10 TOP Things to Do in Wakayama Prefecture (2026 Activity Guide)

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What to do in Wakayama Prefecture

Popular places to visit

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Adventure World

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.

Shirahama Beach

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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Mount Koyasan

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.

Wakayama Castle

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.

Senjojiki

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

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.

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.

Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine

Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine is just one of the places to see in Hongucho Hongu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's hot springs.

Areas of Wakayama Prefecture

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.