Time zone
GMT +09:00
No time difference
Currency
Japanese Yen
1DKK = 23.65JPY
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
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
(252) • 3K+ booked
kr 355
kr 148
Retail: kr 381
【Departing from Osaka Namba】Wakayama Shirahama One-Day Tour: Wakayama Castle・Toretore Market・Shirahama Beach・Sandanbeki Cliffs・Senjojiki
Free cancellation
(5) • 100+ booked
kr 381
kr 846
Wakayama Castle x Kuroshio Market x Nara Deer Park x Todai-ji
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(163) • 3K+ booked
kr 352
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
(6) • 100+ booked
kr 423
Mount Koya Wakayama & Nachi Waterfall Private Day Tour
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Private tour
English guided
(4)
kr 5,074
Klook's choice
Koyasan & Nachi Falls Full-Day Private Tour with Shojin Ryori
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
kr 5,946.30
TOJI no niwa Kumano-Kawayu hot spring therapy (Wakayama)
English guided
Morning departure
Up to 3 hrs
kr 495.00
Wakayama: Mt. Koya & Nachi Falls Full-Day Private Tour
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
kr 7,368
Wakayama: Private Custom Tour with Local Guide
Private tour
English guided
Private group
kr 2,537
kr 3,396.60
Transport in Wakayama
kr 507
kr 719
kr 178
kr 220
JR Osaka - Nagoya 'Ise-Kumano-Wakayama Area Pass
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Instant confirmation
(422) • 7K+ booked
kr 698
Mahoroba Train Ticket (Osaka to Nara/Wakayama)
Instant confirmation
kr 109
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Hotels in Wakayama
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kr 411.55
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kr 350.38
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HOTEL ROUTE-INN Grand WAKAYAMAEKI HIGASHI GUCHI
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kr 492.35
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kr 377.68
kr 402.23
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kr 347.40
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kr 203.54
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kr 485.55
Reviews of Wakayama activities
Subanake *********
2026-10-29 00:57:04
5-day JR Kansai WIDE Area Pass is an excellent choice for travellers who want to explore multiple destinations in western Japan while saving money on transportation. I purchased from Klook for ¥12,000 and received an e-voucher. At Kansai International Airport, I was able to scan the QR code at a green ticket vending machine to collect my physical pass, which was very convenient.
During my trip, I used the pass to visit Wakayama, Himeji, Kyoto, Kobe, Okayama, Nachi Falls, and Dojo-ji Temple in Gobo. It was especially useful for covering long-distance journeys.
I used the Limited Express Kuroshio, which requires reserved seating on certain services, on three separate days. The trains were comfortable, spacious, and very convenient for travelling longer distances.
On other days, I took the Nozomi Shinkansen to Himeji to visit Shoshazan Engyoji Temple and the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge at Maiko station.
Gavin ****
2026-07-04 13:09:24
definitely great value for money. the pass was easy to use and made the trip very enjoyable. you can buy the add on “limited” train ticket that does not require a change of train half way. I upgraded to the limited train on the outbound trip and took rhe regular trains back and it was just as easy. you literally just hop off one train, stay in the same platform and hop on the next to get back to the city. the unlimited bus ride in the mountains was fanatic too. just show driver the pass when you got off. saves a lot of money indeed. highly recommended.
Pamela ********
2026-10-24 07:15:02
Activated this pass when we had 5 days remaining in Osaka and used it well. Worth every penny, especially because we rode the shinkansen to Hiroshima and back for our day trip. Also went to airport area twice (had to go to Rinkutown) so that pass was so useful. Recommending this for travelers who would want to make the most of their 5 days in Kansai area!
TAVIS **********
2026-10-28 03:08:05
It is very convenient to use. Using the card version was convenient before, but the QR code version is even more convenient and much faster.
Ip ********
2026-08-04 23:44:11
The exchange counter at the Hong Kong Airport arrival hall was clearly marked and easier to find than expected. After receiving the paper voucher, I went to the JR counter at Kansai Airport to exchange it for the pass. The process was very smooth, and I also took the opportunity to reserve seats for the Kuroshio Limited Express at the counter. (Since the pass was activated the day after the exchange, if you want to reserve a specific seat before activation, you can only do so manually. Self-service ticket machines cannot process unactivated passes.) This pass offers excellent value for money, covering a wide area including Osaka, Wakayama, Shirahama, Shingu, and even as far as Nagoya. It's also valid for buses in the Kumano region. My only regret is that 5 days aren't enough to explore everything.
Lai **************
2026-11-05 10:10:01
Located just above the train station making arrivals at night flight convenient and hassle free. rooms and beds are nice. area is not at a busy part of Wakayama city so streets are not noisy. there is a 7 eleven at the station and a supermarket that sells local produce and snacks. Breakfast has a great spread.
kam *******
2026-05-19 10:45:12
The hotel's location is very convenient, close to Wakayama JR Station and connected to Kintetsu Department Store. The bus terminal downstairs makes it easy to take a bus to Kuroshio Market or other attractions. Mr. Cao, the front desk receptionist, was very friendly. We paid extra for breakfast, and the only thing to mention is that the breakfast was just average, not particularly delicious.
Trina ******
2026-10-12 07:29:00
We enjoyed our stay at this hotel. our room had a beautiful view of the castle and it was very clean and quiet, with a comfortable bed. It was on bus routes and only 20-25 min walk from the train station.
MA *******
2026-07-06 01:06:50
The hotel's location is convenient, just a 5-minute walk from the station. Although the hotel seems a bit old, everything else is great. The public bath, though small, is very unique, and they offer free popsicles and Yakult. There's also complimentary late-night ramen at 9:30 PM. I would choose this hotel again on my next visit to Wakayama.
Wakayama at a glance
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What to know before visiting Wakayama
What to do in Wakayama throughout the year
Wakayama draws most visitors for sightseeing and guided Tours, followed by Attraction passes for easy access to multiple sites; Klook booking data shows Tours and Attraction passes lead volume. Demand rises through late spring into summer, peaking in August, so summers bring the liveliest atmosphere and fuller itineraries while January and February are much quieter. For travellers from the Philippines this means choosing between the lively summer season for events and scenery or the peaceful winter months for lower crowds. Decide whether you want festival energy or relaxed sightseeing — Klook booking data helps you pick the timing.
Best months to visit Wakayama
Peak visitor numbers land in August while January is the quietest month, according to Klook booking data. Prices move across the year too: the cheapest typical price was in July at PHP 3,806, while March shows the priciest typical price at PHP 4,757; note that demand and price sometimes diverge — July is relatively busy yet offers the lowest typical price in the price window, whereas August is the demand peak with a higher median price. For lower prices with moderate crowds, aim for July or the quieter winter months; for peak-season atmosphere pick August.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | Very quiet | PHP 4,519 |
| February | Very quiet | PHP 4,222 |
| March | Quieter than usual | PHP 4,757 |
| April | About average | PHP 4,757 |
| May | Busier than usual | PHP 4,579 |
| June | Busier than usual | PHP 4,460 |
| July | Peak demand | PHP 3,806 |
| August | Peak demand | PHP 4,579 |
| September | Busier than usual | PHP 4,698 |
| October | Busier than usual | PHP 4,638 |
| November | Quieter than usual | PHP 4,579 |
| December | Very quiet | PHP 4,163 |
Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.
Tips for travellers from the Philippines
Most travellers here book very close to travel time, with bookings commonly made a day or two out, though the earliest planners book around eight days out, according to Klook booking data. That means you can be flexible with last-minute plans, but in the busiest months (July and August) it pays to lock in experiences earlier. Browse Attraction passes and Tours on Klook to compare options and secure the dates you want; the platform’s booking data suggests early booking for summer peak dates while everyday travel can often be arranged nearer the trip.
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