Start your day by watching the sunrise over the sea!

Charge your energy by bathing in the divine sunlight. Shichirimihama is the longest sandy beach in Japan. The colorful pebbles called ``Mihama pebbles'' polished by the rough waves are also cute. Shishiiwa, which seems to be roaring towards the Kumano Sea, is a sight that you will want to take a quick photo of.

A sacred place from ancient times where the gods sleep

Hananoiwaya-jinjaShrine World Heritage Site, is one of the largest power spots on the Kumano Kodo. This is the tomb where Izanami no Mikoto, the mother of the gods, is buried. After visiting the shrine, buy a bento box from Otsuna Chaya next door.

Ride on a riverboat
Immerse yourself in ancient romance

Apparently, during the Heian and Kamakura periods, riverboats were used as a pilgrimage route to the Kumano Sanzan. The soft sound of the flute played by the storyteller will transport you back to ancient times.

Pray for a good match at Kumano Sanzan

Kumano Hayatama Taisha Shrine is easily accessible among the Kumano Sanzan. It is said that the reason it is located on flat land that is easy to visit is because the gods came down to pray for children and the elderly. It's quite a sight to see, including the beautiful vermilion shrine gate and worship hall.

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Impressed by the best rice terraces in Japan!

From the observation deck, you can see a magnificent view of the rice terraces! Approximately 400 years ago, there were 2,240 fields. Rice is still being cultivated today, and you can enjoy the scenery of the Satoyama lifestyle.

At the end of the journey,
At a hot spring with a retro Showa atmosphere

A quiet hot spring in the mountains that welcomes you with a nostalgic smell. You can enjoy the atmosphere of hot springs in the salt hot springs fed directly from the source. There is also a trolley train on the premises that gives you a feeling of the Showa era.