Continuing down the slope from Gyuba-doji to Chikatsuyu-oji, one gets glimpses of the beautiful rural countryside in the area.The area abounds in flowers blooming throughout most of the year. In some areas of the Kumano Kodo, the ancient paths have become modern highways. The path from Chikatsuyu winds upwards through stands of forests and
the old prefectural highway.The area is rich in history. Many of the houses are of old construction, and some traditional inns line the streets near Chikatsuyu-oji. An old temple in the area has statues of 33 Kannons from the Saigoku pilgrimage route.
Tsugizakura-oji is near the centuries-old one-sided cedar trees. Even on a bright, sunny day, the area at the base of the trees remain shrouded in shadows.
