Best around Kumano Kodo, Shingu, Shirahama Spot List

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

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

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

The beloved traditional tubs have long been a symbol of Yunomine

A cozy accommodation with its own hot spring

A large rock protruding into the ocean

The serene atmosphere and space provide a leisurely onsen experience for travelers

The spectacular views of the enormous rocks will impress you

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

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

Introduces Kumano’s world heritage sites

Handmade cuisine prepared by the proprietress. Reservations are required for the highly popular Kodo Bento lunch boxes

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

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

Exuding an Edo-period ambiance, this traditional inn offers the best of the Ryujin hot springs

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

The sunsets here are particularly beautiful

The inspiration for Shirahama’s namesake

Enjoy a sweeping view of the sea at Shirahama