Wakayama
Wakayama Prefecture is located on the west side of the Kii Peninsula, the largest peninsula in Japan, and has a large mountainous area in the southern part. Koyasan which is 800 meters high is one of the sacred places in Japanese Buddhism held as a dojo of Shuzen, about 2 hours from Kansai International Airport. In addition, the "Kumano Kodo" (the above picture) and "Kumano Nachi Taisha" which was also certified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004 prospered as the largest sacred place in Japan. Must see: Kumano Kodo, Koyasan
Things to do in
Wakayama
In this tour, you will get a taste of sights from the Edo period (1603–1867) that still stand today and are mentioned in the diary of Kawai Koume, a painter who lived in a castle town
Charter taxi plan with a driver who can guide you as you go sightseeing
From Taiwan! Package tours traveling around Nanki Kumano Geopark
Observatory booking ☆ Extravagant astronomical experience using a giant telescope with a 100 cm aperture
Experience walking the alleys of Saikazaki, the Amalfi of Japan
Set plan for Kuroshio Market's buffet restaurant Gondwana and Kishu Kuroshio Onsen
overwhelming natural modeling! Torige cave expedition tour
sightseeing（reserved）jumbo taxi
Eating Out in
Wakayama
Events & Festivals in
Wakayama
Oto Festival
Kylin lion dance in Takashiba
Miwasakihachiman Jinja Annual Festival
Sudahachimanjinja Autumn Festival
Kimotohachimangu Autumn Festival
Kenkoku Shrine Autumn Festival
Yura Festival
Kylin lion dance in Nonaka
Wakayama Videos
28 Feb 2022
Discover the unique spiritual culture of Kumano with exclusive insight from a chief priest at Kumano Hongu Taisha
17 Jul 2020
A Japan Heritage:Katsuragi Shugen -The birthplace of Shugendo - (Long version)
12 Jul 2020
A Japan Heritage:Katsuragi Shugen -The birthplace of Shugendo - (Short version)
10 Jul 2020
Aerial View of Wakayama
9 Jul 2020
Girls' Trip to Arida, Wakayama
7 Jul 2020
WAKAYAMA 800
5 Jul 2020
JR Kii-Tanabe Station: Kumano Kodo How-to Series
2 Jul 2020
How to Ride a Public Bus: Kumano Kodo How-to Series
Wakayama Blogs
12 Jun 2024
Explore 5 Stunning Japanese Gardens in Wakayama Prefecture: A Journey Through Kishu Tokugawa Clan's Historical Legacy
25 Dec 2023
Can You Really Stay in a Temple? 4 Great Buddhist Ascetic Experiences Are Waiting for You at the Mount Koya World Heritage Site
29 Nov 2023
How Many Do You Know? 5 Famous Kansai Castles
21 Nov 2023
SAMURAI MIND
10 Nov 2023
What Is Wabi-Sabi? 5 Kansai Scenery Where You Can Experience This Japanese Aesthetic
19 Oct 2023
5 Kansai Hot Springs You Absolutely Have to Check Out!
1 Oct 2023
Highlights of Mt. Koya's Kongobuji Temple: A World Heritage Wonderland!
6 Apr 2023
World Heritage Site Kumano Hongu Taisha, Sacred Place of Kumano Kodo, Kumano Hongu Taisha: Night of the Honden Festival ART event to experience the splendor of life at a sacred place in Japan
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