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Have you ever thought, “I’m interested in Nanki Shirahama, but it seems inconvenient without a car…”? The truth is, Shirahama can be fully enjoyed using just public transportation!
Today, I’ll be introducing a “2-day, 1-night trip to Nanki Shirahama by bus,” a model itinerary I personally experienced as a paper driver. It’s packed with tips for transportation, tourist spots, and gourmet information, so be sure to check it out.
Access to Nanki Shirahama & Bus Travel Tips
Nanki Shirahama Airport is about an hour’s flight from Haneda Airport. Once you arrive at the airport, buses depart according to your flight’s arrival time, so you can rest assured.
A bus pass is recommended for sightseeing in Shirahama. You can purchase it online using the Jorudan Transit Guide app or on the bus.
- Unlimited rides for one day: ¥1,100
- Unlimited rides for two days: ¥1,600
Now, let’s introduce our actual itinerary!
This 2-day, 1-night trip to Shirahama is a relaxing and scenic route.
We’ll explore the second day with a 2-day bus pass that allows unlimited rides on Shirahama buses.
This is a 2-day, 1-night itinerary for those without a car (using public transportation).
This 2-day, 1-night trip to Shirahama is a relaxing and scenic route.
This is the plan for Day 2.
Nanki Shirahama Marriott Hotel ⇒ Shirarahama Beach ⇒ Kumano Sansha Shrine ⇒ Wakayama Ramen Lunch ⇒ Senjojiki Shotgun Wall ⇒ Toretore Market ⇒ Nanki Shirahama Airport
Relax at Shirarahama Beach
A five-minute walk from the hotel will take you to Shirarahama Beach, a stretch of pure white sand and blue ocean.
I’m in my fifties and don’t have the courage to swim alone in Japan (lol), so I just dipped my feet in the ocean and relaxed.
Power Spot! Shirahama Kumano Sansha Shrine
A 15-minute walk from Shirarahama Beach, head to Kumano Sansha Shrine.
Kumano Sansha Shrine is said to be a power spot in Shirahama.
When you draw your fortune slip, you’ll find a message that perfectly suits you right now…
Your luck in Shirahama is sure to improve!
What makes Wakayama ramen unique? Lunch at Marutaya, a popular Wakayama ramen restaurant.
Marutaya is a renowned Wakayama ramen restaurant.
This ramen features a pork bone soy sauce broth, thin noodles, and kamaboko (fish cake). In Wakayama, it’s called chuka soba (chuka noodles) rather than ramen.
I ordered the mackerel sushi “Hayasushi” and pork bone soy sauce “Chuka Soba,” which were featured on the TV show “Bananaman’s Sekakuna Gourmet!!” hosted by a famous Japanese comedian.
The ramen has a rich soup and straight noodles. The mackerel sushi is also light and delicious!
Senjojiki: A Scenic Spot
After leaving Wakayama Ramen Marutaya, take the bus to Senjojiki (pronounced: Senjojiki). Get off at the “Senjoguchi” bus stop and walk for 5 minutes.
As the name suggests, this is a spectacular spot with a vast rock formation that looks like a thousand tatami mats laid out.
The landscape of rugged rocks carved by the waves makes you feel as if you’re experiencing the Earth’s history.
Stunning cliff views! Sandanbeki
Sandanbeki is a 15-minute walk from Senjojiki.
The view of the blue ocean from the cliffs is truly breathtaking.
You can also take an elevator down to the cave, but since I’m afraid of heights, I was satisfied with just the observation deck (lol).
Ending the trip at Toretore Market
Nanki Shirahama Airport is small and only has one restaurant.
So, before heading home, I stopped off at Toretore Market for a final meal and beer.
I bought some pickled plums from Wakayama as a souvenir.
Nanki Shirahama is also recommended for solo travelers!
Shirahama is a place that can be easily enjoyed by bus, even if you don’t have a car.
In addition to sightseeing, there are plenty of hot springs and gourmet food, so it’s a great place to enjoy even on a solo trip.
Why not make Nanki Shirahama, which is easy to get to, your next travel destination?
\ Make Shirahama’s spectacular views and relaxation a part of your travel memories! /
