Around Minakata Kumagusu Memorial Museum × Recommended Hotel·Ryokan for family trips

In Nanki Shirahama, there is an architectural structure that stands out as if it were cut out from its surroundings. Hotel Kawakyu. A singular work that eschews similar styles and perfects its own unique world. That is why there exists a space that can never be experienced elsewhere.

Helping You Create Cherished Memories with Your Loved Ones Bask in the radiant sunlight, gaze at the azure sea, and stroll along dazzling white sandy beaches. Here, you will rediscover moments forgotten in the hustle of daily life. Experience heartfelt hospitality crafted with care in every detail. Savor an unparalleled moment of supreme bliss that can only be found here and now at Shiraraso Grand Hotel.

A resort condominium with all-suite rooms, located just an 8-minute walk from Shirarahama Beach. Each room is equipped with a kitchen, gas stove, cooking utensils, and features a Mirable Kitchen & Bath with microbubble technology. The VIP room on the 15th floor and the ocean-view high floors offer a panoramic view of Shirahama's sea, with luxurious white-themed interiors that enhance the ocean's colors. The pet floor allows stays with small dogs, making it a fun trip for everyone! Enjoy Shirahama sightseeing with the freedom of your stay, complemented by an on-site restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

At FIVE SPRING RESORT THE SHIRAHAMA, experience an extraordinary time with sophisticated design and exceptional hospitality. Enjoy a blissful all-inclusive resort life to your heart's content. <Additional paid options available>

Terrace Ampersand is a private, adult-only vacation house located in Shirahama, Wakayama. This luxurious accommodation features a sauna, open-air bath, and jacuzzi, accommodating up to 8 guests. In addition to four bedrooms, guests can enjoy a fully equipped kitchen and terrace BBQ. The property is non-smoking indoors (designated smoking area available outdoors), and children are not permitted.

A Shirahama Onsen Hotel with all rooms offering ocean views. Outside the window lies the expansive Shirarahama Beach, where you can witness breathtakingly beautiful sunsets. Enjoy two types of natural hot spring baths and meals featuring the abundant seafood and mountain produce of Kishu.

Each villa is equipped with a private pool and a natural open-air Onsen. Spend time in the pool while gazing out at the ocean before you, then soothe both body and mind in the natural hot spring. Enjoy a special time all to yourselves, without worrying about anyone else.Dog-friendly Rooms also feature a private dog run covered with natural grass. In this spacious private setting, your beloved dog can run freely, and the whole family can enjoy a memorable stay together.For this season, we offer a luxurious BBQ Plan featuring Wakayama’s renowned branded beef “Wakahana Beef” and “Kumano Beef.” Dining on fresh local ingredients while watching the sea glow at sunset or admiring a sky full of stars will be an unforgettable highlight of your trip.With convenient access to popular attractions such as Shirarahama Beach, Engetsuto Island, and Adventure World, we promise an exceptional relaxing getaway away from everyday bustle amid the beautiful scenery of Nanki-Shirahama.

Dog Hotel Shirahama is not just a hotel where you can stay with your dog, but a dog hotel designed for dogs to bring their families and enjoy a resort experience. Based on the concept of "the main star is the dog," it offers facilities and spaces carefully crafted to align with your dog's daily life, providing a place where dogs can truly refresh and strengthen their bond with their families.

We utilize the "Fujinoyu" hot spring source from Shirahama Onsen, one of Japan's three major hot springs.This mildly alkaline, low-salinity, high-temperature Onsen is gentle on the skin and effective for neuralgia and joint pain.Located just an 8-minute walk from Shirarahama Beach, it offers excellent accessibility.We welcome guests with local cuisine such as Kumano beef, crab, and other regional specialties, along with heartfelt hospitality.Please enjoy a special moment at the Crystal Ryokan Akariya.

A property featuring three types of open-air baths and delightful cuisine, located just a 3-minute walk from Sanjōjiki. A bus stop is conveniently situated right in front of the hotel, making it ideal for sightseeing and leisure. The space, crafted with Hinoki wooden and stone baths, exudes charm and provides relaxation. The Japanese-style rooms are equipped with beds, offering a blend of Japanese and Western atmospheres for your stay.

At a small Property limited to 8 groups per day, you can enjoy 100% natural flowing Onsen and private bathing. The cuisine, featuring local mountain and sea delicacies, especially Kue fish dishes, Wakayama's Kumano beef, and local seafood, is exceptional. All rooms share bathrooms and toilets, but the Onsen with a sulfur aroma provides full-body relaxation, and there is also an open-air bath to gaze at the stars.

A no meals included accommodation conveniently located for Shirahama sightseeing, just a 4-minute walk to Shirarahama Beach and a 2-minute walk to the bustling downtown area with many restaurants. All rooms are equipped with a toilet, bath, and sink, and most feature a kitchen (some rooms do not have kitchens). While this is a no meals included accommodation, there are numerous dining options nearby. Additionally, rooms with kitchens allow for simple cooking, enabling you to enjoy your stay in your preferred style. It’s about a 12-minute drive to Adventure World and around 10 minutes by car to Tore Tore Market, Sandanbeki Cliffs, and Engetsu Island—making it an ideal base for sightseeing and gourmet experiences. The rooms combine West Coast-inspired design with traditional Japanese elements like tatami mats. This unique blend is popular among families as well as international guests. Western-style rooms are also available. A place where you can relax at the end of your journey. Our friendly staff will warmly welcome you—whether you're unwinding in your room or sharing travel memories if time allows!

Enjoy an Onsen getaway with an open-air bath, two lounges where the whole family can relax, and a variety of guest rooms designed to soothe both body and mind.

Nanki-Shirahama Onsen is a historic hot spring featured in the Manyoshu and the Nihon Shoki. We take pride in our tatami-style baths designed with safety and comfort in mind, as well as open-air baths surrounded by nature. Enjoy premium services to your heart’s content, including a lavish buffet and a full range of in-Hotel Facilities.

My name is Musashi. Here, time flows gently. My mother's name is "Ryokan Kinjo-kan." It was renowned as a famous Ryokan often visited by Minakata Kumagusu, a great naturalist and folklorist born in Wakayama. Later, "Ryokan Kinjo-kan" relocated to Shirahama, and in Showa 25 (1950), I inherited the name "Ryokan Musashi" from my mother. Since then, I have cherished my mother's teachings and continue to uphold them to this day. While preserving the charm of the old and good, I have evolved with the times and will continue to welcome travelers in the future.

A stylish hotel with all rooms offering ocean views, standing on a gentle hill. Here, you can enjoy the sparkling sunshine and an abundance of seasonal flowers. Additionally, there is a warm and comfortable Onsen. A moment surrounded by many flowers and much happiness.

This is a large resort Ryokan characterized by spacious accommodations, offering relaxation and comfort while enjoying the ever-changing views of Kishu, the sea, and the mountains. You can experience the abundant natural Onsen of Shirahama, one of Japan's three great Onsen, through our own source-fed, free-flowing Onsen baths available in all large communal baths and open-air baths. Enjoy various baths, including a panoramic large communal bath with full glass walls overlooking the vast ocean below. From the open-air baths and large communal baths, you can listen to the sound of the sea breeze as background music, admire the beautiful sunset sinking into the horizon, and at night, see countless fishing lights reflecting on the dark sea.

A 3-minute walk from Shirarahama Beach. Nanki-Shirahama Marriott Hotel is perched on a hilltop with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. All rooms are 42 m² or larger, and you can enjoy a restaurant showcasing the flavors of Nanki and an open-air bath on the Hotel’s top floor. Experience refined spaces and warm hospitality unique to an international Hotel.

Just a 5-minute walk to "Shirarahama," a crescent-shaped white sand beach with emerald green waters, stunningly beautiful in both summer and winter. Enjoy not only the sea and Onsen but also the World Heritage Kumano Kodo, Adventure World, and more—an activity and nature-filled paradise! Mu offers condominium-style Rooms, perfect for groups or multi-generational family trips! Additionally, we have a large public bath with natural Shirarahama Onsen, famous for its beautifying properties. Relax and rejuvenate in the Onsen, and plan your next adventure for tomorrow! How about a leisurely and carefree journey?