▲ Senjojiki is a unique landscape located on the west coast of Shirahama City, Wakayama Prefecture. The sandstone geology, eroded by the Pacific Ocean over time, has formed a complex, layered topography that, from a distance, resembles a series of interlaced bedrock. This stretch of coastline covers approximately four hectares, enough to accommodate a thousand tatami mats (the Japanese use the "jō" as a measure of area, similar to tatami mats). This section of coastline, along with the Sandanbeki (Sandanbeki) and Engetsujima (Entsuki Island), is a famous scenic spot in Shirahama.
▲ ▼ Sandanbeki - Sandanbeki Cave, deep beneath the cliffs. Spectacular cliffs and a thrilling past. Part of the Nokumano National Park, Sandanbeki is a famous scenic spot in Shirahama and a sacred place for lovers. Sandanbeki is a famous cliff located on the coast of Shirahama Town, Nishimuro District, Wakayama Prefecture. Sandanbeki is actually a large rock face that stretches 2 kilometers under the sea and reaches a height of 50-60 meters. There is an observation deck at the cliff where visitors can enjoy the sea view of the Nanki region. Admission is at your own expense. Reference ticket prices: Adults: 1500 yen, Children aged 6-11: 750 yen, Free for children under 6 years old
▲ Shirahama Toretore Market – Enjoy delicious seafood and Japanese cuisine at a seafood market in western Japan (lunch is free at the market, at your own expense). Located in Wakashirahama, Toretore Market gathers Shirahama's freshest catch and is part of Nanki Shirahama's seafood market in western Japan. Tuna butchering shows are held here two to three times daily (occurring at random times). (Unfortunately, the show may be canceled.) Using only a knife, the giant tuna is meticulously dismembered in a flash. The young chef balances technique with entertainment.
▲ Visit the popular stationmaster, Kishi Station, and learn the story of how the legendary cat saved a station from collapse. Kishi Station is a small station in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan, serving as the terminus of the Wakayama Electric Railway's Kishigawa Line. Once on the verge of abandonment, this small station has become a nationally and internationally renowned tourist destination thanks to a cat named Tama. *A special train ride is included in the price (10:38 AM Kishi Station to 10:50 AM Idakiso Station). (The train that runs daily at 10:38 AM changes daily, so be sure to check out what you can expect.)
▲ Toretore onsen (self-paid experience, fees at your own expense) Nakishirahama onsen in Wakayama is ranked alongside Arima onsen (Hyogo prefecture) and Dogo onsen (Ehime prefecture) as one of "Japan's three great ancient hot springs (koyu)". Known since the Asuka and Nara periods as "Muro onsen" and "Ki onsen", beautiful descriptions of its white sandy beaches can also be found in ancient Japanese texts such as the "Nihon Shoki" and "Manyoshu". Toretore no yu reference admission fees: Adults 800 JPY (junior high school students and above), children 400 JPY (ages 3-12), towel 160 JPY/bath towel 410 JPY.