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Things to see in Wakayama (Japan): 24 places and when to go
Wakayama is a city in Japan with around 440,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 24 places in and around it, mainly Nature (14), Mountains (14), Museums and art (4). The best known are Wakayama Castle, Sumoto Castle and Mount Izumi Katsuragi. The best time to come is April to May and October; also possible: November to March and June to September. In June there are 14 h 16 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 44. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Japan · 34.2231, 135.1677
- Population
- About 440,000
- Places
- 24 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (14) · Mountains (14) · Museums and art (4) · History (2) · Architecture (1) · Temples (1)
- Best time
- April to May and October.
- Also possible
- November to March and June to September.
- Nearest airport
- KIX Osaka, 24 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Mount Izumi Katsuragi, at 858 m.
What to see in Wakayama
The places in and around Wakayama, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Wakayama CastleFortification616 m
- Sumoto CastleBuilding in Sumoto, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan27 km
- Mount Izumi KatsuragiMountain in Ōsaka and Wakayama prefecture, Japan28 km
- Sky Gate Bridge RRoad-railway bridge connects Kansai International Airport and Rinku Town25 km
- Wakayama Prefectural MuseumBuilding in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan404 m
- Itakiso shrineShrine in Wakayama, Wakayama7.9 km
- Mount RyūmonMountain in Kinokawa, Wakayama prefecture, Japan22 km
- Wakayama City MuseumMuseum in Wakayama, Wakayama, Japan1.2 km
- Wakayama Prefecture Kii-fudoki-no-oka Museum of Archaeology and FolkloreMuseum in Wakayama, Wakayama, Japan5.7 km
- Wakayama Prefectural Museum of Natural HistoryArchive organization in Kainan, Japan7.5 km
- Mount FudatateMountain in Misaki, Ōsaka and Wakayama, Wakayama prefecture, Japan7.4 km
- Hachimaki YamaSummit9.9 km
- Hirami YamaSummit18 km
- Kagamiishi YamaMountain in Japan13 km
- Senba YamaMountain in Japan15 km
- Mount ManaitaishiMountain in Hannan and Misaki, Ōsaka prefecture and Wakayama, Wakayama prefecture, Japan10 km
- Washiga MineMountain in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan16 km
- Mount NagusaSummit5.0 km
- Wakayama Castle Park ZooZoo in Wakayama, Japan649 m
- Mount BondenMountain in Sennan, Ōsaka and Kinokawa, Wakayama prefecture, Japan19 km
- Mount DaifukuMountain in Misaki, Ōsaka and Wakayama, Wakayama prefecture, Japan9.6 km
- Mount TakamoriMountain in Misaki, Sennan district, Ōsaka and Wakayama, Wakayama prefecture, Japan11 km
- Unzan PōMountain in Wakayama, Wakayama and Hannan, Ōsaka prefecture, Japan11 km
- Senshū OnsenHot spring bath25 km
When to go to Wakayama
The best time to visit Wakayama is April to May and October; also possible: November to March and June to September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:57
- FebPossible10:46
- MarPossible11:45
- AprBest time12:52
- MayBest time13:47
- JunPossible14:16
- JulPossible14:04
- AugPossible13:17
- SepPossible12:12
- OctBest time11:07
- NovPossible10:11
- DecPossible9:44
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 16 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 44. In April, 24 of the 24 places are at their best.
When to go to Japan in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Wakayama
The nearest main airport is Kansai International Airport (KIX, Osaka), 24 km as the crow flies. How to get around Japan (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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- Himeji18 places81 km
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And all of Japan, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Wakayama?
The best known: Wakayama Castle, Sumoto Castle, Mount Izumi Katsuragi, Sky Gate Bridge R, Wakayama Prefectural Museum. In all, 24 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Wakayama?
April to May and October; also possible: November to March and June to September. In June there are 14 h 16 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 44.
How do you get to Wakayama?
The nearest main airport is Kansai International Airport (KIX), 24 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Wakayama as the destination and these 24 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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