๐ Articles about Wakayama
Nachi Fire Festival: Fan Mikoshi and Giant Torches
Every July 14 at Kumano Nachi Taisha in Wakayama, twelve fan-shaped mikoshi travel to the โฆ
Oto Matsuri: Torch Bearers Race Down Kamikura Steps
On the night of February 6 in Shingu, Wakayama, some 2,000 men in white robes carry lit toโฆ
Waka Matsuri: Mikoshi Down 108 Steps at Kishu Toshogu
Held each May at Kishu Toshogu in Wakayama City, this festival sends a portable shrine hurโฆ
Tanabe Matsuri: Kasaboko Floats and Night Archery
Held on July 24 and 25 at Tokei Shrine in Tanabe, Wakayama, this festival parades eight taโฆ
Kumano Hayatama Grand Festival: Race Boats on the River
Every October 15 and 16 at Kumano Hayatama Taisha in Shingu, Wakayama, a sacred horse procโฆ
Kumano Hongu Reitaisai: Sacred Child Rites in Spring
Held April 13 to 15 at Kumano Hongu Taisha in Wakayama, this festival carries small childrโฆ
Ryujin Onsen: Hot Spring Guide & Visitor Access
One of Japans three beauty springs, praised for leaving skin smooth and soft. A quiet, atmโฆ
Yunomine Onsen: Hot Spring Guide & Visitor Access
A sacred spring said to be Japans oldest, welling up deep in the mountains of Kumano. A quโฆ
Wakayama City Wakayama Castle Tomogashima and Ramen Course
A city course enjoying Wakayama Castles keep, the nostalgic scenery of Tomogashima island,โฆ
Nachi Falls Kumano Nachi Taisha and Katsuura Onsen Course
A course visiting Nachi Falls with Japans greatest drop and the vermilion Kumano Nachi Taiโฆ
Shirahama Onsen Adventure World and Engetsuto Course
A course to enjoy the best of Nanki-Shirahama in a day. From a pure white beach and famousโฆ
Kumano Kodo Nakahechi and Kumano Hongu Taisha Course
A sacred pilgrimage course walking the Nakahechi route of the World Heritage Kumano Kodo tโฆ
Koyasan Okunoin and Danjo Garan Sacred Sites Course
A one-day course through Koyasan, the mountaintop heart of Shingon Buddhism at about 800 mโฆ
Nanki Susami Onsen: Hot Spring Guide & Visitor Access
A simple, quiet seaside hot spring overlooking the rugged Pacific coast. A hidden gem of sโฆ
Kada Awashima Onsen: Hot Spring Guide & Visitor Access
A cape hot spring overlooking the Kitan Strait. An atmospheric seaside bath near a sunset-โฆ
Hanayama Onsen: Hot Spring Guide & Visitor Access
A characterful hot spring near central Wakayama City, known for its rich mineral content. โฆ
Nachikatsuura Yukawa Onsen: Hot Spring Guide & Access
A hot spring by the gentle Yukawa, well suited as a base for journeys to Nachi Falls and Kโฆ
Watarase Onsen: Hot Spring Guide & Visitor Access
A hot spring whose spacious open-air baths make it an ideal base for touring the Kumano spโฆ
Kawayu Onsen: Hot Spring Guide & Visitor Access
A wondrous spring where hot water rises from the riverbed, letting you dig your own bath aโฆ
Nanki Katsuura Onsen: Hot Spring Guide & Visitor Access
A port-town hot spring famed for islands dotting an inlet and baths set in a cave. This isโฆ
Shirahama Onsen: Hot Spring Guide & Visitor Access
One of Japans three oldest hot springs, cradled by white sand and blue sea. Feel the sea bโฆ
Yuasa Soy Sauce and Kinzanji Miso: Local Food Guide
Deeply flavored soy sauce and chunky kinzanji miso passed down in Yuasa, the birthplace ofโฆ
Shirasu Don: A Local Food Guide for Visitors (Wakayama)
A seaside rice bowl heaped with just caught baby sardines, letting you savor the bounty ofโฆ
Namba Yaki and Kamaboko: Local Food Guide (Wakayama)
Springy fish paste products carefully grilled from fresh minced fish, a Wakayama specialtyโฆ
Sanma Zushi: Where to Eat, Prices & Hours (Wakayama)
A pressed sushi topped with a whole butterflied saury, a festive dish of Kumano where gentโฆ
Kishu Ume Chicken and Ume Pork: Local Food Guide
Branded chicken and pork raised on plum based feed, tender and richly flavored meats born โฆ
Arida Mikan: A Local Food Guide for Visitors (Wakayama)
A celebrated mandarin grown on warm hillsides with a fine balance of sweetness and tartnesโฆ
Nanko Ume: Where to Eat, Prices & Hours (Wakayama)
A prized plum from Minabe celebrated for its plump, thick flesh, beloved nationwide as picโฆ
Nachikatsuura Fresh Tuna: Local Food Guide (Wakayama)
One of the leading ports for fresh, never frozen tuna raised by the Kuroshio current, wherโฆ
Mehari Zushi: Where to Eat, Prices & Hours (Wakayama)
A large rice ball wrapped in pickled leaf greens, a rustic and hearty local flavor that haโฆ
Wakayama Ramen: Local Food Guide & How to Eat (Wakayama)
A soul food of Wakayama City where rich pork bone and soy sauce blend into a mellow, deeplโฆ
Kimiidera: An Ancient Saigoku Pilgrimage Temple with Three Sacred Springs in Wakayama
Said to be founded in 770, this ancient temple takes its name from three sacred springs onโฆ
Shirasaki Coast: White Limestone Scenery Called the Aegean of Japan in Wakayama
A stretch of brilliant white limestone jutting into the sea, among the finest coastal scenโฆ
Kuwanoki Falls: A Top-100 Waterfall Hidden in the Forests of Shingu, Wakayama
A roughly 21-meter sheer waterfall on a tributary of the Kumano River. Chosen as one of Jaโฆ
Negoroji: Head Temple of Shingi Shingon with a National Treasure Great Pagoda in Wakayama
The head temple of the Shingi Shingon school, founded in 1132. Its great pagoda, one of thโฆ
Dojoji: Wakayamas Oldest Temple, Famed for a Tragic Love Legend
Said to be founded in 701, this is the oldest temple in Wakayama. It is the stage of a traโฆ
Sukumadani Kannon: A Lesser-Known Temple of Good Fortune in Southern Wakayama
Said to be the oldest temple for warding off misfortune in southern Wakayama, founded by tโฆ
Shiogama Jinja: A Cave Shrine for Safe Childbirth at Wakanoura, Wakayama
A small ancient shrine set in a rock cave at the scenic Wakanoura. Linked to a myth of twoโฆ
Awashima Jinja: The Shrine of Doll Memorials and Womens Wishes in Kada, Wakayama
The head shrine of all Awashima shrines nationwide. Known for the countless dolls in its gโฆ
Kamikura Jinja: A Giant Boulder Power Spot atop 538 Stone Steps in Shingu, Wakayama
A subsidiary shrine of Kumano Hayatama Taisha and the sacred site where the Kumano deity iโฆ
Niutsuhime Jinja: A World Heritage Hidden Power Spot in the Amano Basin of Wakayama
A venerable shrine tucked into the Amano Basin at about 450 meters elevation below Mount Kโฆ
5 Photogenic Buildings and Townscapes in Wakayama
In Wakayama Prefecture, where history and nature intersect, there are many stunning buildiโฆ
5 Selected Photogenic Gourmet and Souvenirs of Wakayama
When you think of Wakayama, it is a treasure trove of sea, mountains, and hot springs, butโฆ
5 Picture-Perfect Scenic Spots in Wakayama
Breathtaking scenery awaits you in Wakayama Prefecture.โฆ
4 Selected Photogenic Power Spots of Wakayama
Wakayama Prefecture, where mysterious nature and history intersect, is in fact a sacred plโฆ
Wakayama Winter Travel: Snowy Koyasan, Nanki-Shirahama & Kushimoto
Wakayama in winter is "the best season," known only to those in the know.โฆ
Wakayama Autumn Foliage: Koyasan, Ryujin Onsen & Mt. Gomadan
When the autumn wind begins to blow over the Japanese archipelago, the mountains of Wakayaโฆ
Wakayama Cherry Blossom Guide: Best Sakura Spots
Discover the most beautiful cherry blossom spots in Wakayama. Spring sakura viewing guide โฆ
Wakayama Local Gourmet Guide: Wakayama Ramen
Discover Wakayama''s unique local cuisine including ๅๆญๅฑฑใฉใผใกใณ. A food lover''s guide to the โฆ
Rainy Day in Wakayama: Best Indoor Spots & Activities
Don't let the rain stop you in Wakayama! Discover top indoor attractions including ๅๆญๅฑฑๅๅคฉๅฎ้ฃโฆ
Wakayama Food Guide: Wakayama Ramen, Mehari Sushi & Mikan
Wakayama's tonkotsu soy ramen has its own unique style. Discover the rustic Kumano mehari โฆ
Koyasan: Sacred Buddhist Mountain Founded by Kobo Daishi at 1000m Elevation
Koyasan in northern Wakayama is the headquarters of Shingon Buddhism, founded by Kobo Daisโฆ
Nachi Falls: A 133m Cascade and Kumano Sacred Site in Wakayama
Nachi Falls adjacent to Kumano Nachi Taisha shrine in southern Wakayama is Japan's largestโฆ
Shirahama Onsen and Shirahama Beach: White Sand and Hot Springs at Kansai's Top Resort
Shirahama Onsen in southwestern Wakayama is one of Japan's three oldest hot springs alongsโฆ
Kumano Hongu Taisha: Sacred Site of Rebirth, Final Destination of the Kumano Pilgrimage
Kumano Hongu Taisha in Hongu, Tanabe City, Wakayama is the central shrine of the Kumano Saโฆ
Wakayama Castle: Walking the Castle Town of the Kishu Tokugawa Clan and Cherry Blossom Spot
Wakayama Castle towering over central Wakayama City was built during the era of Toyotomi Hโฆ
Arida Mandarin Oranges: Savoring the Sweet-Tart Bounty of Japan's Top Citrus Region
The Arida region of Wakayama is known as Japan's top mandarin orange producing area. The tโฆ
Kishu Plum: Enjoying the World of Ume in Minabe, Japan's Top Plum Producing Region
Minabe Town and Tanabe City in southern Wakayama are Japan's top plum producing areas. In โฆ
Yunomine Onsen and Tsubo-yu: Ultimate Healing at a World Heritage Hot Spring
Yunomine Onsen in the Hongu area along the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route is one of Japan's โฆ
Ryujin Onsen: Polishing Skin at Japan's Three Beauty Hot Springs and Pastoral Mountain Village Scenery
Ryujin Onsen in Ryujin Village, Tanabe City, Wakayama is counted among "Japan's Three Beauโฆ
Kushimoto and Hashigui Rocks: Spectacular Rock Formation Where You Feel Earth's Heartbeat
The Hashigui Rocks in Kushimoto Town, Wakayama are a National Natural Monument where over โฆ
Nachikatsuura Tuna: Exquisite Seafood at Japan's Top Port for Fresh Tuna
Nachikatsuura Town in Wakayama boasts Japan's top volume of fresh tuna landings. Seafood rโฆ
Kumano Kodo Nakahechi: Mountain Trekking along the UNESCO World Heritage Pilgrimage Route
The Kumano Kodo Nakahechi traversing Wakayama Prefecture is a UNESCO World Heritage pilgriโฆ
Wakanoura and Tamatsushima Shrine: Touring the Scenic Spot Celebrated in Manyoshu Poetry
Wakanoura in Wakayama City is a utamakura (poetically famous location) celebrated in the Mโฆ
Dorokyo Gorge: National Special Scenic Beauty, Emerald Green Valley
Dorokyo Gorge spanning Wakayama, Mie, and Nara prefectures is a gorge designated as a Natiโฆ
Kishu Tokugawa Clan Castle Town Culture: Wakayama's Elegant Edo-Period Heritage
Wakayama flourished as the castle town of the Kishu Tokugawa clan, one of the three seniorโฆ
Kumano Hayatama Taisha: Experiencing Vermilion Shrine Halls and the World of the Gods
Kumano Hayatama Taisha in Shingu City, Wakayama is one of the Kumano Sanzan shrines. The vโฆ
Kainan Traditions and Kuroe Lacquerware: Visiting the Lacquer Town with 400 Years of History
The Kuroe district of Kainan City, Wakayama is the production center of Kishu lacquerware โฆ
Koya-Ryujin Skyline: Kii Mountain Drive
The Koya-Ryujin Skyline (approximately 42km total) connecting Koyasan and Ryujin Onsen is โฆ
Tanabe's Benkei and Toto Shrine: The Kumano Land Where a Hero of the Genpei War Was Born
Tanabe City, Wakayama is considered the birthplace of Musashibo Benkei, known as the loyalโฆ
Hidden Kii Peninsula - Hatenashi Mountains: Walking the Kohechi Shugendo Trail
The Hatenashi Mountains spreading along the Wakayama-Nara border represent the most challeโฆ
Koyasan and Kumano Kodo โ The World Heritage Sacred Sites of Wakayama
Embark on a spiritual journey through Wakayama's UNESCO World Heritage sites: the sacred mโฆ
Kumano Nachi Taisha and Nachi Falls โ Wakayama's World Heritage Power Spot
Witness the sacred Nachi Falls alongside Kumano Nachi Taisha shrine, a UNESCO World Heritaโฆ
Koyasan Kongobuji โ The Sacred Site of Esoteric Buddhism Founded by Kobo Daishi
Ascend to Koyasan, the sacred mountaintop temple town founded by Kobo Daishi (Kukai), the โฆ
Shirahama Onsen โ One of Japan's Three Oldest Hot Springs, a Southern Kii Resort
Relax at Shirahama Onsen, one of Japan's three oldest hot spring resorts, with white sand โฆ