Best around Wakayama Spot List

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

The inspiration for Shirahama’s namesake

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

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

The source of worship to Nachi Falls

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

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

A path stretching through the verdant Kumano region

The head Kumano shrine where various Kumano deities are worshiped

The first of 33 temples on the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage, Seiganto-ji is an ever-popular destination for worshipers

The leading domestic collection of modern art prints

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

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

Immerse yourself in the ambiance of Mount Nachi

This temple guesthouse is home to national treasures

The sunsets here are particularly beautiful

An oceanside hot springs resort with beautiful sunset views of Wakanoura

A spiritual area surrounding Kobo Daishi’s mausoleum

A beautiful attraction associated with the legendary Kobo Daishi