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
Wakayama ー Things to do
Visit famous temples along the Kishu Road in search of spiritual healing from the spectacular view of Wakanoura(2-day/1-night trip, Wakayama City, Kinokawa City, Iwade City, Wakayama Prefecture)
Shingu Castle
From Taiwan! Package tours traveling around Nanki Kumano Geopark
sightseeing（reserved）jumbo taxi
Shirasaki Coast: Experience making sushi rolls at a retro Showa-era fishing port
Shirasaki Cruise Enjoy the spectacular scenery on a local fisherman's fishing boat
helicopter charter
Guided walk around 3 Shingu World Heritage Sites
Wakayama ー Gastronomy
Nachikatsuura Tuna-Cutting Experience & Premium Dining
Tuna-Cutting Experience & Lunch in Nachi-Katsuura, Wakayama
Wakayama: Meditation & Lunch in a 1,200-Year-Old Temple
Wakayama: Fire Prayer & Lunch in a 1,200-Year-Old Temple
Shojin Ryori Lunch in 1200-Year-Old Ekoin Temple (Wakayama)
Tuna Auction Tour & Breakfast in Nachi-Katsuura, Wakayama
Set plan for Kuroshio Market's buffet restaurant Gondwana and Kishu Kuroshio Onsen
Mikan picking experience in Arida, Wakayama Prefecture, the home of mikan
Wakayama ー Traffic
Kansai Airport Limousine Bus Ticket
Charter taxi plan with a driver who can guide you as you go sightseeing
Shirahama Tokutoku Free Ticket
Kumano Gobo Nankai Bus Free Pass ticket (1-day, 2-day, 3-day)/Free Pass for the World Heritage Site of Nachi Area
Kansai-Hokuriku Area Pass
JR-WEST RAIL PASS Kansai-Hiroshima Area Pass
関西・山陰エリアパス
Have Fun In Kansai Pass
JR-WEST RAIL PASS Kansai WIDE Area Pass
JR-WEST RAIL PASS Kansai Area Pass
Canoeing Down the Kozagawa River
In Kumano, the “land of rebirth,” we renew our spirits
Wakayama ー Events
Wakayama ー Blog
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Take a leisurely stroll in the retro and fashionable space [Kuroe, the town of Kishu lacquerware]
Hidden Stories in Stone: Exploring Japan’s Castle Walls
Feel Like a Lord: Castle with Stunning Panorama Views
Experience the True Essence of Japan through Castles, Cultural Treasures, and Timeless Gardens
Departing from Osaka, Exploring Wakayama and Tokushima: A Journey Connecting Mountains and Sea with a Focus on Mindful Sustainability
Wakayama: A World Heritage Site and Journey of Deep Mystique at the Kumano Kodo
10 Traditional Performing Arts and Events in Kansai
Top 10 Spots to Try Kansai's Traditional Crafts
Wakayama ー Movies
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Take a leisurely stroll in the retro and fashionable space [Kuroe, the town of Kishu lacquerware]
Discover the unique spiritual culture of Kumano with exclusive insight from a chief priest at Kumano Hongu Taisha
A Japan Heritage:Katsuragi Shugen -The birthplace of Shugendo - (Long version)
A Japan Heritage:Katsuragi Shugen -The birthplace of Shugendo - (Short version)
Aerial View of Wakayama
Girls' Trip to Arida, Wakayama
WAKAYAMA 800
JR Kii-Tanabe Station: Kumano Kodo How-to Series