Saki-no-yu

Of Yuzaki's seven ancient hot springs, this is the only one that still remains. The historic open-air bath is located approximately 10 meters from the sea. Enjoy the bath as waves lap against the rocks.

Spring quality

Sodium chloride carbonated spring

Temperature

83℃

Benefits

Rheumatic disease, Locomotor disability, Menopause disorder, Feminine ailments

Access

Approx. 5-minute drive from the hotel

Telephone

+81-739-42-3016

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Muro-no-yu

A historic hot spring mentioned in the ancient texts the Nihon Shoki and Manyoshu. As water comes from the two spring sources of Mabu-yu and Miyuki-yu, visitors can enjoy two types of hot spring.

Miyuki-yu

Spring quality

Sodium chloride carbonated spring

Temperature

83℃

Benefits

Rheumatic disease, Locomotor disability, Menopause disorder, Feminine ailments

Mabu-yu

Spring quality

Sodium chloride spring

Temperature

75℃

Benefits

Cut, Burn, Chronic skin disease, Chronic feminine ailments

Access

2-minute drive or 10-minute walk from the hotel

Telephone

+81-739-43-0686

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Shirarahama Shirasuna (open-air bath)

An open-air hot spring adjacent to Shirarahama Swimming Beach. It is a mixed-gender bath where people can bathe in swimwear. During winter (the off season) benches are put out for a free foot bath.

Spring quality

Sodium chloride spring

Temperature

75℃

Benefits

Cut, Burn, Chronic skin disease, Chronic feminine ailments

Access

5-minute walk from the hotel

Telephone

+81-739-43-1126

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Shirara-yu

A popular hot spring in Shirarahama Swimming Beach. There is a bandai (watch stand) reminiscent of old public bathhouses. Enjoy fine views of the white Shirarahama Beach and the grand Pacific Ocean while soaking in hot water.

Spring quality

Sodium chloride spring

Temperature

59℃

Benefits

Cut,Burn, Chronic skin disease, Chronic feminine ailments

Access

5-minute walk from the hotel

Telephone

+81-739-43-2614

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Matsuno-yu

This hot spring facing the Engetsu Islet is popular with local residents. Bathers can enjoy views of the ocean through the window. We also recommend taking a walk to view Engetsu Islet after bathing.

Spring quality

Sulfur and strong sodium chloride spring

Temperature

66℃

Benefits

Rheumatic disease, Locomotor disability, Wounds,Physically weak children,Diabetes

Access

3-minute walk from the hotel

Telephone

+81-739-43-0988

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Tsuna-no-yu

A hot spring located a little away from the central hot-spring resort area and near Shirahama Pier. It is a public bathhouse on the first floor of Tsunashirazu Hall, a local assembly house. Bathers can see the ocean from the bath.

Spring quality

Sodium carbonated spring

Temperature

77℃

Benefits

Chronic rheumatoid arthritis, Wounds,Burn, Chronic skin disease, Chronic feminine ailments

Access

3-minute drive or 15-minute walk from the hotel

Telephone

+81-739-43-0533

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Chosei-no-yu

A facility using the frame of a warehouse built in the early Showa period (1926-1989). The bathtub, which uses Kishu's bincho charcoal, is an aesthetic delight. The mild spring water has relatively less sodium than typical hot springs in Japan.

Spring quality

Sodium carbonated spring

Temperature

66℃

Benefits

Chronic rheumatoid arthritis, Wounds, Burn, Chronic skin disease, Chronic feminine ailments

Access

7-minute drive from the hotel

Telephone

+81-739-42-3010

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Shirahama Ginza Ashi-yu Yokocho

An approximately five-minute walk from Shirarahama Beach. The quaint foot bath allows local residents to relax soaking their feet in hot water. Drinks and snacks are available at night.

Access

5-minute walk from the hotel

Telephone

+81-739-43-5151
[Shirahama-kan]

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Yanagibashi Ashi-yu

With a shopping mall nearby, this is an ideal foot bath for taking a rest while strolling. There is a monument of hanamaruyukidakaragai(a kind of snail).

Access

7-minute walk from the hotel

Telephone

+81-739-43-5555
[Tourism Section, Shirahama Town]

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Tsukumoto Ashi-yu

Located at the south gate of Shirarahama Beach and just beyond the bank protection. Take off your shoes and enjoy the white Shirarahama Beach and the foot bath.

Access

7-minute walk from the hotel

Telephone

+81-739-43-5555
[Tourism Section, Shirahama Town]

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Mifune Ashi-yu

The sea spreads out right in front of your eyes. Enjoy the foot bath and the sea breeze while taking in the scenic beauty of Engetsu Islet. It is near Matsu-no-yu.

Access

3-minute walk from the hotel

Telephone

+81-739-43-5555
[Tourism Section, Shirahama Town]

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Adventure World

A theme park where visitors can enjoy three entertaining zones: Marine World, Safari World and Enjoy World. Watch the panda family up close and interact with many animals.

Access

10- to 15-minute drive from the hotel

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Kyoto University Shirahama Aquarium

Open to the public since 1930 as part of the Kyoto University Seto Marine Biological Laboratory. The aquarium, with a history of more than 70 years, has nearly 10,000 exhibits of marine life living along the coast of the Kii Peninsula together with detailed commentary.

Access

5-minute drive from the hotel

Link

» Official website

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Shirahama Energy Land

An experience-based amusement facility based on the theme of "the energy of people and nature". At the beach front facility, families can experience simulation rides, a mysterious trick house and a healthy foot bath.

Access

5-minute walk from the hotel

Link

» Official website

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Glass Bottom Boat running in the sea off Shirahama

A sightseeing boat cruising from Rinkai to near Engetsu Islet. Visitors can see schools of fish and coral reefs through the glass bottom. The 30-minute cruise includes a regular show by amas (female divers) (may be cancelled due to bad weather).

Access

5-minute drive or 25-minute walk from the hotel

Link

» Official website

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Shirahama Golf Club

Shirahama's oldest golf course with a history of 50 years. The course, on a gentle hilly area, was designed to be beautiful, suitable for a range of players and enjoyable. It is also popular with local golfers.

Access

15-minute drive from the hotel

Link

» Official website

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Shirahama Beach Golf Club

A seaside golf course facing the beautiful Tanabe Bay and the Shirahama-Spa resort area. Enjoy your round while looking down on the ocean.

Access

15-minute drive from the hotel

Link

» Official website

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Asahi Golf Club Shirahama Course

An exclusive and stunning golf club, with a popular course design that allows golfers to push their golf to the limit.

Access

25-minute drive from the hotel

Link

» Official website

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Loveam Shirahama Golf Club

This club has a course featuring the natural flat terrain. The wide, long fairways are ideal for long hitters who want to take on this long course.

Access

40-minute drive from the hotel

Link

» Official website

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Shinjo Park

An extensive natural park featuring flowers, art, music and gatherings. It encompasses the Tanabe City Museum of Art, a multi-purpose plaza, seasonally blooming flowers and a place with large play equipment for children.

Access

10-minute drive from the hotel

Link

» Official website

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Shirarahama Beach

A white, sandy beach extending approximately 600 meters. It is very popular as a swimming beach, and is decorated with many colorful parasols in summer. It has a sister beach relationship with Hawaii's Waikiki Beach.

Access

30-second walk from the hotel's gate to the beach

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Engetsu Islet

An Islet located in the south sea off Rinkaiura. It measures 130 meters from south to north, 35 meters from east to west and 25 meters in height, and its formal name is Takashima. The name Engetsu is derived from the sea cave in the center of the Islet that looks like a round moon. The evening views are exquisitely beautiful.

Access

5-minute drive or 25-minute walk from the hotel (3-minute walk when viewing it from a distance)

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Heisogen

A hilltop park overlooking Shirahama Town. In the park, which encompasses rows of cherry blossom trees and a plum grove, visitors can enjoy seasonally changing flowers and plants. There are also an open space and obstacle course to entertain families.

Access

10- to 15-minute drive from the hotel

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Sandanbeki

Sheer rocky cliffs on the south shore of Senjojiki. They stand 50 meters in height and extend two kilometers from south to north. Long ago, these cliffs were used as a look-out point from which passing ships and schools of fish were watched. Visitors can go down into the underground cave.

Access

10- to 15-minute drive from the hotel

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Senjojiki

Senjojiki (meaning a thousand tatami mats) is named after the scale of the large bedrock reminiscent of vast piles of rocks. The grand landscape has been formed through erosion by angry waves. Senjojiki is also known as a location for dramas and movies set in Shirahama.

Access

10- to 15-minute drive from the hotel

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Minabe Plum Grove

With many plum blossoms covering the gently hilly area in spring, Minabe Plum Grove is described by the saying "a million trees at a glance, and flavors that reach far away". At this time of year, the smell of spring hangs in the air, and clean white flowers are testament to the seasonal energy. Many plum blossom-related events are held.

Access

Approx. 50-minute drive from the hotel

Telephone

[Plum blossom telephone information]
+81-739-74-3219
[Plum Blossom Viewing Association]
+81-739-74-3464
[Minabe Tourist Association]
+81-739-72-4949

Opening period

Late Jan. - early Mar. (plan)

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Iwashiro Large Plum Grove

Approximately 20,000 plum trees are grown in the 30-hectare area, which looks like a beautiful white carpet when in peak bloom. A variety of events are held while the flowers are at their best, attracting many visitors.

Access

Approx. 60-minute drive from the hotel

Telephone

[Plum blossom telephone information]
+81-739-74-3219
[Plum Blossom Viewing Association]
+81-739-74-3464
[Minabe Tourist Association]
+81-739-72-4949

Opening period

Late Jan. - early Mar. (plan)

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Tanabe Plum Grove

A plum grove located at a high altitude. It has nice views. Particularly, Ojamine Observatory at an altitude of 400 meters commands fine views of white plum fields extending in the shape of a mortar against the backdrop of the horizon. Walking along trails lined with oak trees (for bincho charcoal) is highly recommended.

Access

Approx. 60-minute drive from the hotel

Telephone

[Kishu Tanabe Plum Blossom Viewing Association]
+81-739-22-5300
[Flowering telephone information]
+81-739-37-0221

Opening period

Early Feb. - early Mar. (plan)

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Kumano Kodo

Kumano Kodo is a series of ancient pilgrimage routes to Kumano Sanzan, the three grand shrines of Kumano Hongu Taisha, Kumano Nachi Taisha and Kumano Hayatama Taisha in the Kii Peninsula. The total distance of the routes is quite long. From the hotel, it is recommended to take the route from Gyubadoji-guchi in Nakahechi. For more information, please check the websites of Kumano Kodo. Please ask at the front desk for route information.

Access

Approx. 1-hour drive from the hotel to Nakahechi

Link

» Kumano Kodo Website (Mie Prefecture)
» Kumano Kodo Website (Wakayama Prefecture)

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Minakata Kumagusu Museum

Minakata Kumagusu, who was born in the town of Wakayama Castle in 1867, was a world-class naturalist. He was well-versed in more than a dozen languages and had a wide variety of knowledge on biology, ethnology, mineralogy and literature. This museum exhibits articles from his life, literary remains and photographs.

Access

5-minute drive from the hotel

Link

» Official website

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Daiichi Pearl Museum

This museum facing Tanabe Bay covers everything about pearls, from pearl culture to production. It also exhibits and sells pearls, which make a wonderful souvenir from your visit.

Access

5-minute drive from the hotel

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Honkakuji Temple (Seashell Temple)

This temple is also known as Seashell Temple, and exhibits a collection of approximately 1,000 types of shell that have been donated by local fishermen since the Edo Period (1603 to 1868). Please see the beautiful honkakujihigai shells, the origin of the temple's name.

Access

5-minute walk from the hotel

Link

» Official website

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Toretore Market

One of the largest seafood markets in western Japan. It sells seafood and special local products, and visitors can see longtooth grouper and other fish swimming in a water tank as large as those found in aquariums. There are also restaurants and cafés on site.

Access

5- to 15-minute drive from the hotel

Telephone

+81-739-42-1010

Link

» Official website

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Mamagotoya

A restaurant that satisfies customers in both taste and volume. It provides a buffet for breakfast, while with the lunch of the day customers can choose their main dish from three to four options. For an extra 100 yen, you can add coffee to your meal.

Access

8-minute walk from the hotel

Telephone

+81-739-43-3525

Link

» Official website

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Fukubishi

A direct-sales shop for Fukubishi, a confectioner that is well known for Kagero. Recommended sweets are Fuwafuwa-shu (100 yen per piece) and cheese cake (735 yen), which are available only here. Fresh cream cakes and baked confectionery are also available. They are popular as gifts.

Access

3-minute drive from the hotel

Telephone

+81-739-42-3128

Link

» Official website

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Ko-zushi

A sushi restaurant that is popular with local residents. It can offer various dishes using seasonal seafood caught off Kishu for a range of budgets (from 2,500 yen). In addition to counter seats, various sizes of Japanese-style rooms are also available. It is advisable to reserve a table well in advance, particularly in summer.

Access

5-minute walk from the hotel

Telephone

+81-739-42-4027

Link

» Official website

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Ikemoto Shoten

A well known shop for honey-flavored pickled Nankobai plums. Recommended is plum soft serve ice cream using fully-ripened Nankobai plums. The shop's original ice cream is fruity and costs 260 yen.

Access

30-second walk from the hotel

Telephone

+81-739-43-3925

Link

» Official website

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Chamonix

Popular items include freshly-baked homemade cake, birthday cake, sticky cream puff (240 yen for 100 g) and tube cake (945 yen).

Access

4-minute drive from the hotel

Telephone

+81-739-42-4826

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Tokiwa-zushi

This restaurant has been featured on TV with its saury sushi (only 20 pieces available per day, 630 yen). It serves sushi, set meals and a la carte dishes featuring seasonal fish. The set meals for lunch (1,000 yen or more) are especially recommended. Japanese-style rooms are available.

Access

3-minute walk from the hotel

Telephone

+81-739-42-4084

Link

» Official website

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Aisu

A coffee shop with reasonable prices. It is just a one-minute walk form the hotel. Popular dishes are the hearty set meals (from 850 yen) and ramen (525 yen).

Access

1-minute walk from the hotel

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Kiraku

This popular restaurant is packed with local customers and tourists at lunchtime. It offers a variety of dishes including set meals, a la carte dishes and udon noodles. Particularly popular is Kumanoji-don (1,350 yen ), a rice-based dish featuring local ingredients.

Access

3-minute walk from the hotel

Telephone

+81-739-42-3916

Link

» Official website

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Kamakura Shoten

A shop specializing in Ideyu Hantai Tamago, eggs (60 yen each) boiled in the hot spring water of Saki-no-yu. The combination of softly-solidified yolk and half-boiled white is superb. You can easily eat two to three eggs with a little salt.

Access

5-minute drive from the hotel

Telephone

+81-739-42-3747

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Ruriko Reisen

Kumano's delicious natural water springs from under the shrine of Yakushi Nyorai. Although anyone can scoop up the water free of charge, pet bottles and glass bottles cannot be used. Please use plastic water containers.

Access

30-minute drive from the hotel.
In the vicinity of the Takase River in Shirahama Town's Tsuzurafuchi area

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Nonaka no Shimizu

Famous water in the Nakahechi-cho Nonaka area that ancient travelers would have drunk. It still wells up and is used by local people for daily purposes. It has been selected as one of the best 100 waters in Japan.

Access

40-minute drive from the hotel.
Tanabe City's Nakahechi-cho Nonaka area (near National Route 311)
Parking for 8 cars

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Otome no Shizuku

Otome no Shizuku is located near Yasukawa Valley deep in the mountains. The area is richly endowed with nature, and visitors may encounter wild animals. Try the cold, clean and delicious water that wells up from between rocks.

Access

70-minute drive from the hotel.
Tanabe City's former Oto Village Tomisato area

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