Things to Do in Wakayama Prefecture in 2026

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Shirahama Day Trip from Osaka Coastal Small Group

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Wakayama: Kumano Kodo Sacred Walk to Nachi in Heian Attire

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What to do in Wakayama Prefecture

Discover the most popular places to visit in Wakayama Prefecture

Shirahama Beach

4.5/5(4 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Shirahama Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Shirahama. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's hot springs.

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Adventure World

5/5(4 reviews)

Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Adventure World during your trip to Shirahama. Wander the beaches or discover the area's hot springs.

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Mount Koyasan

5/5(7 reviews)

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.

Nachi Waterfall

5/5(4 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Nachi Waterfall during your travels in Nachikatsuura. Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs.

Wakayama Castle

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Wakayama with a stop at Wakayama Castle. Stroll along the seaside or visit the temples while you're in the area.

Japanese woman wearing traditional Heian Period costume at the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Route in Wakayama prefecture of Japan

Kumano Nachi Taisha Shrine

4.5/5(4 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Nachikatsuura with a stop at Kumano Nachi Taisha Shrine. Wander the parks and riverfront while you're in the area.

Sakino-yu Onsen

You can take time to visit Sakino-yu Onsen during your travels to Shirahama. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Senjojiki

4/5(2 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Senjojiki during your travels in Shirahama. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Engetsu Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Engetsu Island during your travels in Shirahama. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

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Katsuura

If you're spending some time in Katsuura, Yoshino-Kumano National Park and Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range are top sights worth seeing.