Nachikatsuura is famous for the World Heritage Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountains, its rich hot spring resources and fresh tuna. This course is designed for you to enjoy the Katsuura Hot Springs through the footbaths, the magnificent sights of the sea and the tuna market at the port. Come fill yourself with the attractions born and raised by the majestic waters of the Kuroshio Sea and a year-round mild climate.
Around Mt. Nachi in Nachikatsuura are found several World Heritage Sites that you can walk to, including Kumano Nachi Grand Shrine, one of the “Kumano-Sanzan” or “three shrines of Kumano”. The mysterious landscape that emperors and others traveled over 1,000 years ago in hopes of redemption remains intact today and gently soothes the minds of travelers.
Shingu grew long ago as the doorway to Kumano Hayatama Grand Shrine, one of the World Heritage “Kumano-Sanzan” or “three shrines of Kumano”. Also, legend has it that an emissary from China named Jofuku came long ago to this land in search of an elixir of youth. The ancient culture of Japan is adrift with these intriguing episodes from other worlds.
Taiji was the cradle of time-honored whaling in Japan. For over 400 years, they have maintained the tradition of modern whaling. The history of Japanese whaling can be seen at the Whaling Ship and Taiji Whale Museum. Come probe the culture of a town that has learned to love and coexist with these mammoths of the sea.
Hot Springs and Sightseeing by the Sea Course
