Shirahama & Kumano
白浜・熊野Sacred trails, wild coastline and authentic local experiences in South Wakayama
Discover another side of Kansai, where ancient pilgrimage trails, sacred mountains, dramatic Pacific coastlines and traditional onsen culture come together. Kansai Navi is currently developing a new collection of experiences in Shirahama and the Kumano region together with trusted local partners.
In Development
Experiences Coming Soon
Nature & Culture
Shirahama Coastal Discovery
Discover Shirahama's dramatic Pacific coastline, including Sandanbeki, Senjojiki, Shirarahama and the iconic Engetsu Island. A relaxed introduction to the landscapes, stories and seaside culture of Nanki Shirahama.
Sandanbeki · Senjojiki · Engetsu Island
Culture & Walking
Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Experience
Walk part of the legendary Kumano Kodo and discover the spiritual landscape that has welcomed pilgrims for more than a thousand years.
Nakahechi · Oji Sites · Pilgrimage Culture
History, Spirituality & Walking
Sacred Nachi
Enter one of Kumano's most extraordinary sacred landscapes through Daimonzaka before discovering Nachi Falls, Kumano Nachi Taisha and Seiganto-ji.
Daimonzaka · Nachi Falls · Nachi Taisha
Culture & Relaxation
Shirahama Culture & Onsen Experience
Experience Japanese hospitality in Shirahama through a flexible combination of traditional culture, onsen and local experiences.
Onsen · Local Culture · Japanese Hospitality
Experience elements are currently being finalised.
Local Life & Outdoor
Shirahama Fishing Experience
Experience Shirahama from the sea with a locally organised fishing activity and discover the region's close relationship with the Pacific Ocean.
Local Fishing · Marine Culture · Outdoor Experience
Catch-to-table may be offered as a future option.
Private & Tailor-Made
Multi-Day Kumano Journeys
Flexible multi-day journeys combining Shirahama, Kumano Kodo, sacred sites, local food, cultural experiences and traditional hospitality. Currently in development.
2–4 Days · Private · Tailor-Made
Flexible by Design
Build Your Own Kumano Journey
Our future Shirahama & Kumano collection is being designed around flexible experience modules. Depending on your interests, available time and travel style, experiences can be combined into personalised one-day or multi-day journeys.
Coming First
Guided Shirahama Experiences
English-guided local experiences are currently being prepared and may become available before our wider multi-day collection.
Future Private Travel Options
Coming SoonAs our South Wakayama collection develops, selected journeys are planned to offer optional private transportation from Osaka, Kyoto, Nara or other agreed locations.
Onsen & Hospitality
Local Hospitality in Shirahama
Part of our Shirahama collection is being developed together with Kaigaku Onsen Resort, connecting local hospitality and onsen culture with access to the wider Kumano region.
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Interested in Shirahama & Kumano?
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