-san is located in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. Its Kumano Nachi Taisha Shrine, Seiganto-ji Temple, and Nachi Falls are all part of the World Cultural Heritage. This time, I hiked up from the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route again, passing by the two 800-year-old "Husband and Wife" cedar trees. Beneath my feet were moss-covered stone steps, simple yet profound. Along the way, there were lush, towering ancient trees, their thick branches intertwined, and their dense leaves blocking out the sun. In the tranquil atmosphere, occasional crisp birdsongs highlighted the serenity of the place. The bright red buildings of Kumano Nachi Taisha Shrine on the mountain are particularly eye-catching and photogenic. The nearby Seiganto-ji Temple also has a unique charm, quiet and solemn. And the three-storied pagoda looks great in every photo. Although Nachi Falls is less imposing during the dry season, it is still beautiful, especially when framed with the three-storied pagoda, each enhancing the other's charm.