Best around Wakayama Spot List

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

A school that embodies the dreams of Buddhist teacher Kobo Daishi

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

The sunsets here are particularly beautiful

Immerse yourself in the ambiance of Mount Nachi

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

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

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

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

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

The head Kumano shrine where various Kumano deities are worshiped

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

Adventure islands

The source of worship to Nachi Falls

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

An oceanside hot springs resort with beautiful sunset views of Wakanoura

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

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