Best around Kumano Kodo, Shingu, Shirahama Spot List

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

The inspiration for Shirahama’s namesake

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

The source of worship to Nachi Falls

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

Immerse yourself in the ambiance of Mount Nachi

A hot spring resort where you can play and relax as you please at an affordable price

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

A beautiful attraction associated with the legendary Kobo Daishi

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

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

The head Kumano shrine where various Kumano deities are worshiped

The popular open-air bath looks out across the beach

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

The sunsets here are particularly beautiful

Enjoy a sweeping view of the sea at Shirahama

View the world six meters below the water surface

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

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