Best around Wakayama, Koyasan Spot List

This temple guesthouse is home to national treasures

Spend your time comfortably in the visitor's lodging at a first-class ryokan

Admire the early-blooming cherry trees at Kimii-dera Temple and enjoy an onsen that contains highly concentrated mineral

Koyasan, a treasury of esoteric Buddhism art

One of the last temples to prohibit entry to women

Castle remains of the Kishu Tokugawa family made up of 555,000 stones

A grand temple complex established on Mount Koya some 900 years ago

Famous for its early blossoming cherry trees, which signify the coming of spring

A school that embodies the dreams of Buddhist teacher Kobo Daishi

A fishing park where everyone can enjoy themselves, from beginners to experienced fishermen

A huge offering of fresh seafood. Perfect for meals and souvenir-hunting

The leading domestic collection of modern art prints

The nation’s head Koyasan Shingon-shu temple

An oceanside hot springs resort with beautiful sunset views of Wakanoura

A spiritual area surrounding Kobo Daishi’s mausoleum

Adventure islands

Enjoy seasonal fish caught at Kada

Built in the Gongen-zukuri style, this shrine was founded by the lord of the Kishu domain, Yorinobu Tokugawa, in 1621 to enshrine his father Ieyasu. Similar to Nikko Tosho-gu Shrine, the magnificent shrine pavilion is surrounded by sculptures by Jingoro Hidari and wall paintings by Tanyu Kano. Seven shrine structures including the Haiden, the Honden, and the vermillion Romon Gate, are designated as national Important Cultural Properties. At the shrine, Mikoshitogyo, which is one of the great festivals called Wakamatsuri, takes place where men carry mikoshi (portable shrine carried in festivals) and courageously descend 108 steps, followed by a parade of 1,000 people.

Boasting ocean views and quick access to the beach, Shinwaka Lodge is located in Wakayama just an 8-minute drive from JR Kimiidera Train Station. It features free WiFi access and a hot spring bath.

A 1-minute walk from Wakayama Castle, Daiwa Roynet Hotel Wakayama features Western-style accommodations with free Wi-Fi, and 6 restaurants. Massages can be requested for an extra cost and laptop rentals are available at the front desk.