Wakayama Prefecture
Wakayama Prefecture
Trip.Best Top 13 Best Things to Do in Wakayama Prefecture [2024]
Explore the best things to do in Wakayama Prefecture! Uncover top activities and experiences for an unforgettable visit.
Updated Oct 2024
- 5.54.8/539 ReviewFrom48.19
based on 1457 reviews"The route arrangement is very reasonable, and it is basically transferred after a turn. The performance arrangement is also very compact. I walked into the park and just watched the sea lion performance. After the end, I just went to the dolphin show and waited for the dolphin show."Shirahama65km from downtown
No.1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Wakayama PrefectureHighlights: Adventure World is a theme park located in Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. The place is large and suitable for tourists with children. It integrates a zoo, aquarium, and amusement park, where you can see very exciting dolphin performances, and you can also have close contact with animals in the wild animal stocking area. Since it faces the sea, the natural scenery is also very beautiful.Show Less - 5.04.5/576 Review"This castle is very beautiful, and it is relatively small. There are not many tourists. It rained when it came. The cherry blossoms 🌸 just bloomed. It is very pleasant to stroll here. Your Excellency Tianshou, a cherry tree is so beautiful, and the surrounding environment complements each other."Wakayama412m from downtownNo.1 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Wakayama PrefectureHighlights: Wakayama Castle was built in 1585 by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, the younger brother of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. In 1619, Tokugawa Raisun, the son of Tokugawa Ieyasu, who was in power at the time, became the castle lord. As the residence of the "Kishu Tokugawa family", one of the three Tokugawa royal families, it has gone through 250 years of history. Due to lightning strikes, the Great Tenshou, Small Tenshou, Duowen, etc. were burned down, but they were immediately rebuilt, and their majesty remained the same for a long time. In 1935, 11 buildings including the castle tower, turret, and Nanmen gate were designated as national treasures, but all 11 buildings were burned down due to the war. After the war, the castle tower was rebuilt in 1958, showing its former majesty. Inside the castle tower, various exhibits related to the Tokugawa family are displayed, and from the observation deck on the upper floor, you can have a panoramic view of Kishikawa and Wakayama city. In addition, there is also a nationally designated scenic spot "Red Leaf Stream Garden", where you can enjoy the elegant scenery. Wakayama Park has been built around, and 1,300 cherry blossoms are in full bloom in spring. Many tourists come here to enjoy the flowers, which is very lively.Show Less
- 4.84.8/541 ReviewFreebased on 836 reviews"The Buddhist holy place in Japan is the main field of the Japanese master of the Suga. We went to play in the autumn red leaf season. The red leaves on both sides of Omotesando are very beautiful. It is the famous place for the island countries to enjoy the red leaves. The Jingangfeng Temple is built by the master of the Suga. You can visit it in slippers and it is also a world cultural heritage."Koya38.5km from downtownHighlights: Koyasan is located in the northeastern part of Wakayama Prefecture. It is the general name of the mountain group (not a single peak) around 1,000 meters above sea level in Wakayama Prefecture. It belongs to Koya Ryujin Quasi-National Park. In 2004, Mt. Koya was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List as part of the "Sacred Site and Pilgrimage Route in the Kii Mountains". The vegetation on the mountain is lush and layered, which is a natural oxygen bar. There are also many temples and shrines on the mountain. If you walk in any temple, it is very beautiful, and the Japanese-style courtyard design is full of sense. There are also tombstones of Japanese celebrities, such as Oda Nobunaga, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, Takeda Shingen, and more. As a Buddhist holy place in Japan, it is still worth visiting.Show Less
- 4.74.8/514 Review"Shirahama Hot Spring is a hot spring in Shirahama, Nishi-gun, Wakayama Prefecture. It has a long history. It is called the three ancient soups in Japan with Youma Hot Spring and Daohou Hot Spring. There are many hot springs and accommodation facilities along the coast of Shirahama Hot Spring. It is a famous seaside resort in West Japan."Shirahama63.2km from downtownFeatured in 2024 Global 50 - Hot SpringsHighlights: Shirahama Hot Spring is a hot spring in Shirahama Town, Nishimu County, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. There are many hot springs and accommodation facilities along the Shirahama Onsen Coast. It is very convenient to visit Shirahama Onsen from Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe and other places on a day trip. It is a famous seaside resort in Japan.Show Less
- 4.64.6/518 Review"The first Tama already passed away so this is the 2nd Tama serving as Station Master"Kinokawa13.4km from downtownHighlights: The terminus of the Kishigawa Line is Kishi Station, located in Kinogawa City, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. The reason why Guizhi Station is famous is that it has a cat webmaster "Xiaoyu" (who passed away in June 2015), who is now on duty by the second-generation cat webmaster. There are three trains of Xiaoyu, Strawberry and Toys on the whole line. In addition to the cat stationmaster, there are also Meow Cafe, Meow Seal, and Meow House. The old little train is beautifully arranged. A must-see for cat lovers. [Xiaoyu's story] (source Baidu Encyclopedia) In Wakayama Prefecture, northwestern Japan, there is a Kishi station. The owner of a small shop near the station, Toshiko Oyama, adopted a pregnant stray cat. Soon, a stray cat gave birth to a kitten. Riko Koyama named the kitten Xiaoyu and took good care of it. Unexpectedly, at this time, Guizhi Station received a demolition order from the city government. The cattery for the two cats is right next to the railway and is inevitably threatened with demolition. then. Toshiko Oyama implored the railway manager who came to inspect the station to let Xiaoyu and her daughter live in the station. The sensible Xiaoyu flashed her big eyes and called out "meow meow" with a little pleading, and then paced back and forth with a lot of thought. The station manager felt pity and decided to keep Xiaoyu and her daughter. But what is the reason for two cats to live in the station? "Why not let Xiaoyu be the stationmaster of Guizhi Station?" The business of the Guizhichuan Line has been bleak. Guizhi is the terminal station. In order to save expenses, all the staff of the station have been fired. It is also a good thing for Xiaoyu to be the stationmaster. Japan is a country that worships cats, and many Japanese believe that cats will bring good luck. So, Xiaoyu happily took office. Every day at 9 o'clock in the morning, Riko Xiaoshan said, "Xiaoyu, it's time for work!" Xiaoyu responded with a "meow" and walked to the platform. Wearing the hat of the Wakayama Electric Railway, it stood on the platform and looked at the few passengers. Not long after, the news of Xiaoyu becoming the webmaster spread like wildfire. The passenger flow of Guizhi Station is increasing day by day, and the electric railway company is in a state of power: since it is facing a shutdown, why not ask Xiaoyu to save the crisis? In 2010, Wakayama Electric Railway Company asked designers to design Kishi Station as a smiling cat face, and tailor-made a unique Xiaoyu tram. The Xiaoyu tram is very similar to the tourist bus in the amusement park. The front of the car is in the shape of a cat, and there are 101 very "kawaii" kittens painted on the outside of the car. Because Xiaoyu is a three-color cat, the floor of the compartment also has three colors, and the footprints of the kitten are scattered like petals. On the day the new tram was opened, a grand ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at Kishi Station. Wearing a gorgeous countess costume and wearing small golden shoes, the stationmaster Xiaoyu attended the event with vigour and won countless cat fans. When the train pulled in slowly, the passengers saw the stationmaster Xiaoyu wearing a duty uniform, standing on the platform full of energy. It is not only charming but also extremely patient, commuting on time every day except on Sundays, and posing for photos with passengers. Less than a year. Ticket revenue at Kishi Station jumped by 15 million yen alone. With sufficient economic income, previously laid-off workers were rehired. When Xiaoyu was lazy, one of her super fans came from Australia in a hurry. It happened that Xiaoyu was sleeping with two other cats in the station master's room. The staff at the station wanted to wake Xiaoyu up, but the Australian guests didn't. He made a gesture: "Shh! We have to respect it and don't disturb its cherry blossom dreams!" In view of Xiaoyu's outstanding performance and outstanding contribution since he served as the stationmaster, the company held a ceremony to commemorate the first anniversary of Xiaoyu's tenure, the railway The president of the company and the mayor came to participate with great interest, and declared it a "super webmaster". The company also has two assistants for it - one is his boyfriend Chibi, the other is his mother Miiko. Its salary is endless cat food, and its tenure is forever. On June 22, 2015, Xiaoyu passed away "at the age of 16 years and 2 months" due to heart failure, which is equivalent to 80 human years. Rest in peace "Cat Webmaster".Show Less
- 4.64.6/526 ReviewFreebased on 688 reviews"The sea is green. Because it is the New Year's morning, there are not many people. There are two families with children walking by the beach. It is very feel! Since it is better to walk on the rainy beach, it is estimated that it will be slippery if it is sunny! There is also a small pavilion for free foot bath nearby! A dolphin-like rain shower was also discovered by chance."Shirahama62.7km from downtownHighlights: Shirahama Beach is a beach located near Shirahama, Japan. The sand and water quality here are very good, the beach is fine white, the sea is blue, and there are not many tourists. Summer is the time when tourists are more busy here, diving, beach volleyball, beach motorcycles and surfing are good water entertainment here.Show Less
- 4.44.6/518 ReviewFree"Nazi Waterfall is located in Najigawa, Najisheng Pu, Dongguan County, Wakayama Prefecture. It is one of the famous waterfalls in Japan. It is called the three famous waterfalls in Japan, along with Huayanyu in Tochigi Prefecture and Bagtianyu in Ibaraki Prefecture. The gap of the waterfall is 133m, the width is 13m, and the waterfall is 10m deep. Here, there are thousands of plants growing, and there are 48 waterfalls around. When you walk to the waterfall, you can see the waterfall flying straight down the waterfall. It is very spectacular. There are two preferred locations for waterfall viewing. One is the moth shrine built under the waterfall. From this, you can look up to the magnificent view of the waterfall and listen to the sound of rumbling water. Interested people can also enter the shrine. Another is in front of the triple tower of Qing'andu Temple in the middle of Nazhi Mountain (10 minutes walk from the gate of the moth shrine), where you can view the waterfall from a height and go straight to the depths of 100 meters. After Nazhi Waterfall, along the stone is Kumano Nazhida, one of the three mountains of the bear. Looking around, there is a residual peace era atmosphere of Xiongli error correction and Qing'andu Temple opposite the front of Nazhi Waterfall, the scenery is pleasant."Nachikatsuura90.3km from downtownHighlights: Nachi Falls is located on the Nachi River in Nachi Katsuura Town, Dongmuro County, Wakayama Prefecture. It is one of the most famous waterfalls in Japan. It is known as Japan's three famous waterfalls together with Huayan Taki in Tochigi Prefecture and Fukuroda Taki in Ibaraki Prefecture. Nachi Falls has a drop of 133m, a width of 13m, and a depth of 10m. Here, various plants grow here, and there are 48 waterfalls around. When you walk to the viewing place, you can see the waterfall flying straight down in the vicinity, which is very spectacular. There are two preferred locations for viewing the waterfall. One is the Fei Taki Shrine built below the waterfall, from which you can look up at the magnificent scenery of the waterfall and listen to the sound of rumbling water. Those who are interested can also enter the shrine; the other is in the middle of Nazhi Mountain. In front of the triple-storied pagoda of Qingantoji Temple (10 minutes walk from the gate of Hitaki Shrine), you can watch the waterfall from a high place and go straight to the depth of 100 meters. Passing through Nachi Falls, going up the stone steps is the Kumano Nachi Taisha Shrine, one of the Three Bear Mountains. Looking down from above, you can see the Kumano Kodo, which still has the atmosphere of the Heian period, and the Seigantoji Temple, which is directly opposite to Nachi Falls.Show Less
- 4.34.6/539 ReviewFree
based on 580 reviews"Very close to the three-section wall scenic spot, suitable for a line of tourism. There are not many tourists, the scenery is pleasant, and it is also a niche tourist attraction. The thousands of stacks of rocks are the strange rock landscape formed after the impact of the sea for several years. You can imagine that the sea and the sky are the same color, sparkling, and beautiful."Shirahama63.5km from downtownHighlights: Senjojiki is a rock plate formed by the sandstone of Neogene. Since sandstone is a rock solidified from sand, it is very soft in texture. After being eroded by waves over the years, it finally formed the complex and unique landscape today. The "stack" of the thousand joeski is pronounced as "tatami" in Japanese, and "fu" means to spread. So Senjojiki means to spread 1,000 tatami mats on the ground. The rock plate is about 4 hectares in size, enough to hold 1,000 tatami mats, hence the name. Senjojiki, Sandanbi and Engetsu Island are also well-known sightseeing spots in Shirahama Town. Coincidentally, the coast where Melaleuca is located belongs to the west coast, so it is naturally a good choice for watching the sunset. Standing on a flat rock plate and watching the fiery red sun slowly sink into the vast Pacific Ocean, it has been a place of interest since ancient times.Show Less - 4.34.4/514 Review"Very typical Japanese temple, built on the mountain has a very good view, overlooking the entire Wakayama City, it is very convenient to take jr, it is the Japanese New Year, many Japanese come to visit, the popularity is very high"Wakayama5km from downtownHighlights: Ji Sanjing Temple was founded by a Tang monk for Guangshangren in 770 and has a long history. The name Kisuiji Temple comes from "a temple with three wells in Kishu". The three wells still produce clean water, willow water and auspicious water, and these wells have been selected as one of the top 100 famous waters in Japan. There are also solemn buildings such as the Sakura Gate built in 1509 and the Duobao Pagoda built in 1449. In addition, there are about 1,200 cherry trees planted in the courtyard. It is a famous cherry blossom viewing spot where the cherry blossoms bloom earlier, and many tourists come here when they are in bloom. Ki Mii-ji Temple is the second of the thirty-three Kannon shrines scattered in the Kinki region and Gifu prefecture, and it attracts many pilgrims from all over Japan.Show Less
- 4.24.6/536 ReviewFree
based on 254 reviews"The Kuroshio market not far from Wakayama is a classic attraction, and the tuna inside is a famous thing, fresher and more favorable than the Kuromon market in Osaka. You can use the Kansai Pass and take a free bus."Wakayama8.1km from downtownHighlights: Kuroshio Market is located on the seaside of Wakayama City. It is a good place to eat seafood. The Kuroshio Market covers an area of 13,000 square meters. In addition to selling a variety of fresh fish, there are also a variety of Wakayama local specialties, such as seafood. , plums, and soy sauce, so this is a good place to buy specialties. There will be a live "tuna disintegration show" in the market at noon every day, and many gourmets will come here specially to taste fresh black tuna sashimi. In addition, purchased fish and shellfish products can be immediately processed into sashimi, so you can enjoy delicious seafood on the spot.Show Less
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