Best around Kumano Kodo, Shingu, Shirahama Spot List

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

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

The head Kumano shrine where various Kumano deities are worshiped

Introduces Kumano’s world heritage sites

Immerse yourself in the ambiance of Mount Nachi

The sunsets here are particularly beautiful

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

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

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

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

A path stretching through the verdant Kumano region

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

A large rock protruding into the ocean

A resort that boasts sophisticated facilities and rooms with a marvelous panoramic view

The popular open-air bath looks out across the beach

Exquisite hamburg steak made from domestic boar

Enjoy a meal with brown rice in an traditional Japanese-style home

Hotel Sanrakuso features Japanese-style rooms with beautiful ocean views. Guests can soak in the hot-spring baths or request for relaxing massages during their stay. A free shuttle runs between the hotel and JR Shirahama Train Station, which is a 30-minute drive. The air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV, a fridge, and an electric kettle with green tea. Each has tatami (woven-straw) flooring and Japanese futon bedding. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy singing at the hotel’s karaoke room or purchase local products at the gift shop. The lobby features beautiful views of Shirahama Beach and provides free WiFi access. A vending machine is available for drinks and ice cream. The on-site restaurant, Wakuwaku offers a breakfast buffet of Japanese dishes. Sanrakuso Hotel is about a 10-minute drive from Nanki Shirahama Airport. Senjojiki Plateau and Sandanbeki Cliff are both a 10-minute drive away.

Boasting sea views, Kurhouse Shirahama provides accommodation with a spa and wellness centre, a fitness centre and an open-air bath, around 1.7 km from Saki-no-Yu Onsen Spa. Offering free private parking, the 2-star ryokan is 600 metres from Shirarahama Beach. The accommodation offers a sauna, hot spring bath, family-friendly restaurant and free WiFi. There is a private bathroom with hot tub in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. Guests at the ryokan can enjoy an Asian breakfast. There is a coffee shop, and a minimarket is also available. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Kurhouse Shirahama also features an indoor pool and a hot tub for guests to relax in. A car rental service is available at the accommodation. Kishu Museum of Art is 1.9 km from Kurhouse Shirahama, while Heisogen Park is 2.4 km from the property. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 2 km away.

A festival of fire unfolds at Nachi Falls