Wakayama Castle

Wakayama (和歌山) is the capital of Wakayama prefecture, Japan.

Understand

Money

International ATMs with English menus are also available at 7-Eleven convenience stores, which are open 24 hours in plentiful quantities throughout the city.

Get in

By train

Wakayama can be accessed on the JR Hanwa Line and the private Nankai Main Line, both of which run south from Osaka City.

JR Wakayama station can be reached by Limited Express trains from Shin-Osaka station, departing every hour. The Kuroshio, Super Kuroshio or Ocean Arrow run from Shin-Osaka to Wakayama in one hour at a cost of ¥2660. From Tennoji the run takes about 45 minutes (¥2280). There are also five daily Limited Express departures from Kyoto (90 minutes, ¥3660). From major stations on the Osaka Loop Line, regular Rapid trains run to Wakayama every 20 minutes: look for the Kishiyuji Rapid (紀州路快速). It takes about 90 minutes from Osaka (¥1210) and one hour from Tennoji (¥830). Be sure that you are in the correct car, as part of the train splits off to Kansai International Airport.

The above trains are free with the Japan Rail Pass.

Nankai Railway has two stations: The main station, located marginally closer to the castle than JR, is called Wakayamashi. The other station, Wakayamako, is adjacent to the Nankai Ferry terminal where ships operate to/from Tokushima. Wakayamashi is served by Nankai Railway's Limited Express train, appropriately called the Southern. Trains depart every 30 minutes from Nankai Namba station, running to Wakayamashi in about one hour at a cost of ¥1390. Select trains continue on to Wakayamako, five more minutes away. By regular train it takes 75-90 minutes to reach Wakayamashi with a change of trains required enroute, at a cost of ¥890. All trains pick up and discharge at Shin-Imamiya station, which is a stop on the JR Osaka Loop Line.

By bus

An overnight bus service operated by Narita Kūkō Kōtsū runs daily from Keisei-Ueno station in Tokyo and Yokohama station in Kanagawa to JR Wakayama and Nankai Wakayamashi stations. The one-way cost is ¥9000 from Ueno and ¥8600 from Yokohama.

Get around

Buses run between the two train stations which pass the castle. The maximum journey is 220yen and takes ten minutes or so. Taxis also operate in large numbers, and are very easily found.

See

Saigoku Sansha Mairi:Visits to three shrines

People have a custom to visit three shrines in Wakayama. It is said that “Saigoku Sansha Mairi” is one of the best in the western Japan, in which a number of people visit Hinokuma Jingu / Kunikakasu Jingu and Itakiso Jinja (the first grade shrines in this area) and Kamayama Jinja since old times. There are many other shrines along the Kishigawa Line.

Hinokuma Jingu / Kunikakasu Jingu

• 1 Hinokuma Jingu / Kunikakasu Jingu (日前神宮・國懸神宮) (Five minutes' walk from Nichizengu station.). This is equivalent to Ise Grand Shrine and one of the oldest shrines in Japan and a rare shrine popularly known as Nichizengu, which has two shrines in the grounds. According to the Nihon Shoki, around 2,600 years ago, Yata no Kagami is a sacred mirror that is part of the Imperial Regalia of Japan. It is said to be housed in Ise Grand Shrine in Mie Prefecture. It mean Amaterasu in Ise Grand Shrine. Two sacred mirror made prior to make Yata no Kagami. They are Higata no Kagami and Hiboko no Kagami that mean Amaterasu. Higata no Kagami is said to be housed in Hinokuma Jingu. Hiboko no Kagami is said to be housed in Kunikakasu Jingu. BC659, Emperor Jimmu present them to Takeshi-uchi no Sukune that is Ki clan in Wakayama. Ki clan established. 
• 2 Kamayama Jinja Shrine (竈山神社) (Fifteen minutes' walk from Kamayama station.). Hikoitsuse-no-Mikoto, the oldest brother of the Japan’s first Emperor Jinmu, is enshrined at the main shrine in deep and quiet grounds. 
• 3 Itakiso Jinja Shrine (伊太祁曽神社) (Five minutes' walk from Idakiso station.). This shrine worships a deity of wood who sowed seeds of wood for the first time in Japan. 
• 4 The Station Master Tama (たま駅長). 10：00～16：00. This local train is famous for Station Master Tama and Nitama . It has the Ichigo (Strawberry) train, The Omocha (Toy) train and the Tama (the cat) train. Kishi station, the last stop of the Kishigawa line, is the only train station in the world with a thatched roof. There, you can visit the Tama café and enjoy fruit juice, gelato and other local products. Come meet Station Master Tama at Kishi station or Station Master Nitama at Idakiso station. You can also visit Nichizengu Shrine, Kamayama Jinja Shrine and Itakiso Jinja Shrine which are known as power spots. A day pass is￥650, which is a good deal for your round trip tour along the Kishigawa Line. Kishi station desn’t have parking. Please come by train Check out our website more details and train schedules. 

Wakayama Castle Area

Momijidani Teien (Garden)

The Koshoan

• 5 Wakayama Castle (和歌山城, Wakayama-jō) (Get off at Shiyakusho-mae bus stop). Wakayama is best known for its castle. Like many castles in Japan, this is a partial reconstruction, as it suffered bomb damage during the war. Walking around the castle is not as commercial as it would be in places like Osaka, for example, and it usually very peaceful. From inside the castle you get a good view of the city, and there are some small exhibits inside, showing some of the castle's understated history.
  Within the castle grounds is a zoo, which is a very depressing experience- best avoided. Entry into the castle: ¥400 adults, ¥200 children. 
  • 6 Momijidani Teien (Garden) (紅葉渓庭園) (Get off at Shiyakusho-mae bus stop), ☏ +81-73-431-8648. 09：00 - 17：00. A refined garden in the grounds of Wakayama Castle. Walk briskly down the hill behind the tower to the north and along the lane enclosed by a white earth wall and a bluestone (chlorite schiste) wall and the rustic thatched gate will come into view. When you pass through this gate, a calm space opens up before you and you almost forget that you are in the city. Momijidani Teien (Garden) was built by Yorinobu Tokugawa for the Nishinomaru Palace. This is a garden with an almost easygoing feeling that skillfully uses the inner moat built in the time of Asano and the undulations of Mt. Torafusu. The Engyokaku (floating pavilion) that floats in the middle of the moat is exceptional on a rainy day and your heart is moved when the Tsuridono (small pavilion) floats to the surface of the water like smoke. The pond was created using the spring that comes from the base of the mountain and there is an Ofunaishi in the shape of a boat in the middle of the pond. It is pleasant to watch the Koi carp swimming around. There are many bridges with character including Momijidani Bridge and wooden bridges paved with earth and stone bridges, and the sound of the waterfall gives an indescribable feeling of comfort. It feels like your everyday fatigue just melts away. Autumn leaf viewing is a given but this can be said to be a garden rich in elegance in which you can view the atmospheric scenery of the changing of the four seasons. Free. 
  • 7 The Koshoan (紅松庵) (Get off at Shiyakusho-mae bus stop). 9：00～16：30. The Momijidaniteien(Garden) in the site of Wakayama castle was one of the best among the gardens built within the walls of a castle in the early Edo period. Within the Garden is a Tea Ceremony Hut. This Hut ,along with the garden ,was donated to the city of Wakayama by the late Konosuke Matsushita , founder of Matsushita Electric Corp.,who was born in this area. The building is a copper-roofed,one-story wooden rustic style house and has a tea ceremony room with Tatami mats, one with benches, a washing-place and a storage space. The lady will serve you Macha green tea who wear kimono. You can enjoy a cup of Japanese tea even if you don’t know the manners. The view from the tea room is very beautiful throughout the year. Tea ceremonies are held here on a regular basis, and are a good opportunity to experience a part of Japanese culture. Please enjoy the tea, the view and the murmur of a stream. Japanese green tea & Sweets:￥460. 
• 8 Wakayama Prefectural Museum of Modern Art / Museum (和歌山県立近代美術館/博物館). The Wakayama Prefectural Museum of Modern Art was designed by Kisho Kurokawa to have a distinct exterior giving a beautiful contrast to Wakayama Castle in a rich, green environment. Inside, there is a spacious lobby, a hall, a museum shop and restaurants that are also open at night. You can spend the whole day relaxing in this spacious facility. 
• 9 Eiunji (恵運寺), 3-1-66, Fukiage, ☏ +81-73-424-7633. Ther is Masatake Fujibayashi tomb. He wrote Shōninki. It is a medieval ninja document from Kishū province. 

Kada Area

Kada

Awashima-jinja (Shrine)

Tomogashima islands

• 10 Awashima-jinja (Shrine) (淡嶋神社) (Kada / Nankai train. Get off at Kada Station. 15 minutes by foot.), ☏ +81-73-459-0043. Dolls are crammed on to the altar of Awashima-jinja (Shrine), which is famous for the Shinto ritual of Hina-nagashi (floating Girl's Festival dolls on the sea of March 3rd). A fantasy world opens up before your eyes and you become caught up in the mysterious atmosphere. This is where Sukunahikonanomikoto who is said to be the god of medicine is enshrined and the shrine has garnered religious faith since ancient times as a "god for women" for things such as gynaecological disorders and prayers for safe birth. 
• 11 Tomogashima islands (友ヶ島). Tomogashima islands,the exotic world that floats in the Kitan Strait , is the name for the chain of islands that includes Jinoshima,Torajima,Kamijima and Okinoshima. Okinoshima is dotted with fortress ruins that commemorate its time as a military stronghold. There is a hiking course that tours these. It takes around an hour and a half to see the sites beginning with the pure white western-style lighthouse that is perfectly reflected in the cobalt blue sea and the second fortress as well as the viewing platform,the third fortress and the landing pier. This is also popular as a course for a secnic stroll. 
• 12 Kada Kasuga-jinja(Shrine) (加太春日神社), 1342 Kada. 

Wakanoura Area

Wakanoura Tenmangu (shrine)

Bandoko-Teien (Garden)

Yosuien (Garden)

Tamatsushima Shrine

Imoseyama

Kankaikaku

Furobashi (Bridge)

• 13 Kimii-dera (紀三井寺), 1201, Kimiidera, Wakayama City (Get off at JR Kimiidera Station, 15 minutes by foot / get off at Kimiidera bus stop, 5 minutes by foot), ☏ +81-73-444-1002. Kimii-dera (Temple) is famous for early-flowering cherry blossoms and it is also the second temple where amulets can be obtained in west Japan and pilgrims in pilgrim dress can be seen visiting with their walking sticks and an earnest look in their eyes. The name comes from its three wells: Kisshosui, Yoryusui and Shojosui. As you pass through the tower gate, your view is dominated by the 231 steps and you stand taken aback for a moment. However, you think the harder it is, the greater the joy at the achievement and as you being to climb the hill step by step just for the sake of it, you feel each cell in your body coming alive. When you are taking a breather after having finished the climb, you look back and see a wide view of the beautiful Wakanoura Bay which musters up the emotions of a traveller. This temple was opened in the first year of the Hoki Era (770) by the Chinese monk and holy priest, Iko. As it is in fairly close proximity to Wakayama Castle, successive lords visited Kimii-dera (Temple) and it was here that the Kishu house of Tokugawa prayed for prosperity. The main hall was newly constructed in the Horeki Years (1751 - 1764). In this main hall lies the two-storied pagoda that 10th lord Harutomi donated. At the side entrance to the main hall in the secret hall, there are many exhibits such as a hanging scroll written by Harutomi himself and the plaque of Kazunao Ikkyu as well as a picture map of the Kansai Kannon Pilgrimage. In addition, the Rokkaku (hexagonal) Hall is said to have equivalent merit to the Kansai Kannon Pilgrimage and there are many visitors who come to pray from inside and outside the prefecture all year round. 
• 14 Kishu Toshogu (Shrine) (紀州東照宮), 2-1-20, Wakaura-nishi, Wakayama City (Right beside Gongen-mae bus stop), ☏ +81-73-444-0808. The art of the Edo Period will steal your heart The approach which is paved with bluestone (chlorite schiste) is a tunnel covered with greenery and it is cool and shaded even during the day. It makes your heart beat with excitement at the prospect of finally seeing Toshogu to which you are on your way. Once you pass the approach, you are suddenly confronted with "Samurai Hill", with its 108 steps. When you climb them, a vermillion-lacquered tower gate greets you. Looking back over your shoulder, you will see the through the thick grove of trees, the endless spread of shining gold on the Wakanoura sea which is just getting to sunset. You are taken in by the illusion of looking at a painting and as you gaze you lose track of time and realise that there are people beside you gazing at the sea in the same way. Everyone probably has the same thoughts in this place. 
• 15 Kiifudoki no Oka (紀伊風土記の丘), ☏ +81-73-471-6123. 9:00～16:30 (last entry to museum: 16:00). Wakayama Prefectural Kifudoki no Oka was established as an archaeological and folklore museum facility in 1971 with the aim of preserving and utilizing the special historic spot "Iwase Senzuka Ancient Tomb". You can enjoy the seasonal flowers and it is also well-known as a hiking course. The approximately 650,000m² of grounds are a museum in themselves and it is possible learn about history while coming into contact with cultural assets such as ancient tombs and dwellings, the Manyo botanical garden, restored pit dwellings and a resource centre. In addition, you can enjoy the seasonal flowers and it is also well-known as a hiking course. ¥190. 
• 16 Mt. Akiba (秋葉山). According to the ‘Nobunagakoki ’, the biography of Nobunaga Oda, in 1570, the people of Saika, who supported the Osaka Honganji Temple, were no longer able to evade the invasion of Nobunaga’s Armies. On February 22, 1577, Nobunaga’s Armies entered into battle against the people of Saika in the Saika area of Kishu Provence. On February 22nd of the same year, Nobunaga took the famous commanders Nobumori Sakuma, Hideyoshi Hashiba, and Murashige Araki, with him and attacked the people of Saika, who had barricaded themselves on Mt. Akiba. This small mountain only rises 73 meters above sea level, but being surrounded by mountains on 3 sides and the abundant waters of the Wakagawa River on the east made it a valuable strongpoint. The people of Saika palisaded the bank of river and placed pots in the riverbed to trip up the advancing horses and soldiers to prepare for the attack. Hidemasa Hori’s cavalry, the advancing guard of the attacking army stormed into the river, but lost their footing and became unable to move. Subsequently, they were easily picked off by their opponent’s rifles. They lost many of their warriors and ultimately retreated. While the people of Saika did not necessarily win the battle, but on March 21st political instabilities in Kyoto forced Nobunaga withdraw from Saika and return to Azuchi Castle. The people of Saika were so filled with joy when they saw Nobunaga’s retreating army that they danced in celebration, in spite of their war wounded legs. This is said to be the birth of the Saika-odori style of dancing. Saika-odori dancing is still performed today as a part of the Wakamatsuri festival which is regularly held at the Kishu Toshogu. 
• 17 Furobashi (Bridge) (不老橋) (Right beside Furobashi bus stop). Work on the arched stone Furobashi (Bridge) began in the 3rd year of the Kaei Period (1850) under the orders of Harutomi Tokugawa (the 10th lord of the Kishu Tokugawa clan) when he moved the Toshogu Lodge from Kataonami-Matsubara (the bridge was opened during the reign of the 13th lord, Yoshitomi Tokugawa) and it was completed in the following 4th year (1851). This bridge, at the time of the Waka Festival which was a Toshogu festival that honoured Ieyasu Tokugawa, was built on the Onarimichi which was a path that the Tokugawa clan and people connected to Toshogu used in order to get to the lodge. The arch portion of the abutments are thought to have been constructed by the Higo Kumamoto masons group and the railing portion is estimated to be the product of Ishiya Chubei masons from Yuasa. There is a relief pattern of clouds on the railings. Edo Period arched stone bridges are extremely rare outside of Kyushu and, in particular, the railing portion carvings are excellent. 
• 18 Kankaikaku (観海閣) (Bus 2 minutes' walk from Tamatsushima Shrine bus stop). If you stride across the blue stone of the Sandanbashi Bridge, you come to the small island of Imoseyama. If you turn around, the Kankaikaku appears floating on the sea and you feel as if you would be able to write a whole volume of poems in this place. This Kankaikaku was built as a wooden pavilion on top of the water by Yorinobu in the Keian years (1648 – 1652) and it faces Kimiidera on the other coast. (The original structure was washed away in the 2nd Murodo Typhoon in 1961. The current building is a concrete re-construction.) The reflection of Mt. Nagusa ripples in the wind in the mirror-like surface of the water and looks like it could disappear at any moment. If you gaze out over the sea at the ebb tide, you can see countless crabs swarming underneath the shrine and you are filled with love for life which has remained unchanged. 
• 19 Yosuien / Minato Goten (Palace) (養翠園・湊御殿), 1164 nishihama Wakayama (Get off at yosuien-mae bus stop), ☏ +81-73-444-1430, yousuien@pop01.odn.ne.jp. 9:00-17:00. The Yosuien (Garden) was built by the 10th lord of the Kishu Tokugawa domain as an addition to the Nishihama Goten palace. It is typical of the mid-Tokugawa era and is a walk-around-the-pond style garden. We would very much like you to visit as Yosuitei built in the Sukiya-style (tea ceremony house style) and the Omotesenke (a Way of Tea) tearoom have character and the colours are particularly vibrant in the Iris season. ¥600. 
• 20 Bandoko-Teien (Garden) (番所庭園), saikazakibandokonohana Wakayama (Get off at saikazakiyuen bus stop), ☏ +81-73-444-6533. AM9:00-PM5:00. Sahikanoura refers to the sea from the south of modern-day Wakayama City and the Nishihama area of northern Mt. Tenjin to Saikazaki. Bandoko no Hana can be seen to the west of Saikazaki jutting out like a nose just as its Japanese name suggests (hana = nose). During the feudal era, the lookout post for the "black ships" was located here. Currently, it is a Japanese garden and popular sightseeing spot. The view from the jutting out "nose" really is excellent. A place reminiscent of ｢Manyo｣ Age This spot is called The Nose of "Bansyo", a point of this flat headland. "Bandoko" means a guard station used for watching foreign ships coming into the bay. The ｢Kishu｣ clan,lords of this manor,had more than ten such stations set along the coastline. Among them this was the most important one as it was located nearest to ｢Wakayama-Castle｣, the headquarters of the clan. The bay seen on the north side of the garden is called ｢Sahika-ura｣, the view of which was well known even in the period of ｢Manyoshu｣. Looking out to the sea, the Bay of ｢Sahika｣, I see fishing flares drifting on the waves now in and now out of sight. Vol.7, Poem 1194, ｢Manyoshu｣ This poem is attributed to Load ｢Fujiwara｣ who once stood here while attending on an imperial visit to ｢Waka-ura｣ in the age of ｢Manyoshu｣. The ｢BANDOKO-GARDEN｣ is one of the most picturesque place through the ｢Manyo｣ tour around ｢Wakayama-city｣ and is famous for its ocean view spreading forward. It is a specially designated point in the ｢Setonaikai｣ National Park and,since ancient times, has been distinguished as a fishing point as well. place enjoy the coastal landscape of green rocks and walls, a typical green schist of this area. ｢Manyoshu｣: The largest and oldest surviving collection of Japanese lyric poetry, compiled in the eighth century, containing about 4,500 poems. ¥500. 
• 21 Wakanoura (Imoseyama / Tamatsushima-jinja (Shrine) / Furobashi (Bridge) (和歌浦（妹背山・玉津島神社・不老橋）) (Get off at Tamatsushima Shrine bus stop), ☏ +81-73-444-0472. Wakanoura, a place of scenic beauty loved by many poets and travellers, is home to such historic sites as Tamatsu-shima Shrine where "Wakahirumenomikoto" who is said to be the god of Waka is enshrined, Imoseyama, a mountain on top of which a two-storey pagoda is enshrined and Furobashi (Bridge), an arched stone bridge that is registered as one of Wakayama's listed structures. In addition, the sunset viewed from Wakanoura is very beautiful and has been selected as one of Wakayama's best 100 sunrises / sunsets. 
• 22 Wakanoura Tenmangu (shrine) (和歌浦天満宮). Tenmangu enshrines Sugawara no Michizane, the god of scholarship. If you climb the natural stone steps, you will see the vibrant colours and beauty of the tiled tower gate and the gambrel-roofed main hall (a listed building) which are spectacular. Ema (wooden plaques) to pray for academic improvement or success in examinations are crammed into the grounds and show how many people visit this shrine. 
• 23 Wakayama Marina City (Watch a tuna cutting show at Kuroshio Market) (和歌山マリーナシティ). A theme park with an air of a Mediterranean port town. The buildings which are divided into 3, are designed with motifs of an historic Spanish castle, an Italian fishing village and a traditional French town. There are also attraction facilities, an amusement park and restaurants as well as many events. 
  • Kuroshio Market (黒潮市場), 1527, Kemi, Wakayama-shi, Wakayama-ken, Japan (From Kansai Airport Approx. 40min by car. By local bus (approx. 70min) Kansai Airport - (limousine bus / 40min) - Wakayama Station - (bus / approx. 30min) - Wakayama Marina City By train (approx. 65min) Kansai Airport - (JR Kansai Airport Express / approx. 10min) - Hineno Station - (JR Kishu Express / approx. 25min) - Wakayama Station - (bus / approx. 30min) - Wakayama Marina City From Nanki Shirahama Airport Approx. 70min by car By train & local bus (approx. 130min) Nanki Shirahama Airport (connection bus / approx. 36min) - Kii Tanabe Station - (JR Limited Express Ocean Arrow 32 / approx. 60min) - Wakayama Station - (bus / approx. 30min) - Wakayama Marina City From Wakayama Station Approx. 20min by car By train & local bus (approx. 30min) JR Wakayama Station - (train / 15min) - JR Kainan Station - (bus / approx. 15min) - Wakayama Marina City), ☏ +81-73-448-0300. 10:00-17:00. The very popular fresh tuna cutting show.Kuroshio Market is located on the west side of Porto Europa within Wakayama Marina City. It is a market where anything can be found such as tuna, seafood, sushi and seafood barbecues. You can enjoy seafood barbecues and events and live shows on the huge floor. It is divided into 3 zones: the market zone, the sales zone and the dining zone and there is no charge for entry. There is a rich variety from world seafood imported through Kansai International Airport to local, Wakayama Prefecture catches and it is possible to purchase fresh fish and shellfish as well as salted and dried products or specialities from within the prefecture. You can enjoy the seafood, vegetables and meat, etc. you buy on the barbecue in the market or you can watch a nearly 100kg tuna be cut up before your very eyes. 
  • Kinokuni Fruit Village, ☏ +81-73-448-0300. Here you can buy fresh local Wakayama fruits and vegetables at great prices. We also have shops which sell healthy tofu dishes, ice-cream made with milk from the Kurosawa ranch, and a sweet shop which serves, among other confections, it’s own original rolled cake. 

Do

By car, you can reach a small amusement park called Europa city, which is not very tourist-orientated or well advertised. It was built to capitalise on the newly-built Kansai airport, but has faced financial problems because of it's somewhat awkward position out of town.

Picking fruit

• 1 Strawberry Picking. Area around Kishi station, the last stop, is richly cultivated with strawberries. Many people visit popular strawberry picking every year. There are many other vegetables and fruits cultivated along the line. (Season: from February to mid-May) 

Onsen

In Wakayama City many onsen spring from the ground and most of these are bicarbonate or chloride which are properties that are bitter or salty to the taste. It can be said that the reason for this is that Wakayama City faces on to the sea and these onsen properties are said to be most effective for symptoms such as neuralgia, muscle pain and dermatitis. There is also simple onsen. This onsen property has a small volume of dissolved matter and most are colourless and transparent and have no taste and no smell nor do they have particularities and they do not over stimulate the body.

• 2 Kada Awashima Onsen Osakaya Hiina no Yu (加太淡嶋温泉 大阪屋ひいなの湯), 142 Kada (Train / Bus: approx. 20 minutes from Nankai-Kada Line Kada Station Car: 45 minutes from Hanwa Expressway Sennan Interchange), ☏ +81-73-459-1151. 11:00-14:30 15:00-19:00. Have the Kada sea all to yourself from the Open-air bath (Rotemburo) of which we are proud. A inn popular with the ladies built on the coast famous for beautiful sunsets. Enjoy the cuisine of which we are proud in the dining room with a huge fish tank or in a private room. The natural onsen (both the Open-air bath (Rotemburo) and the indoor bath) are on the top floor. Private baths and beauty treatments are also popular and there are many types of daily plan (from ¥2,940). Drop-in bath (with towel). Adults: ¥900 / children: ¥500 Bath towel rental: ¥200, private bath (45 minutes): ¥3,150. 
• 3 Wakayama Kada Onsen Kada Kaigetsu (和歌山加太温泉 加太海月), 1905 Kada (Train / Bus: approx. 20 minutes from Nankai-Kada Line Kada Station Car: 40 minutes from Hanwa Expressway Sennan Interchange), ☏ +81-73-459-0015. Bath only 11:00 - 15:00 (last entry 14:30）. Beautiful, moisturized skin from the onsen with beauty effects You can fully enjoy the beauty of the breathtaking evening scenery from the open-air bath (rotemburo) that looks out on to the Kitan Strait. This sodium bicarbonate hot spring (onsen) has beautiful skin effects. We have one-day plan.(reception until 13:30) The restaurant have ocean view. Shuttle bus service to Kada Station (for 2 guests or more who are staying for a meal) Bath only (with bath towel rental). Adults: ¥1,200 / children: ¥700 Lunch plan (with bath) from ¥3,675. 
• 4 Natural Onsen Nishihama Goten no Yu Yu-bath Wakayama Branch (天然温泉西浜御殿の湯 ユーバス和歌山店), 20 Minato (Train / Bus: 3 minutes by foot from Kaobashi bus stop by Wakayama Bus Shin-wakanoura Direction from Nankai Wakayama-shi Station Car: 20 minutes from Hanwa Expressway Wakayama Interchange), ☏ +81-73-426-2641. 6:00 - 27:00 (last entry at 26:00). A theme park with various types of baths. You can enjoy 10 types of bath such as Open-air bath (Rotemburo) as well as relaxation baths and tub baths. There is also the popular rock bath (¥700 / 50 minutes extra charge) as well as a golf range and batting cages in the grounds making this an enhanced facility to which you will want to come again and again. Onsen bathing rates. Adults: ¥780 / children: ¥400 General bathing rates. ¥420 (large public bath only) / towel rental: ¥50, bath towel rental: ¥100. 
• 5 Natural Wakanoura Onsen Manpa Manyo no Yu (天然和歌の浦温泉萬波 萬葉の湯), 2-10 Shinwakaura (Train / Bus: 2 minutes by foot from Shin-waka Yuen bus stop by Wakayama Bus from Nankai Wakayama-shi Station / JR Wakayama Station Car: 30 minutes from Hanwa Expressway Wakayama Interchange), ☏ +81-73-444-1161. Drop in bath 11:00 - 15:00. Be soothed by the water of Wakanoura with its aroma of history Standing on a hill at the tip of the cape, there is a panoramic view of the Wakanoura scenery that has been loved since ancient times and which appears in the Manyo poems from the Open-air bath (Rotemburo). In addition, a fun thing to do is to take a walk in the vicinity while focusing on the history. Drop in bath (with towel rental). Adults: ¥1,400 There is a charge for bath towels. There is a discount for those who have meals. Private bath (50 minutes) ¥3,990. 
• 6 Nagomi Nukumori Fukuro no Yu (和み 温もり ふくろうの湯), Fortewajima Basement 1F 2-1 honmachi (Train / Bus: A quick walk from Honmachi 2-chome bus stop by Wakayama Bus Shuttle Bus from JR Wakayama Station or Nankai Wakayama-shi Station Car: 15 minutes from Hanwa Expressway Wakayama Interchange), ☏ +81-73-423-4126. 10:00-24:00 (last entry at 23:00). Fully enjoy a continuous flow of 100% natural onsen from the source in the city. Enjoy the continuous flow of 100% natural onsen from the source from a well dug to 1500m below ground in the middle of Wakayama City. This is one of Japan's foremost natural carbonate onsen with an extremely high density level and is classed as a therapeutic onsen. You can relax and fully enjoy the completely natural spring water. Bath. Adults: ¥1,000 (with towels / bath towels), children: ¥500 (with bath towel) Rock bath. Adults only: ¥1,300 Bath and rock bath. Adults only: ¥1,650. 
• 7 Hanayama Onsen Yakushi no Yu (花山温泉 薬師の湯), 574 Narukami (Train / Bus: Approx. 10 minutes by Wakayama Bus Kifudoki no Oka Direction from JR Wakayama Station. Get off at Akizuki bus stop. Car: 5 minutes from Hanwa Expressway Wakayama Interchange), ☏ +81-73-471-3277. 8:00 - 23:00. Kansai's strongest Therapeutic Hydrogen Carbonate Hot Spring Hanayama Onsen Yakushi no Yu is very close to Wakayama Interchange and its features are a high density of active elements and the reddish brown water of an iron carbonate onsen. The water temperature from the source is 26ºC. By alternately soaking in the source bath and the large public bath that is heated to 42ºC, it is possible to obtain even further effects from bathing. Bath. Adults: ¥1,000 / children: ¥500 (discount after 17:00. Adults: ¥600 / children: ¥300) Bath with "Hanayama Kaiseki (traditional Japanese meal brought in courses) Course" ¥5,250 Tebura set (includes a small towel and a rental bath towel) 350 yen(you can take the small towel home with you as a souvenir). 
• 8 Kimiidera Onsen Hana no Yu Garden Hotel Hayashi (天然紀三井寺温泉 花の湯 ガーデンホテルはやし), 673 Kimiidera (Train / Bus: Approx. 5 minutes by foot from JR Kimiidera Station Car: Approx. 20 minutes from Hanwa Expressway Wakayama Interchange / approx. 15 minutes from Hanwa Expressway Kainan Interchange), ☏ +81-73-444-1004. 11:00 - 22:00. Spend an enjoyable moment in and around the famous Kimii-dera (Temple). In the vicinity of the famous Kimii-dera (Temple), the second temple where amulets can be obtained on the Kansai Kannon Pilgrimage and famous as a cherry blossom area, naturally, accommodation is available and onsen bathing fees are waived for those who spend over ¥3,000 on food. Further, there is a rich array of Wakayama souvenirs, making it a hotel where there is plenty to see. Bath only. Adults: ¥800 / children: ¥400 Book of tickets (6) ¥4,000. 
• 9 Kishu Kuroshio Onsen (紀州 黒潮温泉), 1525 Kemi Wakayama City (Train / Bus: Approx. 15 minutes by Wakayama Bus Marina City Direction from JR Kinokuni Line Kainan Station Approx. 30 minutes by Wakayama Bus Marina City Direction from Nankai Main Line Wakayama-shi Station Car: 10 minutes from Hanwa Expressway Kainan Interchange), ☏ +81-73-448-1126. 10:00 - 24:00 (last entry at 23:00). A relaxing moment right in front of a superb view… The large public bath from which you can fully enjoy the scenic views of Wakanoura and the Open-air bath (Rotemburo) with its fresh sea breeze are both popular. Located in Wakayama Marina City, the surrounding area has leisure facilities such as Porto Europe and Kuroshio Market. 3,500 parking places (There is a charge.) (Onsen-only car park available / 2 hours free of charge *Only a limited number are available.) Bath. Adults: ¥830 / children: ¥520 Bath with towel rental. Adults: ¥1,000 / children ¥600. 
• 10 Kada-Awashima Onsen, Pension Fujiya, Aburi no Yu (加太淡嶋温泉 あぶりの湯 ペンションふじや), 200 Kada (Train / Bus: Approx. 20 minutes from Nankai-Kada Line Kada Station Car: 45 minutes from Hanwa Expressway Sennan Interchange / Hanshin Expressway Bayshore Line Izumi Sano-minami Interchange), ☏ +81-73-459-1500. No particular restrictions. Kada-Awashima Onsen, Aburi no Yu - smooth skin and a relaxed mind We re-opened in April, 2010 with an onsen. This pension is perfect for relieving fatigue through activities such as fishing or sightseeing. How about relaxing in the tearoom with a drink after your bath and watching a wonderful sunset? You can rest and relax at this pension. Onsen Bathing rates (includes soft drink): Adults: ￥800 Children: ￥600 Private onsen (45 minutes): ￥1,000 (not including bathing tax) 1 night 2 meals: from ￥8,400. 

Kobudō

Kobudō (古武道 kobudō?) is a Japanese term for a system that can be translated as 古(old) 武(martial) 道(way) "old martial art"; the term appeared in the first half of the seventeenth century. Kobudō marks the beginning of the Tokugawa period (1603-1868) also called the Edo period, when the total power was consolidated by the ruling Tokugawa clan.The system of kobudō is considered in following priorities order: 1) morals, 2) discipline 3) aesthetic form.

• 11 Sekiguchi Shin Shin-ryū (関口新心流), 1-20 Shimabashihigashinocho, ☏ +81-73-455-7021, aebizuka@aol.com. The founder of Sekiguchi ryu was Sekiguchi Yarokuemon Ujimune, also known as Sekiguchi Jushin. Jushin was part of the famous Seiwa Genji Imagawa family of the Sengoku Period. When the once powerful Imagawa family fell to the conquests of Oda Nobunaga, Jushin decided to dedicate his life to martial arts training. He left the castle for the Atago Mountains where he underwent intense physical and spiritual training. The result of that training became known as Sekiguchi ShinShin Ryu, and rumors of the wanderer and of his art rang throughout the country. Tokugawa Yorinobu, head of the Kishu Han (modern day Wakayama Prefecture) had heard about Jushin and after meeting him Jushin was asked to be a permanent guest of the Han at Wakayama castle and teach Sekiguchi-ryū. From there the art spread all the way to Edo Tokugawa where the 8th Tokugawa Shogun, Tokugawa Yoshimune, became a menkyo kaiden of Sekiguchi Ryu. During World War II many of the ryu's documents containing history and techniques were lost in fires from Allied bombing. After a 15-year pause in training, Yoshitaro, the 12th Sōke, with the help of head student Fujimura Shigeru restored the art and passed it on to the present soke, 13th generation, Sekiguchi Yoshio. 
• Iwakura-ryū eihou (岩倉流泳法), 778 Yoshida, ☏ +81-73-423-5543, info@iwakuraryu.jp. Old swimmig style in Wakayama. 

Fishing / Angling

• 12 Wakayama Marina City Umiduri kouen (和歌山マリーナシティ海釣り公園), Wakayama Marina City, 1535-3 Kemi, ☏ +81-73-448-0020. You need not bring anything except the desire to fish. From the raw amateur to the seasoned pro, anyone can enjoy fishing here. Try for the red snappers and yellow tails found in our own fishing pool, or snag Japanese seabass, black porgies, and mackerels in the neighboring pools of Waka-no-Ura.. The pod is angling in Thunnus, bonito, Seriola lalandi, Amberjack, Olive flounder, Red sea bream, Pseudocaranx dentex, Longtooth grouper and Grouper. 
• 13 Unagi tsuri Osakaya (うなぎつり 大阪屋), 62 Saikayacho, ☏ +81-73-423-5886. 5PM - 11PM. Angling eel. ¥600-¥1600. 
• 14 Wakayama Hokkou Umiduri Kouen (和歌山北港魚釣公園), 1675-11 Minato, ☏ +81-73-451-2866. 6:00 - 19:30. Black sea bream, rockfish, gray, headed, horse mackerel, mullet 
• 15 Oyako turi park (親子つり パーク), 101-3 tano, ☏ +81-73-447-0327. Headed, rockfish, Ajiiwashi, gray, black sea bream 
• 16 Wakaura (和歌浦), Sinwakaura, ☏ +81-73-444-4349. Rockfish, black sea bream, horse mackerel, mackerel, headed 
• 17 Kada Ohato (加太大波止), Kada (15 minutes walk from Nankai Kada Line Kada Station), ☏ +81-73-459-0003. Black sea bream, mackerel, gray, mackerel, mullet, sardines 
• 18 Jogasaki isotsuri (城ヶ崎磯つり), Kada (25 minute walk from Nankai Kada Line Kada Station), ☏ +81-73-459-0003. Headed, horse mackerel, Mebarusaba, Bella 
• 19 Kada Noriaisen (Recreational boat fishing) (加太乗合船) (15 minutes walk from Nankai Kada Line Kada Station), ☏ +81-73-459-0003. Recreational boat fishing. Yellowtail, black sea bream, Thailand, headed, bald, rockfish 
• 20 Tomogashima (友ヶ島) (15 minutes walk from Nankai Kada Line Kada Station, about 20 minutes Tomogashima steamer from Kada Port), ☏ +81-73-459-0314. Headed, horse mackerel, rockfish, yellowtail, gray 

Golf

• 21 Wakayama Country Club (和歌山カントリー 倶楽部), 585 Umehara (15 minutes by car from Nankai Wakayama-shi Station), ☏ +81-73-455-3176. 
• 22 Ogura Country Club (小倉カントリー 倶楽部), 879 Shimomike (10 minutes by car from JR Wakayama Line Funato Station), ☏ +81-73-477-3339. 

Tennis

• Wakayama City Municipal Public Sports Complex Tennis Courts (和歌山市立 市民スポーツ広場 テニスコート), 796-1 Fukushima Wakayama City (10 minutes by bus from Nankai Wakayama-shi Station), ☏ +81-73-435-1152. All-weather for both rubber / hard (hard court) / 9 courts Closed from 29th December - 3rd January 
• Wakayama City Municipal Public Tennis Courts (和歌山市立 市民テニスコート), 775-1 Matsue Wakayama City (10 minutes by foot from Nankai-kada Line Higashi Matsue Station), ☏ +81-73-452-0997. for both rubber / hard / 8 courts Night lighting facilities / 10 posts Closed from 29th December - 3rd January (there are also ad hoc holidays) 
• Kyukamura Kada Tennis Courts (休暇村加太 テニスコート), 483 Miyama Wakayama City (10 minutes by bus from Nankai kada Station), ☏ +81-73-459-0321. All-weather /４courts Omni-court /１court No holiday 
• Wakayama Green Tennis Club (ワカヤマグリーン テニスクラブ), 2-3-28 Uzu Wakayama City (15 minutes by bus from JR Wakayama Station, 5 minutes from Shakomae bus stop, 10 minutes from Horidome bus stop.), ☏ +81-73-436-6464. Artificial grass court /３courts Night game facilities available. No holiday 
• Wakayama Tennis School (ワカヤマテニス スクール), 239 Kozaika Wakayama City (20 minutes by bus, 20 minutes by car from JR Wakayama Station, 3 minutes from Minami-Nakashima bus stop), ☏ +81-73-426-1093. Outdoor artificial grass: 3 courts, indoor artificial grass: 2 courts. Night game facilities available. Closed at Obon and New Year. 
• Wakayama Indoor Tennis Club (和歌山インドア テニスクラブ), 1070 Sonobe Wakayama City (10 minutes by foot from JR Musota Station), ☏ +81-73-462-2336. 3 indoor courts (artificial grass with sand), 2 outdoors courts (artificial grass with sand) Night game facilities available. No holiday 
• WATS Tennis Club (ＷＡＴＳテニスクラブ), 40-1 Negi Wakayama City (10 minutes by foot from JR Sendae Station.), ☏ +81-73-477-5533. 2 all-weather hard courts, 2 all-weather artificial grass courts Night game facilities available. No holiday 

Surfing

• 23 Isonoura Beach (Surfing place) (磯の浦海水浴場) (Right beside Nankai Kada Line Isonoura Station), ☏ +81-73-452-2737. Car par / 1,500 places(from ¥800 per day) (kiosks) 1 kiosk area (no. of stores unknown) ■Length of beach: 1,200m / sea is 100m from sand dunes with 1.5m in depth ■Well maintained and comparatively new beach ■Barbecues ○(Notify Beach Resident's Association Secretariat. Advance notification should be made to the Tourist Association) ■Surfing ○ (Prohibited in July / August in the swimming area) 

Seaside Resort

• 24 Kataonami Beach (片男波海水浴場) (Bus from Nankai Wakayama-shi Station / JR Wakayama Station, 10 minutes by foot from Wakanoura / Furobashi bus stop.), ☏ +81-73-447-9080. Selected by the Ministry of the Environment as one of the "best water areas" in the sea category. Car par / 850 places (¥1,000 per day) Seaside houses /8 ■Length of beach: 1,200m / sea is 130m from sand dunes with 1 - 5m in depth ■Well maintained and comparatively new beach ■Barbecues × (prohibited in July / August. Notify the Management and Operations Committee in other months.) 
• 25 Kada Beach (加太海水浴場) (15 minutes by foot from Nankai Kada Station), ☏ +81-73-459-0003. Car par / 1,000 places(from ¥500 per day) Seaside houses /1 ■Length of beach: 250m / sea is 10m from sand dunes with 3m in depth ■Barbecues ○(Notify the Management Secretariat) 
• 26 Namihaya Beach (浪早ビーチ) (Bus from Nankai Wakayama-shi Station / JR Wakayama Station, 15 minutes by foot fromTanouraguchi bus stop.), ☏ +81-73-447-0327. Selected by the Ministry of the Environment as one of the "best water areas". Car par / 92 places(from ¥610 per day) (kiosks) 1 kiosk area ■Length of beach: 200m / 4m in the deepest places ■Barbecues ○(Notify the Local Fishery Cooperative's Women's Group. TEL: 080-6146-3254） ■Geared towards families with small children 
• 27 Hama no Miya Beach (浜の宮ビーチ) (Bus from Nankai Wakayama-shi Station / JR Wakayama Station, get off at Hama no Miya Kaisuiyokujo-mae bus stop.), ☏ In July / AugustFORMATNOCC, contact Hama no Miya Beach Management Office（TEL +81-73-445-5233）FORMATNOCC. Car par / 350 places(from ¥1,000 per day) Seaside houses /1 ■Length of beach: 300m / sea is 100m from sand dunes with 1.5m in depth ■Barbecues × ■Wind Surfing○ (outside of swimming areas) ■Wind surfing○ (outside of swimming areas) ■A stylish beach near to Marina City 

Smartball

It is like Pinball.

• 28 Smartball New hope (スマートボール ニューホープ), 27 Shinsaikayacho, ☏ +81-73-431-5689. 10:00 - 22:00. ¥100 -. 

Pachinko / Pachislo

Wakayama is most often pachinko machines and pachislo machines in at Kinki. It is a type of mechanical game originating in Japan and is used as both a form of recreational arcade game and much more frequently as a gambling device, filling a Japanese gambling niche comparable to that of the slot machine in Western gaming. A pachinko machine resembles a vertical pinball machine, but has no flippers and uses a large number of small balls. The player fires balls into the machine, which then cascade down through a dense forest of pins. If the balls go into certain locations, they may be captured and sequences of events may be triggered that result in more balls being released. The object of the game is to capture as many balls as possible. These balls can then be exchanged for prizes. Pachinko machines were originally strictly mechanical, but modern ones have incorporated extensive electronics, becoming similar to video slot machines. Pachinko parlors are widespread in Japan, and they usually also feature a number of slot machines (called pachislo or pachislots); hence, these venues operate and look similar to casinos. Modern pachinko machines are highly customizable, keeping enthusiasts continuously entertained.

• 29 Maruhan Burakurichoten (マルハンぶらくり丁店), 1-73-1, Motoderamachi, ☏ +81-73-421-3300. 10:00 - 22:45. 
• 30 Metro Hills (メトロヒルズ), 137-1 Mikadura, ☏ +81-73-444-8008. 10:00 - 22:45. 
• 31 Tokyo Ichibankan (東京一番館), 1-11-1 Ohta, ☏ +81-73-476-5567. 10:00 - 22:45. 

Keirin

It is Gambling that is a form of motor-paced cycle racing in which track cyclists sprint for victory following a speed-controlled start behind a motorized or non-motorized pacer.

• 32 Wakayama Cyclepia Stadium (和歌山競輪), 10-1 Gosujime, ☏ +81-73-431-1019. ¥50 -. 

Work

Wakayama features the standard array of English teaching opportunities, with branches of major eikaiwa like Geos, AEON and ECC as well as small, niche language schools. The Wakayama International Exchange Center (see Connect) is a good place to make inquiries.

Buy

Wakayama specialises in Mikan (oranges) and various other regionally-known products. There is a small gift shop adjacent to Wakayama castle, but little else. Wakayama has one main department store, Kintetsu, which is relatively expensive. Other than that, the best place to do any shopping is in Burakuricho, which has a DonKehote shop.

Eat

The Yakkinikku shop near JR station, Karibicho, is very good, and the family set meal is reasonably priced.

Wakayama Ramen

Ramen is a very popular food in Japan. There are many kinds of ramen in Japan which differ depending on the area. Here in Wakayama, "Wakayama Ramen" is called "Chuka-soba"by the locals. There are 2 main kinds of soup commonly served in Wakayama. 【1】Shoyu (Soysauce) Shoyu style ramen originaly began to be eaten in Wakayama around the old streetcar stations that were located in central Wakayama. The soup is dark brown but tastes light and simple. This flavor is the predominant flavor of Wakayama Chuka-soba. 【2】Tonkotsu Shoyu (Pork bone and Soy broth) . Tonkotsu Shoyu style soup has a rich and smooth taste, intertwined with the flavor of pork and soysauce. Wakayama is well known throughout Japan for its speciality, Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen. Both kinds of ramen have thin and straight noodles. Usual toppings include : pickled bamboo shoots (Menma), green onions,fish cake (Kamaboko), hard-boiled eggs (Nitamago) and slices of roasted pork (Chashu). Recently, In addition to these two main flavors, one can now find many other unique and unusual kinds of Ramen here in Wakayama. Each restaurant specializes in a particular kind of ramen, so give it a try !

• 1 Ide Shoten (井出商店), 4-84 Tanakamachi, ☏ +81-73-424-1689. 11：30 ～ 23：30. There is often a long line on weekends, a lot of people come here from all over the Japan. The flavor of the tonkotsu shoyu soup (pork bone and soy sauce broth) is nicely complimented by the thin noodles. ¥1000. 
• 2 Ramen Marui (マルイ), 2323Nakanoshima, ☏ +81-73-427-2662. 19：00 ～ 3：00. The soup has the wonderful taste of Wakayama's tonkotsu shoyu ramen. One special feature of Marui's ramen is the generous topping of green onions. The green onions and the rich broth create a delicate balance, and if you ask the staff, they will adjust the amount of green onions to match your personal preference. ¥1000. 
  • 3 Ramen Marui (Junibancho) (マルイ 十二番丁), Le Chateau Junibancho 1F ,87 Junibancho, ☏ +81-73-425-6678. 11：00 ～ 21：00（Last order 20：45）. Ramen Marui Junibancho branch. ¥1000. 
• 4 Ryuotei (龍王亭), 4-82 Misonocho, ☏ +81-73-431-2086. 11：30 ～ 15：00、17：00 ～ 23：00. Tonporo is ramen served with a topping of pork ribs. The owner of this shop can speak Chinese. ¥1000. 
• 5 Menya Hishio (麺屋ひしお), 45 Bokuhanmachi, ☏ +81-73-423-6330. 11：00 ～ 14：30 17：30 ～ 25：00. This delicious ramen is produced in cooperation with Marushin Honke, which was established in 1881in Yuasa which is known as the birthplace of the soysauce.You can really feel and taste shoyu (soy sauce) in this ramen. Its dark black broth may look heavy, but it is actualy light and has a subtle sweetness and wonderful aroma. ¥1000. 
• 6 Arochi Marutaka Chukasoba (アロチ丸高), 2-50 Tomodacho, ☏ +81-73-432-3313. 17：30 ～ 3：30. The original owner of this shop started by serving noodles over 60 years ago at an outdoor stall. Now, a lot of local people gather here after work to eat noodles or barhop. You can taste the roots of Wakayama Chuka soba, the Tonkotsu-shoyu (pork bone and soy sauce) soup is simple is not too thick to eat, even late at night. ¥1000. 
• 7 Yamatame Shokudo (山為食堂), 12 Fukumachi, ☏ +81-73-422-9113. 11:00 - 17:00. ¥1000. 
• 8 Kyobashi Kotaro (京橋 幸太郎), Sankei Kyobashi building B1, 1-1 Honmachi, ☏ +81-73-432-9399. Mon-Fri 11：00 ～ 14：30、 17：30 ～ 23:00 Sat-Sun 11：00 ～ 23：00. ¥1000. 
• 9 Marukyo Chukasoba (◯京), 120 Saikamachi, ☏ +81-73-423-5754. 11：00 ～ 14:00 / 16:00 ～ 21：00. ¥1000. 

Ginpei Modern Japanese Fish Cuisine

Fresh fish in Wakayama and Tai-meshi. Tai-meshi is red sea Bream and rice.

• 10 Ginpei Honten (銀平 本店), 22 juichibancho, ☏ +81-73-432-3087. 11:30～15:00(L.O.14:00) 17:00～23:00(L.O.22:00). Lunch ¥1000-¥2000 Dinner ¥6000-¥8000. 
  • 11 Ginpei Wakayamaekimaeten (銀平 和歌山駅前店), Hatanaka Bld, 4-88 Tomodacho, ☏ +81-73-432-3633. 11:30～14:00（L.O.14:00） 17:00～23:00（L.O.22:00）. Lunch ¥1000-¥2000 Dinner ¥6000-¥8000. 
• 12 Rokkon (ろっこん), 4-87 Misonocho, ☏ +81-73-433-6001. 11:30～14:30 14:00LO 17:00～23:00 22:00LO. Lunch ¥1000-¥2000 Dinner ¥5000-¥6000. 
• 13 Ginpei Sannenzaka (銀平 三年坂), Dainisugigoto Bld 1F, 71 Saikayamachihigashinocho, ☏ +81-73-423-1090. ¥4000-¥5000. 
• 14 Ginpei Takumi (銀平 匠), 3 Minamimigiwacho, ☏ +81-73-431-6387. 17：00～23：00. ¥6000-¥8000. 
• 15 Sakanaryouri Gin (魚料理 ぎん), 5-20 Tomodacho, ☏ +81-73-424-8355. 11:30～14:00 17:00～22:00. Lunch ¥1000-¥2000 Dinner ¥6000-¥8000. 
• 16 Ginpei Yoshidaten (銀平 吉田店), 548 Yoshida, ☏ +81-73-436-3085. 11:00～14:00 17:00～22:00. Lunch ¥1000-¥2000 Dinner ¥3000-¥4000. 
• 17 Sakanaryouri Nakamura (魚料理中村), 134-2 Kuinose, ☏ +81-73-474-5058. 
• 18 Wakisho (魚心わきしょ), 66 Nintomecho, ☏ +81-73-433-6863. ¥4000-¥5000. 
• 19 Uogen (魚菜家 魚玄), 32 Yoriaicho, ☏ +81-73-428-0050. Lunch ¥1000 Dinner ¥4000-¥5000. 

Japanese Cuisine

• 20 Aoi Saryo (あおい茶寮), 38 Tanimachi Wakayama City, ☏ +81-73-427-3555. 11:00 - 14:00 (last order 13:00), 17:00 - 22:00 (last order 21:00). We serve only the finest foods from the Kishu area including sea bream from Kada, hairtail from Arida and Tuna from Katsuura . You can enjoy the meal and the wonderful ambience of the Japanese garden and traditional interior. The garden is famous for its connection with the House of Tokugawa. Lunch ¥2000-¥3000 Dinner ¥6000-¥8000. 
• 21 Ganko Wakayama Rokusanen (がんこ和歌山六三園), 1-3-22 Horidome nishi Wakayama City, ☏ +81-73-422-7163. 11：00 ～22：00. Kaiseki (an elegant Japanese meal served in delicate courses) You can enjoy the meal with a view of the beautiful Japanese garden. Lunch starts as low as ￥714. We serve meals cooked in a hot pot at the table and Kaiseki course meals. Lunch ¥1000-¥2000 Dinner ¥5000-¥6000. 
• 22 Agura honten (安愚楽本店), 2banchi saigayacho, ☏ +81-73-431-3585. AM11：00〜PM10：00. Lunch ¥5000-¥6000 Dinner ¥15000-¥20000. 
  • 23 Agura Tokyu Inn (安愚楽 東急イン店), Tokyu Inn,18 Minamimigiwacho, ☏ +81-73-432-5356. Lunch ¥1000-¥2000 DInner ¥10000-¥15000. 
• 24 Shikisai MIZUKI (四季彩 MIZUKI), Daiwa Roynet Hotel Wakayama 3F, 26-1, Shichibancho, ☏ +81-73-435-1819. 11:00～14:00 17:00～22:30. In front of Wakayama Castle! Lunch ¥2000-¥2999 Dinner ¥6000-¥8000. 
• 25 Shikinoaji Chihiro (四季の味ちひろ), 801 Yoshida, ☏ +81-73-431-3939. 11:30～14:40 17:00～23:00. Lunch ¥1000-¥2000 Dinner ¥6000-¥8000. 
• 26 Osakaya (加太淡嶋温泉 大阪屋ひいなの湯), 142 Kada, ☏ +81-73-459-1151. 11:00～13:30(L.O.13:00). ¥1000-¥2000. 

French Cuisine

• 27 Hotel de Yoshino, Wakayama big ai 12F 2-1-2 tebira, ☏ +81-73-422-0001. 11:30～14:00 （Last Order） 17:30～21:00 （Last Order）. Tateru Yoshino's French cuisine restaurant. Stella Maris, chef Yoshino's Michelin-starred restaurant in Paris, earned its stellar reputation based on high-level French cooking (with subtle Japanese influences) and excellent game dishes. Lunch ¥10000-¥14000 Dinner ¥15000-¥20000. 

Italian Cuisine

• 28 Trattoria i Bologna, Wajima jubancho Bld 5F, 19 Jubancho, ☏ +81-73-422-8228. 12:00 - 14:00(OS) 18:00 - 20:00. Lunch ¥4000-¥5000 Dinner ¥8000-¥9000. 
• 29 Villa Aida, 71-5 Kawajiri Iwade-shi, ☏ +81-736-63-2227. 11:30～14:00 18:00～21:00. Lunch ¥4000-¥5000 Dinner ¥10000-¥15000. 
• 30 La Costa, Komura Bld 1F, 3-1-65 Fukiage, ☏ +81-73-436-1167. 11:30～14:00 17:30～22:00. Lunch ¥2000-¥3000 Dinner ¥5000-¥6000. 
• 31 Pizzeria Via Sette, 76-106 Kinomoto, ☏ +81-73-419-0973. 11:00～14:30 17:30～21:00. Lunch ¥1000-¥2000 Dinner ¥2000-¥3000. 
• 32 Caro E Cara, Wakayama Marina City Hotel, 1517 kemi, ☏ +81-73-448-1119. 11:00～14:30 17:30～21:30. Lunch ¥3000-¥4000 Dinner ¥4000-¥5000. 
• 33 Il Passo, 4-3 ohtani, ☏ +81-73-453-2111. Weekday 11:00～14:30 18:00～22:00 Weekend 11:30～15:00 18:00～22:00. Lunch ¥1000-¥2000 Dinner ¥2000-¥3000. 
• 34 Agata, 6-5-3 chikkou, ☏ +81-73-422-5958. 11:30～15:00（L.O.14:00） 18:00～21:00（L.O）. Lunch ¥2000-¥3000 Dinner ¥4000-¥5000. 
• 35 Pizzeria Sobo, 5-7-70 shioya, ☏ +81-73-447-3888. 11:30～15:00 OS14:00 18:00～23:00 OS22:00. Lunch ¥1000-¥2000 Dinner ¥3000-¥4000. 
• 36 Il Teatoro, Auvrey Bld 1F, 830 Yoshida, ☏ +81-73-433-7511. 11:30～14:00（LO） 18:00～22:00（LO）. Lunch ¥1000-¥2000 Dinner ¥6000-¥8000. 
• 37 Karabina (からびな), 1-4-10 Wakauraminami, ☏ +81-73-447-1932. Lunch 11:00～14:30(L.O.) Tea 14:30〜17:00 Dinner 17:00〜21:30(L.O.21:00). Japanese Italian. ¥1000 - ¥2000. 

Drink

There are some atmospheric izakayas here but nothing special. Arochi has the token seedy area, which has a lot of hostess bars and other expensive vices.

Sleep

There are a few small hotels in Wakayama, none of which are really used to dealing with tourists. The most easy to spot is the monstrous Daiwa Roynet, which towers above the city near Wakayama Castle. Nearby, in Burakuricho, there is a new business hotel, and there is the Granvia hotel, a rather exclusive and expensive hotel near JR station.

Wakayama City Central Area

There are 16 hotels and ryokan in the vicinity of Wakayama Castle. This area is suitable for those on business and for dining out. Within 10 minutes by car from the station.

• 1 Business Hotel Katsuya (ビジネスホテル かつや), 3-12,Tomodacho (5 minutes by foot from JR Wakayama Station.), ☏ +81-73-422-0063, katsuya510@gaia.eonet.ne.jp. This is a family-run business ryokan. A homely atmosphere with Japanese-style rooms and home-made breakfast, etc. 19 rooms (Japanese-style 8 / Western-style 11) Breakfast ¥840 Single room (including breakfast) ¥6,615〜 (per person) Two person room (including breakfast) ¥6,615〜 (per person) Japanese-style room (including breakfast) ¥6,615〜 (per person). 
• 2 Wakayama Daiichi Fuji Hotel (ワカヤマ第1冨士ホテル), 5,Motobakuromachi (2 minutes by foot from Nankai Wakayama-shi Station.), ☏ +81-73-431-3351. Our slogan is "heartfelt & ecology". We aim to create a "hotel that is people and environmentally friendly". Single room ¥5,500 (per person) Two person room (Two single beds) ¥11,445 (per person). 
• 3 Wakayama Daini Fuji Hotel (ワカヤマ第2冨士ホテル), 1-20,Minatokonyamachi (3 minutes by foot from Nankai Wakayama-shi Station.), ☏ +81-73-431-3352. An optimum hotel for sightseeing and business. There is also the attraction of being able to enjoy reasonably-priced cuisine. Single room ¥5,700～ Two person room (Two single beds) ¥11,445〜. 
• 4 Hotel Granvia Wakayama (ホテルグランヴィア和歌山), 5-18,Tomodacho (Right beside JR Wakayama Station.), ☏ +81-73-425-3333. With a grade that prides itself as the highest class in south Kinki, this hotel has complete facilities including accommodation, wedding facilities, banquet halls, restaurants and a beauty salon. Single room ¥11,319〜 (per person) Two person room (Two single beds) ¥10,106〜 (per person). 
• 5 Hotel Avalorm Kino-kuni (ホテル アバローム紀の国), 2-1-2,Minatotorichokita (Approx. 10 minutes by car from JR Wakayama Station. Approx. 5 minutes by car from Nankai Wakayama-shi Station. Approx. 3 minutes walk from the "Wakayama Prefectural Government" bus stop.), ☏ +81-73-436-1200. We strive for guest room amenities and guest services the keyword "relaxation" so that guests can relax to their heart's content. Single room (including breakfast) ¥9,380 (per person) Two person room (including breakfast) ¥8,855 (per person) Japanese-style room (including breakfast) ¥8,855 (per person). 
• 6 Hotel Landmark Wakayama (ホテルランドマーク和歌山), 10th and 11th floors of Wakayama Big Ai,2-1-2,Tebira, (5 minutes by bus or taxi and 15 minutes by foot from JR Wakayama Station.), ☏ +81-73-422-1200. This hotel is approx. 5 minutes by car from JR Wakayama Station. It also has rooms equipped for guests with disabilities such as easy opening doors for those in wheelchairs, etc. Single room (including breakfast) ¥7,980 (per person) Two person room (including breakfast) ¥13,755 (per person) Japanese-style room (including breakfast) ¥10,185 (per person). 
• 7 Daiwa Roynet Hotel Wakayama (ダイワロイネットホテル和歌山), 26-1,Shichibancho (5 minutes by bus from JR Wakayama Station.), ☏ +81-73-435-0055. Single rooms equipped for both business and relaxation. 10 other types of spacious rooms are also available. Sigle room (including breakfast) ¥9,000〜 (per person) Two person room (including breakfast) ¥8,000〜 (per person). 
• 8 BK Weekly Mansion & Hotel (BKウィークリーマンション＆ホテル), 17-2,Yanagicho (5 minutes by foot from JR Wakayama Station.), ☏ +81-73-423-3020. Spacious and relaxing, unlike capsule or business hotels! Many types of guest from business people to families and couples use this hotel. Single room (accommodation only) ¥3,980〜 (per person) Japanese-style + Western-style room(Loft) (accommodation only) ¥4,500〜 (per person). 
• 9 Wakayama Urban Hotel (和歌山アーバンホテル), 1-2-17,Kuroda (2 minutes by foot from JR Wakayama Station East Exit.), ☏ +81-73-475-1088. A stylish hotel with cosmopolitan function and design and coordinated with chic tones. Single room (including breakfast) ¥5,800〜 (per person) Two person room (including breakfast) ¥7,500〜 (per person). 
• 10 Sun Hotel Wakayama (サンホテル和歌山), 4-75,Tomodacho (3 minutes by foot from JR Wakayama Station.), ☏ +81-73-421-5911. 3 minutes by foot from JR Wakayama Station! The Sun Hotel Wakayama is in the perfect location for both business and sightseeing. Single room (including breakfast) ¥6,000 (per person) Two person room (including breakfast) ¥12,500 (per person). 
• 11 Hanayama Onsen Yakushi no Yu (花山温泉 薬師の湯), 574,Narukami (10 minutes by taxi from JR Wakayama Station.), ☏ +81-73-471-3277. Once you have taken a bath here, you will never forget it! The reddish-brown "Oikomi water" is a carbonate onsen. The sides of the bath are covered in crystals as a result deposits of onsen components! Japanese-style room ¥6,300 (per person) Japanese-style room (including breakfast) ¥7,875 (per person). 
• 12 Wakayama Green Hotel (和歌山グリーンホテル), 38 Shinsaikamachi (5 minutes by car from JR Wakayama and Nankai Wakayama-shi station), ☏ +81-73-432-3838. Sigle room (accommodation only) ¥3,500〜 (per person) Two person room (accommodation only) ¥3,000〜 (per person) Triple, accommodation only ¥2,500〜 (per person). 
• 13 Toyoko Inn JR Wakayama Station East Entrance (東横イン JR和歌山駅東口), 2-1-7 Kuroda (4 mins walk from the East Entrance of JR Wakayama Station), ☏ +81-73-476-1045. Clean and conscientious with reasonable rates. Our staff are waiting to serve you with a heart-warming smile in our enhanced facilities. Sigle room (1 night with breakfast) ¥4,800〜 (per person) Two person room (1 night with breakfast) ¥3,490〜 (per person) Deluxe twin room (1 night with breakfast) ¥4,750〜 (per person) Double room (1 night with breakfast) ¥2,750〜 (per person). 
• 14 Wakayama Tokyu Inn (和歌山東急イン), 18 Minamimigiwacho (10 minutes walk from Wakayama-shi Station, 5 minutes by car from JR Wakayama Station), ☏ +81-73-432-0109. Located in front of Wakayama Castle, use this hotel for a wide range of purposes from business to sightseeing. Sigle room (accommodation only) ¥7,400〜 (per person) Two person room (accommodation only) ¥5,500〜 (per person) Sigle room (1 night with breakfast) ¥8,240〜 (per person) Two person room (1 night with breakfast) ¥6,340〜 (per person) Meals only: Breakfast ¥840. 
• 15 Dormy Inn PREMIUM Wakayama (ドーミーインPREMIUM和歌山), 3-36 Misonocho (About 5 min walk from JR Wakayama station. About 20 min by car from Wakayama Interchange.), ☏ +81-73-402-5489, inquiries@hotespa.net. This hotel offer natural hotspring bath.All guest can have a truly relaxing experience and feel as if they’ve returned home. Sigle room (accommodation only) ¥6,000〜 (per person) Two person room (accommodation only) ¥6,000〜 (per person) Sigle room (1 night with breakfast) ¥7,500〜 (per person) Two person room (1 night with breakfast) ¥7,500〜 (per person). 
• 16 APA Hotel Wakayama (アパホテル和歌山), 2-36-1, Honmachi (Train For ten minutes, it is a 10-minute walk on foot from south seas Railway Corporation "Wakayama-shi" station by bus from JR "Wakayama" station through northern part of a castle street Bus From JR "Wakayama" station center exit No.3 bus stop, ride on a bus for "Wakayama bus 0 system Nankai Wakayama-shi Station", get off at "Honmachi 2-chome" and soon), ☏ +81-73-431-7111. Single ¥10,000- Semi-double ¥14,000- Double ¥18,000- Twin ¥22,000- Deluxe twin ¥30,000- Single (premium specifications) ¥12,000- Double (premium specifications) ¥20,000- Twin (premium specifications) ¥24,000-. 

Kimii-dera / Wakanoura Area

Situated in the south of Wakayama City, this area is suitable for sightseeing trips to Wakayama Marina City and Kimii-dera temple, etc. Within approx. 40 minutes by car from the station.

• 17 Wakanoura Kimuraya Ryokan (紀州和歌の浦 木村屋), 2-2,Shinwakaura (35 minutes by bus from JR Wakayama Station or Nankai Wakayama-shi Station.), ☏ +81-73-444-0155. All guest rooms are Japanese-style and have a view of Wakanoura. Japanese-style room ¥6,300 (per person) Japanese-style room (including breakfast) ¥7,350 (per person) Breakfast ¥800 Lunch ¥1,575 / ¥2,625 Dinner ¥4,200. 
• 18 Shin-waka Lodge (新和歌ロッジ), 2-3,Shinwakaura (35 minutes by bus from JR Wakayama Station or Nankai Wakayama-shi Station.), ☏ +81-73-444-9000. Recommended for reasonable rates and delicious cuisine. It is also pleasant to stroll along the coastal promenade from the natural beach behind the lodge. Two person room (including breakfast) (Weekday) ¥5,000〜 (per person) Japanese-style rooms (including breakfast and dinner) (Weekday) ¥5,000〜 (per person) *in the case of 1 person per room +¥1,000. 
• 19 Wakanoura Onsen MANPA RESORT (和歌の浦温泉 萬波 MANPA RESORT), 2-10,Shinwakaura (Approx. 40 minutes by bus from JR Wakayama Station. Approx. 30 minutes by bus from Nankai Wakayama-shi Station.), ☏ +81-73-444-1161. Wakanoura's only onsen inn. Enjoy the calm seascape on the opposite shore from Porto Europe. Japanese-style room ¥7,350〜 (per person) Japanese-style room (including breakfast) ¥8,400〜 (per person) Japanese-style room (including breakfast and dinner) ¥11,500〜 (per person). 
• 20 Seichoen (静潮苑 せいちょうえん), 369,Tano (30 minutes by bus from JR Wakayama Station or Nankai Wakayama-shi Station.), ☏ +81-73-444-1528. The lobby, guests rooms and dining room all have an ocean view. A seascape that changes second by second. Japanese-style rooms room ¥6,300〜 (per person) Japanese-style room (including breakfast) ¥7,350〜 (per person) Japanese-style room (including breakfast and dinner) ¥10,500〜 (per person) Lunch ¥3,675 Dinner ¥5,250. 
• 21 Isaribi-no-Yado Seaside Kancho (漁火の宿 シーサイド観潮), 82,Tano (45 minutes by bus from JR Wakayama Station. 30 minutes by bus from Nankai Wakayama-shi Station.), ☏ +81-73-444-0111. Local fish cuisine is delicious because ingredients are bought directly from the local Saikazaki Port! Stay here if you want to eat excellent fish cuisine. Japanese-style room ¥6,800〜 (per person) Japanese-style room (including breakfast) ¥7,350〜 (per person) Japanese-style room (including breakfast and dinner) ¥12,600〜 (per person) Dinner ¥4,200〜. 
• 22 Shichiyouen (七洋園), 416,Saikazaki (40 minutes by bus, 23 minutes by taxi from JR Wakayama Station. 30 minutes by bus, 20 minutes by taxi from Nankai Wakayama-shi Station. 30 minutes from Hanwa Expressway Wakayama Interchange.), ☏ +81-73-444-1181. Perfect accommodation on the way to Mt. Koya and Kumano in Shikoku. We also accept day guests for meals. Japanese-style rooms ¥5,050〜 (per person) Japanese-style room (including breakfast) ¥6,050〜 (per person) Japanese-style room (including breakfast and dinner) ¥8,500〜 (per person). 
• 23 WAKAYAMA MARINA SITY HOTEL (和歌山マリーナシティホテル), 1517,Kemi, (Approx. 15 minutes by bus from JR Kainan Station. Approx. 30 minutes by bus from Nankai Wakayama-shi Station.), hotel@marinacity.com. Looking out from the balcony to the blue sea and the yacht harbour is just like being in a southern resort. All 99 rooms are of a different design. Two person room (including breakfast) ¥10,000〜 (per person). 
• 24 Kimiidera Onsen Hana no Yu Garden Hotel Hayashi (紀三井寺温泉 花の湯 ガーデンホテルはやし), 673,Kimiidera (5 minutes by foot from JR Kinokuni Line Kimiidera Station. Approx. 20 minutes from Hanwa Expressway Wakayama Interchange. 10 minutes from Kainann Interchange.), ☏ +81-73-444-1004. Come even just for a bath! The featured famous Yoshimune Ozen dinner with an abundance of fresh Kishu mountain and sea produce is popular. Single room (including breakfast) ¥6,090 (per person) Two person room (including breakfast) ¥5,565 (per person) Japanese-style room (including breakfast) ¥5,565 (per person). 

Kada Area

Situated in the north of Wakayama City, there are 8 hotels in the vicinity of Tomogashima and Awashima-jinja Shrine. This area is suitable for those who seek fish cuisine or who wish to go fishing. Within 50 minutes by car from the station.

• 25 Osakaya Hiina no Yu (大阪屋ひいなの湯), 142,Kada (Minibus from Nankai-Kada Line Kada Station.), ☏ +81-73-459-1151. We have opened a new dining room with a huge fish tank! Fully enjoy the beautiful Kaiseki Ryori (traditional Japanese meal brought in courses), delicate as well as bold. The menu changes every month. We are also proud of our natural onsen which is famous as a beauty bath. Japanese-style room ¥7,350 (per person) Japanese-style room (including breakfast) ¥8,400 (per person) Breakfast ¥1,575 Lunch ¥1,575 Dinner ¥6,300. 
• 26 Wakayama Kada Onsen Kada Kaigetsu (和歌山加太温泉 加太海月), 1905,Kada (30 minutes by car from Nankai-wakayama-shi Station, 40 minutes by car from Wakayama Interchange), ☏ +81-73-459-0015. An onsen hot spring hotel with a panoramic view of the Kitan Channel. Enjoy the beauty of the setting sun. Japanese-style room (accommodation only) ¥3,240〜(per person) Japanese-style room (including breakfast) ¥8,640〜(per person) Japanese-style room (including breakfast and dinner) ¥8,100〜(per person) Lunch ¥2,160〜 Dinner ¥5,400〜. 
• 27 Kyukamura Kishu-kada (休暇村紀州加太), 483,Miyama (Minibus from Nankai-Kada Line Kada Station.), ☏ +81-73-459-0321. This Kyukamura is built on the top of a mountain, 100 metres above sea level and looks out on the ancient fishing port of Kada. We are proud of our Longtooth Grouper Fish cuisine. Japanese-style room (including breakfast and dinner) ¥8,700 (per person). 

Connect

• 1 TIC WAKAYAMA (TIC和歌山), 2F Daiwa Roynet Hotel Wakayama 26-1 Shichiban-cho, Wakayama-shi, Wakayama (Arriving by train ・From JR Wakayama Station Immediately prefecture-Wakanoura direction to go Koenmae bus stop and get off from Stop # 2 ・From Nankai Wakayama Station Immediately JR Wakayama Station Kyobashi bus stop Koenmae bus stop and get off from stop No. 8 Or a 15-minute walk from Nankai "Wakayama Station" Arriving by car A 15-minute drive from the motorway Hanwa Wakayama IC Please use the Royal parking facility next to the parking lot ※ I will delivery the service ticket for one hour use of 600 yen or more at the property. ※ to vehicle height limit 2.1M Arriving from the airport 40 minutes from JR Wakayama Station by limousine bus from Kansai International Airport), ☏ +81-73-422-0048. 10:00〜19:00 Open 365 Days. Tourist information center who sets up the information desk at the Daiwa Roynet Hotel in front of Wakayama Castle based in Wakayama. TIC WAKAYAMA (Tourist Information Center Wakayama) is the tourist information center which Yutaka Transport runs. We perform an action to prefecture landing type sightseeing positively, and suggest various wakayama sightseeing for domestic and foreign visitors. and foreign visitors suggest the plan of the trip so that it is gone to each sightseeing spot of Wakayama willingly In addition, not to mention a sightseeing taxi and the bus tour utilized the Know-how of the traffic company of course, we make use of various networks and produce the trip of the made-to-order sense.produce the trip of the made-to-order sense. Regardless of inside and outside the country, please feel free to contact us. ・Visitor information of wakayama, and the other area ・Sightseeing guide (our special) ・Arrangement the trip of Japan ・The work display of the artist in Wakayama and product sale ・We offer adrink and ice cream in a cafe 
• 2 Wakayama International Exchange Center (和歌山県国際交流センター), Wakayama Big Ai Bldg. 8F 2-1-2 Tebira, Wakayama City 640-8319 (【From JR Wakayama station】 ○20 minutes on foot ○5 minutes by bus #1 Platform Via Shintebira, bound for Kainan, Marina City, Wakayama Medical University （Except for Narutaki housing development） ※#4 Stop「Kitadejima」 【From JR Miyamae Station】 ○12 minutes on foot 【From JR Miyamae Station】 ○28 minutes by bus #8 Platform Via JR Wakayama station Shintebira, bound for Kainan, Marina City #6 Platform Via Kaigara-cho JR Wakayama station, bound for Wakayama Medical University ※Stop「Kitadejima」), ☏ +81-73-435-5240, wa-world@wixas.or.jp. Opening: from 10:00 AM to 18:30 PM （Friday is open until 21:00） Closed: on Wednesdays and Holidays, from December 29th to January 3rd. Wakayama International Exchange Center is Legal consultation for foreigners, worries about living in Japan, international exchange and cooperation for prefectural citizens are available. 

• 3 Nankai Wakayama-shi station Tourist Infomation (Exit the main ticket gate of the Nankai Wakayama-shi station, go to the bottom of the stairs), ☏ +81-73-422-5091. 8:30 - 17:00. Wakayama City Tourist Information Center Provieds Wakayama City Tourist maps and gide books.It is avaiavle in English, traditional/simplifed Chinese and korean. 
• 4 JR Wakayama station Tourist Infomation (Exit the main ticket gate of the JR Wakayama station.), ☏ +81-73-422-5831. mon～sat 8:30～19:00 sun,holiday 8:30～17:15. Wakayama City Tourist Information Center Provieds Wakayama City Tourist maps and gide books.It is avaiavle in English, traditional/simplifed Chinese and korean. 
• 5 Wakayama City Tourist Infomation (Take a bus from Nankai Wakayama-shi station or JR Wakayama station,then get off at "Shiyakusho-mae". That is in front of Wakayama Castle.), ☏ +81-73-435-1185. 8:30～17:15. Bicycle rental Bicycle:¥100/Electric bicycle:¥500. Wakayama City Tourist Information Center Provieds Wakayama City Tourist maps and gide books.It is avaiavle in English, traditional/simplifed Chinese and korean. 

Go next

Perhaps one of the best features of Wakayama is that it is well connected, and provides good access to Osaka, Kyoto, Nara and so on without being on top of them. Wakayama is a smaller city which seemingly makes little effort to embrace tourism, so is a good example of a "normal" Japanese place untouched by the demons of tourism.

The South of Wakayama prefecture is one of Japan's playgrounds, and its well known resort of Shirahama is busy during the summer season. Mount Koya, the atmospheric and picturesque mountain an hour from Wakayama, is a little-known (by tourists) gem.

Routes through Wakayama

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