Visit Wakayama

This area is home to many historical sites, including Wakayama Castle, the seat of the Kishu Domain, one of the Three Tokugawa Branch Families, as well as Negoroji Temple.

It also features scenic spots celebrated in the Man'yoshu and charming destinations like a mountain bakery in Kimino, well worth the visit.

A popular attraction is Kishi Station, rumored to be the workplace of a cat stationmaster!

Mt. Koya, founded by Kobo Daishi Kukai, is rich with temples and historical sites, offering a deeply concentrated spiritual and cultural experience.

At the foot of Mt. Koya, you’ll find a temple serving as the main entrance for women pilgrims and a shrine dedicated to a goddess in the serene village of Amano, both exuding a pure and sacred atmosphere. For a different experience, a stroll through the charming, retro townscape is also highly recommended.

The rugged coastline offers breathtaking scenic views, while the inland areas are filled with deep mountain valleys.

Blessed by nature’s abundance, this region is home to Wakayama’s renowned specialties, including Arida mikan oranges, Yuasa soy sauce, Kinzanji miso, the rare Kue fish, and Nanko plums.

At the heart of the Kumano pilgrimage, which has been revered since ancient times, stand the Kumano Sanzan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Near the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage routes, visitors can find an abundance of onsen hot springs, offering a soothing respite for weary travelers.

The area also offers one-of-a-kind experiences, such as visiting the world’s largest museum dedicated to whales and enjoying a raft-riding experience in the only "enclave" village in Japan.

These areas offer the best of everything – the sea, rivers, and onsen hot springs, along with breathtaking natural landscapes shaped by nature.

It is also home to must-see attractions, including a theme park where giant pandas live and a unique aquarium specializing in shrimp and crabs.