Nanki Shirahama
 
Town and Nanki and Shirahama to which Mikata was enclosed by sea.
Shirahama with objet of grand nature and an old history shows a different expression whenever visiting, and wakes up new impression.
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SHIRARAHAMA BEACH

 

Shirarahama Beach is located in Kanayamawan bay. This beach extends some 600meters along the shallow waters of the bay. Consisting of 90 percent quartz, the sand is literally pure white. During the summer the beach is lined with palm trees. This gives the beach an atmosphere of a tropical resort.

 

SENJOJIKI

 
Sstretching out into the Pacific Ocean this soft, sandy rock dates from the Tetiary period and was formed by years and years of erosion. Thtes enormous peotrusion looks like a huge tatani mat. A beartiful sight to see.

 
SENJOJIKI

 
ENGETSU ISLET

 

 

ENGETSU ISLET

 
Located south, just off the coast of Rinkai inlet is a small island. 130 meters in length form north to south, 35 meters in width and is 25 meters in height. The island's offical name is Takashima. Because of eroding, the center of the island has an opening that resembles a full moon. Today, because of the resemblance people refer to the island as the Engetuto. During the summer and winter sunsets, the silhouette of the Engetuto is an example of nature's beauty. 


SANDANBEKI

 
50 meters in height these breath-taking cliffs can be foundon the south shore of Senjojiki, Long, long ago, thsees cliffswere used as a look-out point from which swarms of fish andpassing ships were easily spotted. The face of the cliffsextends 2km from south to north. There is where one of nature's spectacular sights can be seen. The cean's black current unleashing wave after wave and sending them creashing up against the cliff.

SANDANBEKI

HEISOGEN PARK

HEISOGEN PARK

 
This park is found on top of a plateau from where a full panorama of the city streets can be enjoyed. On the lush, green park grounds can be found rows of cheery trees and a plum garden, not to mention seasonal flowers blossoming year round. Around the perimeter of the park runs a 2 km fieldathetic course. The natural obstacle course made from logs and rope is a fun challenge for the entire family. 


Leisure facilities
ADVENTURE WORLD

ADVENTURE WORLD

 
This one million-square meter adventure kingdom houses more than 200 wild animals in it safari park. You can relax in the comfort and safery of your minitrain as the animals approach. There are various performances throughout the day such as "Orca"the killer whale show. This is the place where the fun never stops. The fet coaster and other rides are under the dome. Even on rainy days the adventure never stops.


GLASS BOTTOMBOAT

 
The boats depart from the shore at Rinkai. The tour lasts about 30 minutes. The boat's glass bottom allow you to witness the many mysteries of th deep. There is a mermaid performance, too. 

GLASS BOTTOMBOAT

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SHIRAHAMA ENERGY LAND

 
Shirahama Energy Land is an amusement spot that you can learn about the relationship between the earth and the natural energy sources while playing around at this park. A simulation theater "Jurassic Tour", the eeats will move accordingly with the screenas if you are really traveling through the age of Dinosours in breathless excitement. "Earthquake corne", you can experience the fear of a earthquake. "Mystery Zone","Parallel World", there are many tricks they disigned by using an illusion to bring you into another dimension in which you have never gone befor. Let's open the door to mysterious world! 


SIGHT-SEEING FLIGHT

 
Shirahama, the hot springs capital is the central location for this cessna. From Shirahama this cesssna has 4 routes from which to choose. It files as far north to Hinomisaki, and as far south to Shinomisaki. The aerial view of the Nanki area is quite a spectacular sight to see.

SIGHT-SEEING FLIGHT

TENNIS&GOLE

TENNIS&GOLE

 
Located in the Kansai are,this exquisite resor is fully equipped for day or nighttime play. Exeperience the freedom.


OBSERVATORY IN THE SEA

 
It is Underwater Observatory that becomes feelings like strolling in bottom of the sea. 

OBSERVATORY IN THE SEA

FISHING

FISHING

 
The Shirahama sea is a treasure chest. Blessed with an abundance of defferent ocean delights, relax and enjoy fishing from shore or off a boat. 


Museum and material pavilion
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GOLDEN TEMPLES

 
Here you will find a replica of Kyoto's famous golden temple. The still waters of the nearby pond reflect the bearty of the temple creating an added dimension of peace and tranquility. 


SHIRAHAMA MUSEUM

 
Here you will find a replica of Kyoto's famous golden temple. The still waters of the nearby pond reflect the bearty of the temple creating an added dimension of peace and tranquility. There is a Shinto shrine where a harmonious married couple and the many
children have the profit to be near.

SHIRAHAMA MUSEUM

AQUARIUM

AQUARIUM

 
Attached to the Seto Marine Biological Laboratory of Kyoto University, exhibiting a variery of marine invertebrates in particular with English descripions. 


FOLKLORE MUSEUM

 
This museum recounts both the benifits and the historical backgrounds of the city's spas, lndigenous to the area are cedar and cypress trees. Surrounded by the scent of cedar, you can sample relicsor watch the video pressentation on the history of hot springs. 

FOLKLORE MUSEUM

HONKAKUJI

HONKAKUJI

 
From the Edo period and onward the buddhist priets have collected more than 1000 rare seashells. Another name for this temple is seashell temple. This temple was named after a seashell which was discovered in Shirahama. 


MINAKATA KUMAGUSU MEMORIAL MUSEUM 

 
The scholar in it was in Japan "Minacata" and the world was made to turn around, and it devoted to the scholar of opposition through life. A lot of footprints have been left for astronomy, mineralogy, and the religion study, etc.
 

MINAKATA KUMAGUSU MEMORIAL MUSEUM