Time zone
GMT +09:00
No time difference
Currency
Japanese Yen
1PHP = 2.52JPY
Official languages
Japanese
Best time to visit
OCT - APR
Cooler temperatures, ideal for exploring historical sites.
Recommended trip duration
2 days
Top things to do in Wakayama
₱ 1,390
Retail: ₱ 3,575
Wakayama/Shirahama: Kishi Station Cat Stationmaster Train Experience, Shirahama Senjojiki, and Sandanbeki Cliff One-Day Tour from Osaka
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English guided
Free cancellation
(194) • 2K+ booked
₱ 3,670
【Departing from Osaka Namba】Wakayama Shirahama One-Day Tour: Wakayama Castle・Toretore Market・Shirahama Beach・Sandanbeki Cliffs・Senjojiki
Free cancellation
(5) • 50+ booked
₱ 3,754
Klook's choice
Wakayama Castle x Kuroshio Market x Nara Deer Park x Todai-ji
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(163) • 3K+ booked
₱ 3,674
Klook's choice
₱ 7,944
Mount Koya Wakayama & Nachi Waterfall Private Day Tour
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Private tour
English guided
(4)
₱ 47,667
Wakayama Cat Stationmaster Kishi Station Train Experience & Kuroshio Market & Rinku Premium Outlets or Transfer to Kansai Airport
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English guided
Free cancellation
(5) • 100+ booked
₱ 4,171
Wakayama: Mt. Koya & Nachi Falls Full-Day Private Tour
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Instant confirmation
₱ 69,216
Wakayama Full-Day Private Tour: Koyasan & Nachi Falls
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Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
₱ 67,031
Toji Garden Kumanogawa-yu TOJI Retreat (Wakayama)
English guided
Morning departure
Up to 3 hrs
₱ 5,164
Wakayama: Private Custom Tour with Local Guide
Private tour
English guided
Private group
₱ 23,833
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Koyasan & Nachi Falls Full-Day Private Tour with Shojin Ryori
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English guided
Free cancellation
₱ 62,066
Transport in Wakayama
₱ 4,684
Retail: ₱ 4,767
₱ 6,440
₱ 1,672
From
₱ 1,880
JR Osaka - Nagoya 'Ise-Kumano-Wakayama Area Pass
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Instant confirmation
(422) • 7K+ booked
₱ 6,554
Mahoroba Train Ticket (Osaka to Nara/Wakayama)
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₱ 1,021
Hotels in Wakayama
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Reviews of Wakayama activities
Ho *******
2026-06-28 13:06:16
When I bought the Kansai Wide Area Pass (5 days), I discovered this package, which practically includes the Wakayama Enjoy Pass for free. The Wakayama Enjoy Pass is easy to redeem and offers great value. I redeemed it for a hotel cake set 🍰, a ramen set 🍜, and the Shirahama Marine Tower 🐟🐠. There were actually other even better value options, but due to my itinerary and interests, I made these choices, and the food quality was also excellent 👍🏻. If your itinerary includes Wakayama, don't miss this pass, and you have a week to redeem it. The Kansai Wide Area Pass allowed me to travel between Wakayama City, Shirahama, and Kushimoto, then return to Osaka, and also visit Lake Biwa and Himeji Castle. It's an incredibly valuable rail pass 🙏🏻
WOOI *********
2026-06-23 00:27:53
thanks for the great experience! we had fun with the tour - time and itinerary are well arranged, according to plan. Tour Lead Guide are friendly and helpful. And the scenery at the cliff are amazing! highly recommended for those who love beaches
Gabriel *
2026-03-25 15:03:25
The itinerary was good and we enjoyed all the stops ourselves. The driver/guide was friendly but there was no guided tour, it was pretty much a transportation service with minimal communication.
Klook客路用户
2026-06-04 04:00:08
I highly recommend this tour, which covers both natural landscapes and historical sites. Our driver and guide, Li Xiang, managed the time perfectly, allowing ample time to explore each location. We spent 1 hour and 50 minutes at the Tore Tore Market. The Senjojiki rock formations were absolutely stunning on a clear day, and the panoramic 360-degree view of Wakayama City from Wakayama Castle's main keep was fantastic. We had a great time. These attractions would be difficult to reach by public transport, making this one-day tour excellent value for money.
Klook User
2026-05-11 10:35:31
I had an amazing time with my guide, Kimi! Kimi was super knowledgeable and sweet during the tour, and was extremely engaging with my friend and I (we did a private tour for 2). We went to the tour knowing very little about the cultural significance aside from what we read online and finished a tour with a newfound appreciation for the Nachisan area. It is an understatement how much I enjoyed myself on this tour and I highly reccommend everyone to book this tour if they are going to see the nachi falls! Aside from the amazing guide, the tour company was also very responsive, providing email updates on who to contact and where to meet, making it very easy to find our guide on the day itself.
John ******
2026-05-23 02:18:01
It was great to see a part of Japan that wasn't touristy and would have been difficult to access without a personal driver. Our guide was great and extremely sweet. She did not speak fluent English but was still very helpful and got us arouns safe. We highly recommend this tour if you would like to see a part of Japan that has more locals than tourist!
Klook User
2026-03-23 00:43:34
Great tour Koyasan is so peaceful and beautiful. A highlight of my trip.Highly recommend.
Klook 用戶
2026-06-22 12:57:10
If you plan to explore the Northern Kansai region, this pass is a must-buy, as it covers all reserved seats without any additional charges. We used this single pass for our trips to Maizuru, Amanohashidate, Fukuchiyama, Yumura Onsen, Kinosaki Onsen, and Kobe before returning to Osaka! It's incredibly cost-effective for a two-day trip to Amanohashidate and the surrounding area!
Price: Excellent value for money
Included Transportation Services: The two-day pass for Amanohashidate covers all train, boat, and cable car fares for a short period, allowing you to save time and fully experience Amanohashidate.
Pass Coverage Area: Valid throughout Northern Kansai, though you might not be able to visit everything.
Redemption Instructions: You can exchange your voucher and reserve seats directly at the JR station in Kansai Airport, where Chinese-speaking staff are available. Service begins at 5:30 AM!
Seat Reservation Process: You can reserve your reserved seats later at JR station automatic ticket machines or by speaking with staff at the JR ticket counter.
jennifer *******
2026-07-08 12:01:54
The Kansai–Hiroshima Pass is definitely worth it. It includes the sightseeing bus that lets you hop on and off at Hiroshima's major attractions, which saved me both time and money while exploring the city. I do feel that one day isn't enough to fully experience Hiroshima, as there are many more places worth visiting. The pass also offers excellent value because it can be used on JR lines to travel to other destinations within its coverage
Wakayama at a glance
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What to know before visiting Wakayama
Quick snapshot of Wakayama and what to expect
Wakayama draws most bookings for attraction passes and guided tours, and demand has a strong seasonal pulse through the year. Klook data show the city peaks in August with a big rise in visitor activity, while January is the quietest month. This rhythm makes Wakayama a mix of easy sightseeing options and tour-led experiences that swell in summer.
Best months to visit and how prices move
The busiest month is August, and demand drops to its lowest in January. Klook pricing typically hits its lowest point in July and rises toward spring, with March recorded as one of the priciest months. If you want smaller crowds and lower prices, aim for July or the quieter winter months; for peak-season atmosphere and the liveliest tour options, visit in August. Prices and demand largely move together around mid-year—higher activity in late summer comes with higher typical prices.
Tips for travellers from the Philippines
Most travellers from the Philippines book flexible, short-lead trips for Wakayama, with typical bookings made very close to travel dates and some early bookings around a week ahead. If your schedule is flexible, many experiences can be arranged at short notice, but for popular dates in August consider securing attraction passes or guided tours earlier. Use Klook to compare available passes and tours and lock in the options that fit your travel days.
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