Kumano Sankeimichi Iseji Path is a pilgrimage route passing along the east coast of the Kii Peninsula that connects Kumano Sanzan and Ise Shrine. The latter is the shrine where the Sun Goddess Amaterasu-Omikami is worshipped. From a reference in a journal written by a pilgrim of the time, it is assumed that the path was already an established pilgrimage route by the late 10th century. About 34 km of the entire 160km route remains as either stone paving or bare hardened earth still preserved in good condition.

Magose Toge (Path) A mountain pass beautifully paved with stones to protect against heavy rains.
Shishiiwa Lion Rocks The lion-mask shaped rock at Shichirimihama was a popular scenic spot for pilgrims during the Edo Period.	Hana no Iwaya Rocks This rock is an object of worship and is where the Iseji path forks into the coastal route.

Shichirimihama Beach A 22 kilometer coastal route runs aside this beautiful sand beach.

Tate-ga-saki Cliffs A towering cliff with a huge wall of rock onto which Emperor Jinmu is believed to have descended.

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