Wakayama Prefecture

Japan

A cityscape at night with a prominent castle on a hill, illuminated buildings, and a clear sky.
A circular road bridge over a coastal area with rocky terrain and dense greenery.
A multi-tiered pagoda with a waterfall in the background.
A traditional Japanese pagoda with a multi-tiered roof, illuminated by warm lights against a twilight sky.
A traditional Japanese pagoda with a multi-tiered roof, illuminated by warm lighting.

Popular cities in Wakayama Prefecture

Shirahama
Known for Hot springs, Sea and Spas
Explore Shirahama: its hot springs, aquarium, beaches and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Adventure World
  • Shirahama Beach
  • Sakino-yu Onsen
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Nachikatsuura
Known for Hot springs, Sea and Boating
Relaxing Nachikatsuura awaits: its hot springs, UNESCO site, monuments and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Nachi Waterfall
  • Kumano Nachi Taisha Shrine
  • Seigantoji Temple
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Koya
Known for Temples, Gardens and Culture
Love temples, gardens and forests? Get away to Koya!

Reasons to visit

  • Mount Koyasan
  • Okunoin Temple
  • Danjo Garan Temple
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Wakayama
Known for Castle, Sea and Temples
Escape to Wakayama! Enjoy its temples, monuments and castle.

Reasons to visit

  • Wakayama Castle
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Kushimoto
Known for Diving, Boating and Ports
Kushimoto awaits: its diving, sightseeing, hiking and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Kushimoto Ohashi Bridge
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Tanabe
Known for Hot springs, Culture and Spas
Trip time! Discover the hot springs, UNESCO site and spas in tropical Tanabe.
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Stay near popular Wakayama Prefecture attractions

A nighttime cemetery with headstones and a pathway illuminated by street lamps.

Mount Koyasan

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Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Koyasan during your travels in Koya. Amble within the gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
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