Where is this Kii Peninsula?
The Kii Peninsula is the largest peninsula in Japan’s Honshu island. Located in the Kansai region, it spans part Wakayama, Mie, Nara and Osaka prefectures. Despite its proximity to major urban hubs like Osaka and Kyoto, much of it remains beautifully untouched.
A land of giant cedars, misty ranges, pilgrimage sites, and rugged coasts.
Natural beauty in every direction
Forested mountains, terraced farms, waterfalls, river gorges, and endless ocean views.
Rich in culture and spirituality
The Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trails and Koyasan are UNESCO World Heritage Sites with deep spiritual roots.
Peaceful rural living
Warm hospitality, slower rhythms, and life in the lesser-seen side of Japan.
Hot springs with a story
Home to some of Japan’s oldest and most atmospheric onsens, including wilderness soaks by the river.
奥 (Oku) points to a mysterious source of energy or power, deeply rooted in specific landscapes like the Kii Peninsula. It embodies the Japanese concept of “inwardness” or “depth”; the hidden essence that gives the Kii Peninsula its ancient, sacred, and profoundly spiritual character.
Come feel the Oku
The Kii Peninsula can be explored in more ways than one. From road trips and slow escapes to mountain adventures and multi-day hikes, there’s plenty more to follow.
This is where it all began
The Kii Peninsula is where we fell in love with rural Japan, and where Follow The Frogs began. A few times a year, we open up a small number of hosted tours to show you around ourselves.
