Best around Wakayama Spot List

A spiritual area surrounding Kobo Daishi’s mausoleum

A path stretching through the verdant Kumano region

The spectacular views of the enormous rocks will impress you

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

The sunsets here are particularly beautiful

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

The inspiration for Shirahama’s namesake

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

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

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

A cozy accommodation with its own hot spring

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

A school that embodies the dreams of Buddhist teacher Kobo Daishi

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

Adventure islands

The leading domestic collection of modern art prints

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

This temple guesthouse is home to national treasures

Immerse yourself in the ambiance of Mount Nachi

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