Kansai International Airport 58 min
Shirasakikaiyo Park Rest Area (27 min) Seaside natural area featuring rugged limestone cliffs, a campground & an observation deck. Saikazaki Signal Tower (46 min) Rugged headland offering views of Awaji & Shikoku islands from a lighthouse's observation decks. Kimiidera (34 min) Kishu Kuroshio Hot Spring (29 min) Indoor & open-air thermal spring pools, plus a wood-paneled sauna that overlooks Wakayama Bay. Kishu Toshogu Shrine (37 min) Jino Island (28 min) Washigamine Cosmos Park (35 min) Tamatsushima Shrine (35 min) Wakayama Marina City (28 min) Port area with a fish market, local fruits & vegetables for sale, a theme park & hot springs. Manpa Resort (40 min) Down-to-earth hot spring hotel featuring a restaurant & bay views, plus karaoke & bathhouses. Nishihiro Beach (7 min) Porto Europe (27 min) Quaint European-style streets, in full-scale replica, are featured at this enchanting theme park. 生石高原 (51 min) Highland plateau reached by hiking trail & known for views of seasonal Japanese pampas grass. Marina City Umitsuri Fishing Park (30 min) Dōjō-ji (30 min) Ancient temple with picture scrolls telling the story of Anchin & Kiyohime, plus sacred statues. |