Wakayama City Shrines

Awashima Shrine blends ocean views, colorful dolls, and spiritual rituals tied to women’s health, with a legendary Hina Nagashi ceremony each March in coastal Wakayama.

Kishu Toshogu Shrine stuns with vivid red gates, intricate carvings, Edo-style halls, and a vibrant festival each May in scenic Wakanoura Bay, blending culture, history, and tradition.