Hirase Holidays
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Your Hirase Holiday
When a fun city getaway is calling, answer it with a Hirase holiday package. The neighbourhood of Nakahechi, which is great for hiking, culture and history, makes a wonderful base for your adventures. Fill up your itinerary with visits to Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Road Station, Tsugizakura-oji Shrine and Takijiri-oji Shrine, some of the top attractions you really should see during a trip to Hirase. Check out Expedia's wide range of travel options and start planning your dream holiday to Hirase now.
Hirase Holiday
Hirase Essential Information
Language | Japanese |
|---|---|
Currency | Japanese yens |
Local Welcome | Konnichiwa |
Local Goodbye | Sayōnara |
Closest Airport | Nanki - Shirahama Airport (SHM) |
Max Temp Winter | 10ºC |
Max Temp Summer | 27ºC |
Top Sights | Kizetsukyo Waterfall, Tanabe Ogigahama Beach and Kumano Hongu Heritage Centre |
Our pick of the best Hirase Hotel Deals
Nanki-Shirahama Marriott Hotel
Clean room
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Comfort Hotel Kii Tanabe
Really nice comfortable room and super clean bathroom. Great location. Complimentary breakfast was exceptional. Would definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Hotel Kii Tanabe
Amazing
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Discover the most popular places to visit in Hirase
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.
Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Road Station
After visiting Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Road Station, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nakahechi. Make time to visit the spas and temples while you're in the area.
Mandara Museum
You can study the exhibits at Mandara Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Tanabe. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas.
What to do in Hirase
Wakayama: Kumano Nachi Taisha, Seiganto-ji & Waterfall Tour
Wakayama: Legends and Purification at Kumano Hongu Shrine
