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Universal Studios Japan
There are thrilling rides themed around Hollywood's superstar movies, fantastic performances by popular cartoon characters, and more, so everyone can have fun! Featuring the world's first Nintendo theme park, experience the world of Super Mario in an immersive way! Festive limited parades and float tours! Everyone is a protagonist in this enthusiastic parade where everyone is full of passion and vigor! Universal Studios Japan (“USJ”) in Osaka is one of the world's five Universal Studios theme parks, which opened for business in 2001 and is a classic and wonderful world of fun in the hearts of many visitors. It is similar in design to Universal Studios Orlando in the U.S., with popular parks such as Jurassic Park, Hollywood, and Waterworld, and more than 60 fun-filled attractions. With these attractions, you can enjoy a day of fun and entertainment at Universal Studios Japan. Universal Studios Japan is also home to popular themed IP parks such as “Super Nintendo World (Mario/Super Mario)”, “Minion Park” and “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter”. Whether it's interacting with the minions, riding on Mario Kart, or traveling through the Wizarding World of Hogwarts, it's an unforgettable experience that is full of excitement. △“Super Nintendo World” is the world's first Nintendo theme park built by Nintendo in cooperation with Universal Studios Japan. With the globally popular Super Mario as the protagonist, the game's Kuba Castle, Princess Brigitte's Castle, and the Mushroom Kingdom are reproduced 1:1 in a super-realistic way, providing immersive experiences of the world of Super Mario! △The “Freeze Ray Sliders” and “Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem” will get you involved in a huge farce and heat wave with the minions! The Minions have finally fulfilled their ambitions! All of humanity will be a part of the mayhem at the Minion Park! △Embracing a variety of areas with unique characteristics, wonderment and surprise, Universal Studios Japan covers a whole spectrum of world-class entertainment through thrilling rides and shows themed on blockbuster Hollywood movies, as well as seasonal events for all ages to enjoy. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ will reproduce the world from the Harry Potter™ stories, bringing it to life on a phenomenal scale at Universal Studios Japan.Osaka · 83.7 km from Yura
Shirasaki Observatory
Yura · 5 km from downtown
Dojoji Temple
Hidakagawa · 7.2 km from Yura
Enjugahama
Mihama · 7.4 km from Yura
"Umi no Sato" Michisio no Yu
Hidaka · 3.7 km from Yura
Kuroshio Market
Kuroshio Market is located on the seaside of Wakayama City. It is a good place to eat seafood. The Kuroshio Market covers an area of 13,000 square meters. In addition to selling a variety of fresh fish, there are also a variety of Wakayama local specialties, such as seafood. , plums, and soy sauce, so this is a good place to buy specialties. There will be a live "tuna disintegration show" in the market at noon every day, and many gourmets will come here specially to taste fresh black tuna sashimi. In addition, purchased fish and shellfish products can be immediately processed into sashimi, so you can enjoy delicious seafood on the spot.Wakayama City · 22.3 km from Yura
Osaka Castle Park
Osaka Castle Park is located in the center of Osaka. The iconic view in the park is Osaka Castle tower, along with Nishinomaru Garden where you can enjoy seasonal flowers and Osaka Castle Plum Grove. It also has well-equipped public facilities such as a softball field, outdoor music hall, and rugby/soccer field. Osaka Castle Park is lush with vegetation, and during the flower season, groups of visitors come to enjoy the scenery. Scenery varies with the seasons Osaka Castle Park is surrounded by various vegetation and planted with numerous trees. Cherry blossoms are everywhere in Nishinomaru Garden, and you can also enjoy night cherry blossoms in spring. The plum grove has thousands of plum trees with many varieties. There is also the peach garden in the north and the stunning red leaves of the memorial forest. Its ever-changing scenery throughout the seasons captivates countless travelers. Stone walls and moats The massive stone walls built with huge rocks are a symbol of the impregnable Osaka Castle of the Tokugawa shogunate. The moat is 70-90 m wide, with towering stone walls on both sides, often exceeding 20 m in height. Travelers visiting the site are all amazed by the grandeur of the architecture. Osaka Castle Main Tower (Osaka Castle Museum) The Osaka Castle Main Tower standing in the park is very famous. You can enjoy a panoramic view of the city from the top floor of Osaka Castle Main Tower. Other facilities Osaka Castle outdoor music hall and Osaka Castle gymnasium often host concerts. In addition, there are sports facilities such as an archery range and a dojo.Osaka · 89.1 km from Yura
Totsui Limestone Cave
Yura · 3.6 km from downtown
Ubuyu Beach
Hidaka · 6.6 km from Yura
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan is a large aquarium themed around the Pacific Ocean, with a visiting route designed as a journey "from land to the ocean depths": visitors first pass through the tunnel-shaped "Aqua Gate" tank, watching tropical fish swim overhead; then take a long escalator directly to the top floor, starting from the "Japanese forest" tank bathed in sunlight, where stream creatures can be found amid waterfall sounds and lush greenery; then descend floor by floor along a spiral ramp, circling the central "Pacific Ocean" tank and passing through exhibits of the Tasman Sea, Great Barrier Reef, Japan Trench and other marine areas. The same tank reappears at different floors, offering distinct perspectives from above, at eye level and below—the entire walk feels like diving around the Pacific. The aquarium houses over 600 species and tens of thousands of marine creatures. Its centerpiece is the "Pacific Ocean" tank, approx. nine meters deep with over 5,000 tons of water, where iconic whale sharks glide gracefully alongside large rays flapping their "wings" and swirling schools of silver fish. The "Tasman Sea" tank showcases agile spotted dolphins with dynamic swimming postures. The "Arctic Circle" exhibit recreates both ice surface and subglacial seawater across two levels, with ringed seals darting near the ice edges. In the dimly lit "Moon Jelly Galaxy," pulsating jellyfish resemble floating star clusters, making it a popular photo spot. Plan at least half a day for your visit, as crowds mainly gather around the central large tank. When walking down the ramp, pay attention to the medium and small tanks on both sides - exhibits like penguins and sea lions are scattered along the route and can be easily missed if hurried. The aquarium also features a touch pool where you can feel the skin of sharks and rays, a particularly worthwhile experience for families with children. △ [Gate of water] is like a transparent underwater tunnel, unveiling a blue world before you. △ [Tasman Sea] The white-sided dolphins are swimming dynamically in this pool. △ [Pacific Ocean] This aquarium is home to many creatures, including confidently swimming whale sharks and gracefully flapping manta rays.Osaka · 82.4 km from Yura
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Universal Studios Japan
Osaka · 83.7 km from YuraBook now for tomorrowShirasaki Observatory
Yura · 5 km from downtownDojoji Temple
Hidakagawa · 7.2 km from YuraEnjugahama
Mihama · 7.4 km from Yura"Umi no Sato" Michisio no Yu
Hidaka · 3.7 km from YuraKuroshio Market
Wakayama City · 22.3 km from YuraOsaka Castle Park
Osaka · 89.1 km from YuraTotsui Limestone Cave
Yura · 3.6 km from downtownUbuyu Beach
Hidaka · 6.6 km from YuraOsaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
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What travelers say about Yura
TW HamburgOctober 14, 2026
5.0
Full park but we managed to go too many attractions without a express pass due to single line ❤️ we went to Hogwarts castle 🏰 get in directly without queues- go to Nintendo without an pass @ 9.50 AM!!! Went to Juressic Park and que for 10min only !!! In the evening we had the see the Halloween zombie 🧟 show which was fun 🤩
Universal Studios Japan
@NanaNovember 5, 2023
5.0
The roadside station "Shirasaki Marine Park" is located almost in the center of the coast of Wakayama Prefecture, and the entire facility is surrounded by white limestone. The scenery, which has been written about in the Manyoshu since ancient times, has also been selected as one of the "100 Best Sunsets in Japan" and "100 Best Beaches in Japan," and you can get a panoramic view from the observation deck.
Shirasaki Observatory
今天下午吃早餐February 2, 2020
4.0
It is a very nice temple, with a good scale, beautiful architecture, good incense and many tourists.
Dojoji Temple
夜遊関西May 4, 2020
5.0
The Kuroshio Market, not far from Wakayama, is a classic tourist attraction. The tuna there is a specialty, fresher and cheaper than the Kuromon Market in Osaka. You can use the Kansai Pass and take the bus for free.
Kuroshio Market
_TI***skOctober 10, 2026
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StarryTripsOctober 7, 2026
5.0
Huge aquarium with helpful staff and is easy to navigate. The ticket prices were fair, and the array of creatures featured here was diverse; the whale sharks stole the show. The aquarium does get quite crowded around weekends and the holidays, so definitely plan in advance. This place should take about 2-3 hours to walk through. Overall the scenery was beautiful and the area it’s in is excellent for food and walking around.
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