Exploring Wakayama Prefecture.

#Wakayama.

For anyone hoping to see impressive shrines and temples, historic castles, picturesque gardens, and coastal scenery all in a day, Wakayama is just the ticket. The area can be reached within 90 minutes of Osaka, making it an ideal day trip destination.

Highlights - JR Wakayama Station: Alight at JR Wakayama Station for Hinokuma-jingu and Kunikakusa-jingu shrines, Wakayama Castle, Momijidani Teien Garden (pictured), Yosui-en Garden (No. 30 Bus), Bandoko Garden (No. 30 Bus).
Highlights - JR Kimiidera Station: Alight at JR Kimiidera Station for Kimii-dera Temple, Tamatsushima Shrine, Kataonami Park and Beach, Kishi Toshogu and Wakaura Tenmangu Shrines, Tanoura Fishing Port and Namihaya Beach (via Horai-iwa Rock), Saikazaki Fishing Harbour.

#Kainan.

Located just South of the Wakayama city area, Kainan is the perfect place to shop for traditional lacquerware. The city also boasts many beautiful temples and beautiful coastal scenery.

Highlights: Fujishiro Shrine, Isebe Kakimoto Shrine, Kasuga Shrine, Rows of Kuroe Town (for traditional lacquerware ~ pictured), Kishu Japan ware Traditional Industry Hall, Kotonoura Onzan-Soh-En Garden.

Exploring Wakayama Prefecture.

#Wakayama.

Located just South of the Wakayama city area, Kainan is the perfect place to shop for traditional lacquerware. The city also boasts many beautiful temples and beautiful coastal scenery.

Highlights: Fujishiro Shrine, Isebe Kakimoto Shrine, Kasuga Shrine, Rows of Kuroe Town (for traditional lacquerware ~ pictured), Kishu Japan ware Traditional Industry Hall, Kotonoura Onzan-Soh-En Garden.

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