Best around Kumano Kodo, Shingu, Shirahama Spot List

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

Introduces Kumano’s world heritage sites

The source of worship to Nachi Falls

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

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

A large rock protruding into the ocean

View the world six meters below the water surface

The spectacular views of the enormous rocks will impress you

A path stretching through the verdant Kumano region

The remains of Kumano Taisha Shrine, the birthplace of the Kumano faith

A cozy accommodation with its own hot spring

The popular open-air bath looks out across the beach

The inspiration for Shirahama’s namesake

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

The beloved traditional tubs have long been a symbol of Yunomine

The head Kumano shrine where various Kumano deities are worshiped

Soak in the hot springs while looking out through the pine forest at Shirahama Beach

Located in a town famous for its tuna, this hotel specializes in preparing some of the country’s best tuna

Hirou Shrine’s object of worship is famous for the large volume of water and for having the country’s highest drop off