Tomogashima Island: Military Ruins and a “Castle in the Sky”?
On the Kitan Strait just north of Wakayama City is the small island cluster of Tomogashima. While you may think
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Creepy or Cute? The Dolls of Awashima Shrine
Near the border of Wakayama and Osaka Prefecture the famous Awashima Shrine. Why is it famous? For centuries, people from
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Wakayama Castle, The Castle of the Sleeping Tiger
It probably comes as no surprise, but Wakayama City’s most popular attraction is Wakayama Castle. Though not as popular as
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Kimiidera Temple, Top Pick for Sakura in Wakayama
Kimiidera Temple is located roughly 50 km south of Osaka City. In addition to being part of the Saigoku Kannon
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