The Founder of Aikido, Morihei Ueshiba was born in Tanabe which is in Kumano. O Sensei said "I am the godsent child of Kumano" and "Aikido is the manifestation of the Divine Breath of the deities of Kumano." I found this short video on vimeo about Kumano. It looks really spectacular. I had the chance to go there a few years ago, but had to pass. After seeing this video, I wish I hadn't. Maybe someday I will get the opportunity to go. Until then...
https://vimeo.com/131426603