Best around Wakayama Spot List

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

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

Introducing Ekoin, a popular shukubo (temple lodging) at Mt. Koya (Koyasan) that has gained great popularity among LIVE JAPAN readers. Due to its high demand, it is recommended to make reservations about 4 months in advance. Staying here provides an opportunity to enjoy quiet time and traditional cultural experiences, and is sure to refresh both mind and body.

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

This outdoor, natural bath is even popular in winter

A cozy accommodation with its own hot spring

Koyasan, a treasury of esoteric Buddhism art

A spiritual area surrounding Kobo Daishi’s mausoleum

A large rock protruding into the ocean

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

One of the last temples to prohibit entry to women

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

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

The inspiration for Shirahama’s namesake

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

Adventure islands

Enjoy a sweeping view of the sea at Shirahama

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

The spectacular views of the enormous rocks will impress you