Best around Kumano Kodo, Shingu, Shirahama Spot List

Renovation and renewal. Grandly opened on July 1, 2024!

The spectacular views of the enormous rocks will impress you

Karaoke and a rock sauna at an open-air bath overlooking the ocean. Pets welcome

This outdoor, natural bath is even popular in winter

A cozy accommodation with its own hot spring

The source of worship to Nachi Falls

Enjoy a sweeping view of the sea at Shirahama

The moss-covered stone path is the most beautiful on the Kumano Kodo

The inspiration for Shirahama’s namesake

Full of moving experiences; the most pandas in one place out of all Japan

Drawing from two historic sources of water, this open air bath has a nostalgic atmosphere typical of traditional public baths

Formerly Kumano Hayatama Taisha Shrine, this shrine is located on the grounds where Kumano’s three deities descended

A hot spring resort where you can play and relax as you please at an affordable price

Known as one of Japan’s top three beauty hot springs

The head of Japan’s Kumano shrines—famous for matchmaking

A beautiful attraction associated with the legendary Kobo Daishi

The first of 33 temples on the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage, Seiganto-ji is an ever-popular destination for worshipers

The beloved traditional tubs have long been a symbol of Yunomine

View the world six meters below the water surface