Wakayama prefecture (Kinki area)
Nachi Taisya
Nachi-no-Taki Honmiya: Near the waterfall is a shrine called Nachi-no-Taki Honmiya. This shrine is one of the Kumano Sanzan, also called Nachi Taisha. Visitors can worship the waterfall and feel the sacred atmosphere.
Nachi Waterfall
Nachi Falls: Nachi Falls in Wakayama City is the largest waterfall in Japan and is surrounded by beautiful natural surroundings. It is also associated with the Kumano Kodo Trail and is well worth a visit. It is one of the three most famous waterfalls in Japan (the three greatest waterfalls in Japan) and is a powerful waterfall surrounded by beautiful natural surroundings.
Kumano Sanzan
Kumano Sanzan: The Kumano Kodo is a well-known pilgrimage route to the three Kumano-sanzan shrines: Kumano Hongu Taisha, Kumano Hayatama Taisha, and Kumano Nachi Taisha. These shrines are the center of Kumano worship and have been visited by many pilgrims since ancient times.
Shirahama Beach (Shirahama Onsen)
Shirahama Beach: Shirahama Beach, the symbolic location of Shirahama Onsen, is a beautiful stretch of sandy beach. The beach is crystal clear, and visitors can walk along the edge of the waves, which attracts many bathers during the summer months.
Shirahama Onsen: The Shirahama Onsen area offers a wide variety of hot spring facilities. Seaside hot springs, open-air baths located on higher ground, and day-trip hot springs are available, some of which offer a view of the ocean while bathing.
Hashigatake Rock
Hashigake Iwa is a coastal rock formation located in Maizuru City, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan. Its name comes from the rock that looks like a bridging bridge and the way the rock juts out, which is compared to a stake. Hashigake Iwa is a scenic spot facing the Sea of Japan and is one of the most visited tourist attractions.
It is characterized by rocks eroded by sea erosion that protrude from the sea surface in various shapes and sizes. Especially when the tide is low, many rocks are exposed, creating a fantastic landscape. A promenade and observation deck have been built around Hashigake Iwa, allowing visitors to enjoy the view from the rocky outcrops.
Three walls
Sandanbeki in Wakayama Prefecture is located in Wakayama City and is known for its precipitous cliffs of white limestone towering into the sea. The San-dan-babe is a precipitous cliff that stretches for about 1.5 kilometers and reaches a maximum height of about 50 meters. It is a popular tourist destination for many tourists and mountaineering enthusiasts because of its beautiful scenery and powerful topography. A promenade has been developed along the Sandan Cliff, where visitors can enjoy walking and trekking. From the San-dan-babe, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the vast Pacific Ocean, which is especially impressive at sunset. There is also an observatory nearby where visitors can relax and enjoy the scenery.
Engetsukijima
Engetsu Island is a small island located in Nanki-Shirahama Town, Wakayama Prefecture. As its name suggests, Engetsu Island is characterized by rocks in the shape of a circle moon. Engetsu Island has become a popular tourist destination for its white sandy beaches, crystal clear seawater, and distinctive rock scenery.
Engetsu Island is also called “Tsukimi-no-hama” (moon-viewing beach) because of its distinctive shape. Especially in the evening, visitors can enjoy a beautiful view of the island as the sun sets. From a distance, it also offers a fantastic sight, as if the moon were floating in the sea.