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Nachi Taisha - Kumano Kodo
Katherine MooreNachi Taisha with its waterfall and pagoda is one of the 3 sacred shrines of Kumano in the Kii Mountains - and probably the most..
Kumano Nachi Taisha
The Kumano Nachi Taisha is a Shinto shrine and part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed holy sites and pilgrimage routes in the Kii Mountains of Japan. The Kumano Kodo Route connects it with other sites of the same classification, mainly in Wakayama Prefecture This is the perfect area for hiking enthusiasts.
Notice
The pagoda is undergoing repainting and hence behind scaffolding. The work is expected to last until end of December 2024.
The shrine is part of a large complex of neighboring religious sites that illustrate the amalgamation of Buddhist and Shinto influences that is characteristic of the Kumano region. The site also has the highest waterfall in Japan. The 133 meter high Nachi no Taki still impresses many travelers with its strength and natural beauty.
Overview
Address
1 Nachisan, Nachikatsuura, Higashimuro District, Wakayama 649-5301 (Map) (Directions)Price
Free
Phone Number
0735-55-0321Website
General Amenities
- Prayer rooms
What's unique
- UNESCO World Heritage Site
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