Kansai International Airport 58 min
Kishu Kuroshio Hot Spring (29 min) Indoor & open-air thermal spring pools, plus a wood-paneled sauna that overlooks Wakayama Bay. Tomogashima (41 min) Edo-era garden with a seawater pond & mountain views, landscaped with pine trees & hydrangea blooms. Marina City Umitsuri Fishing Park (30 min) Wakayama Castle (44 min) Restored hilltop castle & park offering sweeping views, cherry blossoms & samurai weaponry exhibits. Kishu Toshogu Shrine (37 min) Jino Island (16 min) Shirasakikaiyo Park Rest Area (40 min) Seaside natural area featuring rugged limestone cliffs, a campground & an observation deck. Manpa Resort (39 min) Down-to-earth hot spring hotel featuring a restaurant & bay views, plus karaoke & bathhouses. 生石高原 (51 min) Highland plateau reached by hiking trail & known for views of seasonal Japanese pampas grass. Porto Europe (27 min) Quaint European-style streets, in full-scale replica, are featured at this enchanting theme park. Dōjō-ji (36 min) Ancient temple with picture scrolls telling the story of Anchin & Kiyohime, plus sacred statues. Saikazaki Signal Tower (45 min) Rugged headland offering views of Awaji & Shikoku islands from a lighthouse's observation decks. Wakayama Marina City (28 min) Port area with a fish market, local fruits & vegetables for sale, a theme park & hot springs. Tamatsushima Shrine (35 min) Kimiidera (34 min) |