Wakayama Day Trip: A Full Day of Fun from Morning to Night

On July 2, 2024, I went on a day trip to Shirahama Town in Wakayama Prefecture. From early morning to night, I had a fulfilling day. Flight Information ✈️ 🛫Outbound: JL213, Departing Haneda at 07:20 - Arriving at Nanki-Shirahama at 08:35 🛬Return: JL218, Departing Nanki-Shirahama at 18:35 - Arriving at Haneda at 19:45 1️⃣ Sandanbeki (Cave) 🏞️ The first place I visited was the famous cliff 'Sandanbeki' on the Shirahama coast. The magnificent rock wall stretches about 2 kilometers towards the sea, and I was overwhelmed by its power. At the base of the rock wall, there is a 36-meter-deep cave formed by sea erosion, which can be explored by descending an elevator. I was impressed by the mystical space created by the power of nature. 2️⃣ Senjojiki 🌅 Next, I visited 'Senjojiki.' The waves have eroded the sandstone, creating a vast rock formation with the area of a thousand tatami mats. The unique terrain and the expansive view are truly spectacular, and the sunset over the Pacific Ocean is so beautiful that it has been selected as one of Japan's top 100 sunsets. I was captivated by the contrast of the sky and sea dyed by the sunset. 3️⃣ Shirarahama 🏖️ Shirarahama is a beach famous for its white quartz sand and hot springs. It has a friendly relationship with Waikiki Beach in Hawaii, and its beauty is well-known. Although the official swimming season starts next week, the beach was already bustling with many people, giving a sense of the arrival of summer. 4️⃣ Fisherman's Wharf 🍣🍺 After getting tired of walking, I enjoyed a platter of fresh seafood sashimi at 'Fisherman's Wharf.' The combination of plump sashimi and cold beer was the best, and it blew away the fatigue of the trip. I had a blissful time enjoying the local flavors. 5️⃣ Adventure World 🐼🐯🐬 The last place I visited was 'Adventure World.' Inside the park, I encountered animals that are rarely seen, such as giant pandas, white tigers, and dolphins. The dolphin show was particularly spectacular, and I was thrilled by the dolphins' elegant performance. My heart was healed by interacting with the animals. ☀️This day trip to Wakayama was a fulfilling day from morning to night, fully enjoying the beauty of nature, interaction with animals, and delicious food. I would like to visit again.❤️