Nakahechi Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Japanese woman wearing traditional Heian Period costume at the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Route in Wakayama prefecture of Japan
Meoto sugi (transl. Husband and wife cedar tree) wooden signboard on the Kumano Kodo - Nakahechi Daimon-saka Pilgrim Route.
Back view with a group of hikers on Kumano Kodo - Nakahechi Daimon-saka Pilgrim Route, in Japan
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Shiraraso Grand Hotel

Shiraraso Grand Hotel

4 out of 5
868 Shirahama Nishimuro Shirahama Wakayama-ken
The price is AU$117 per night from 8 June to 9 June
AU$117
8 June - 9 June
Stay at this beach hotel in Shirahama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Shirahama Beach and Adventure World are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (677 reviews)
"The Shiraraiso Grand Hotel is a lovely property situated right on the beautiful beach! We had a giant room with a great view. The staff is attentive and helpful (and we needed a fair amount of support!). Shirahama is a great city and there's a lot to see and do. Hot springs public foot baths; a cooking ..."

Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Shiraraso Grand Hotel
Nanki-Shirahama Marriott Hotel

Nanki-Shirahama Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
2428 Shirahama-cho Shirahama Wakayama
The price is AU$166 per night from 17 June to 18 June
AU$166
17 June - 18 June
Stay at this luxury hotel in Shirahama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Nanki-Shirahama Marriott Hotel
Hotel Kii Tanabe

Hotel Kii Tanabe

3 out of 5
2-chome-7-16 Takao Tanabe Wakayama
The price is AU$83 per night from 9 June to 10 June
AU$83
9 June - 10 June
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tanabe. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Shirahama Beach and Adventure World are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (109 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Hotel Kii Tanabe
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Crystal Exe Nankishirahama2

Crystal Exe Nankishirahama2

2.5 out of 5
1581-5 Shirahama Wakayama
Stay at this aparthotel in Shirahama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and balconies. Popular attractions Shirahama Beach and Adventure World are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
"It a great condominium with a nice view"

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Crystal Exe Nankishirahama2
Crystal Besso Shirahama

Crystal Besso Shirahama

4 out of 5
Katata 2399-2684 Shirahama Wakayama Prefecture
Stay at this villa in Shirahama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, slippers and air conditioning. Popular attractions Adventure World and Shirahama Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (60 reviews)
Good stay
"It was a beautiful spot and easy to get to places. A lot of space! But the sauna room smelled like mold and there was a lot of black spots on the wood. The room we split in smelled musty. Quite location and parking spot you don’t have to pay for!"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

Crystal Besso Shirahama
CrystalExe Nannkishirahama1

CrystalExe Nannkishirahama1

4 out of 5
2399-3329 Katata Shirahama Wakayama
Stay at this condo in Shirahama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room jetted baths and slippers. Popular attractions Adventure World and Shirahama Beach are located ...
CrystalExe Nannkishirahama1
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Popular places to visit

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 Hongu Taisha Shrine

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.

Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Road Station

Ryujin Onsen

You can take time to visit Ryujin Onsen during your travels to Tanabe. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.

Ryujin Onsen

Tsugizakura-oji Shrine

After visiting Tsugizakura-oji Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nakahechi. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's hot springs.

Tsugizakura-oji Shrine

Hosshinmon-oji Shrine

After visiting Hosshinmon-oji Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tanabe. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas while you're in the area.

Hosshinmon-oji Shrine

Kumano Hongu Heritage Center

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Kumano Hongu Heritage Center during your travels in Hongucho Hongu. Wander the riverfront and parks while you're in the area.

Kumano Hongu Heritage Center