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Welcome to the official page of the Wakayama Tourism Federation of Japan! Wakayama is located next south of Osaka, and has easy access from Kansai International Airport. Though it is close to big cities like Osaka, Kyoto, Nara etc, Wakayama is rich in beautiful nature such as waterfall, deep mountains, white sand beaches and cliffs. Our two major UNESCO world heritage sites, Koyasan and K

umano, are together registered as 'Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range'. If you are looking for the destination for relaxing and making yourself at home, Wakayama would be one of your choices!!

13/05/2026

The sun sets over the fishing village of Saikazaki is a sight to behold. ⚓ The destination has earned the nickname ‘Japan's Amalfi Coast’ because its houses, clustered on a slope, resemble those of the Italian region.
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📍 Saikazaki, Wakayama

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06/05/2026

The shallow sandy beaches and favorable currents have earned the Nishihiro Coast a spot on Wakayama Prefecture's list of top 100 sunrises and sunsets. In the right light, the sky reflects like a mirror on the water. 🌅
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📍 Nishihiro Coast, Wakayama

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29/04/2026

During the Dojo-ji Eshiki ceremony, held at Dojo-ji Temple every April, participants reenact famous scenes from the tragic story of Anchin and Kiyohime. 🐉 This folktale has inspired numerous Noh, Kabuki, and Bunraku puppet theater plays in Japan.
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📍 Dojo-ji Temple, Wakayama

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22/04/2026

Itakiso-jinja Shrine in bloom. 🌸 This Wakayama shrine is dedicated to Itakeru-no-Mikoto, a deity who, according to ancient texts, planted trees all over the country to create a lush landscape. Could there be a better place for cherry blossom viewing?
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📍 Itakiso-jinja Shrine, Wakayama

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15/04/2026

Negoroji Temple is a sacred site near Wakayama City. In spring, the temple grounds become a popular spot for cherry blossom viewing, as approximately 7,000 sakura trees bloom, including around the historic Daimon gate.
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📍 Negoroji Temple, Wakayama

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08/04/2026

Known as the temple that heralds spring, Kimii-dera is home to over 500 early-blooming sakura trees, their blossoms multiplied by the reflections and drifting petals across the pond.
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📍 Kimii-dera Temple, Wakayama

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01/04/2026

The fan-shaped Aragijima rice terraces shaped by the curve of the river are a symbol of Aridagawa. This stunning landscape shifts with the seasons, offering a different view throughout the year.
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📍 Aragi-jima Island Rice Terraces, Wakayama

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25/03/2026

Kozagawa, in the region of Kushimoto, is home to the stunning Shishimai-zakura ("four sisters cherry blossoms"), which bloom beautifully against the town's rugged mountain scenery. This area is also famous for Ichimai-iwa, one of the largest single monoliths in Japan.
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📍 Kozagawa, Wakayama

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18/03/2026

Located along the southern coast of Wakayama, Susami offers some of the clearest night skies in the prefecture. This peaceful town is a favorite among photographers, where constellations shine bright over the dark Pacific Ocean.
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📍 Susami, Wakayama

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11/03/2026

From the early plum blossoms of February to the cherry blossoms of March, Wakayama is a haven for flower lovers. The prefecture enjoys a long flowering season, with blooms transforming the landscape into an ideal setting for a spring getaway.
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📍 Wakayama

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