For many hikers and pilgrims, the Kumano Kodo trail is synonymous with the iconic view of Kumano Nachi Taisha Shrine’s striking red, three-storey pagoda with the gorgeous Nachi waterfalls in the background. Those making the challenging hike in anticipation of the spectacular view, however, will be left severely disappointed this autumn, as the pagoda is currently undergoing repainting works until the end of December 2024.
The three-storey structure, officially known as the Seigantoji Pagoda, is receiving its first fresh coat of vermillion paint since its reconstruction in 1972. The repainting has begun on September 1 and is set to run until end-December. However, the time period could change depending on the progress.
In the meantime, the pagoda is being covered up with scaffolding, but at least the temple has kindly printed a photo of the pagoda on the hoarding.
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