Title: Things to Do in Kawayu Onsen in 2026 | Expedia.com [Kawayu Onsen Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Kawayu-Onsen.dx3000757506)[Hotels in Kawayu Onsen](https://expedia.com/Kawayu-Onsen-Hotels.d3000757506.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Car Rentals in Kawayu Onsen](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Kawayu-Onsen.d3000757506.Car-Rental-Guide)[Kawayu Onsen Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Kawayu-Onsen.d3000757506.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Kawayu Onsen ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Kawayu Onsen Types of activities [Kawayu Onsen Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Kawayu-Onsen.dx3000757506) ![Rotenburo (open air bath) of Hotel Urashima in Nachikatsuura, Wakayama prefecture, Japan. Facing the Pacific Ocean, it is located inside a large natural cave that has been eroded by the sea.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000757506/d69fdb6b-a9eb-4c65-b244-8d831ee00471.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000757506/d69fdb6b-a9eb-4c65-b244-8d831ee00471.jpg) by [663highland](https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/user:663highland) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.5](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5)) ![Rotenburo (open air bath) of Hotel Urashima in Nachikatsuura, Wakayama prefecture, Japan. Facing the Pacific Ocean, it is located inside a large natural cave that has been eroded by the sea.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000757506/d69fdb6b-a9eb-4c65-b244-8d831ee00471.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000757506/d69fdb6b-a9eb-4c65-b244-8d831ee00471.jpg) by [663highland](https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/user:663highland) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.5](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5)) ![Hotel Urashima, Nachikatsuura, Wakayama prefecture, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000757506/08a0ab9e-861b-4fc5-b5a9-3267f5adbf54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000757506/08a0ab9e-861b-4fc5-b5a9-3267f5adbf54.jpg) by [663highland](https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/user:663highland) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.5](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5)) ![Rotenburo (open air bath) of Hotel Urashima in Nachikatsuura, Wakayama prefecture, Japan. Facing the Pacific Ocean, it is located inside a large natural cave that has been eroded by the sea.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000757506/a72d83d6-27fc-4974-8924-0f7695f7c889.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000757506/a72d83d6-27fc-4974-8924-0f7695f7c889.jpg) by [663highland](https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/user:663highland) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.5](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5)) --- --- ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_3000757506) ## Recommended things to do in Kawayu Onsen | Number of things to do | 13 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Wakayama: Sacred Journey to Kumano Hayatama and Kamikura](/things-to-do/wakayama-sacred-journey-to-kumano-hayatama-and-kamikura.a51079370.activity-details): $134 | | Top 5 things to do | [Wakayama: Sacred Journey to Kumano Hayatama and Kamikura](/things-to-do/wakayama-sacred-journey-to-kumano-hayatama-and-kamikura.a51079370.activity-details)[Wakayama: Kumano Kodo Sacred Walk to Nachi in Heian Attire](/things-to-do/wakayama-kumano-kodo-sacred-walk-to-nachi-in-heian-attire.a51822384.activity-details)[Wakayama: Kumano Nachi Taisha, Seiganto-ji & Waterfall Tour](/things-to-do/wakayama-kumano-nachi-taisha-seiganto-ji-waterfall-tour.a51073364.activity-details)[Wakayama: Kumano Kodo Sacred Walk to Nachi’s Sacred Sites](/things-to-do/wakayama-walk-daimon-zaka-to-nachis-sacred-sites.a51077699.activity-details)[Cuisine of Nachikatsuura and Kumano](/things-to-do/cuisine-of-nachikatsuura-and-kumano.a50697491.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | | ## What to do in Kawayu Onsen --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Kawayu Onsen? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Kawayu Onsen ![Japanese woman wearing traditional Heian Period costume at the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Route in Wakayama prefecture of Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6225063/db5b32fc-40da-4f8c-a1a3-5bac52c7fb01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kumano Nachi Taisha Shrine 4.5/5(4 reviews) You can find out about the history of Nachikatsuura with a stop at Kumano Nachi Taisha Shrine. Wander the parks and riverfront while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Kumano-Nachi-Taisha-Shrine-Nachikatsuura.d6225063.Vacation-Attraction) ![View of the Seigantoji temple pagoda and Na-chi falls, wakayama, japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771132/dca21593-c28f-4695-9a13-665c473768c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seigantoji Temple Seigantoji Temple is just one of the places to see in Nachikatsuura, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks and riverfront while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Seigantoji-Temple-Nachikatsuura.d553248621532771132.Vacation-Attraction) #### Nachi Waterfall 5/5(4 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Nachi Waterfall during your travels in Nachikatsuura. Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs. [](https://expedia.com/Nachi-Waterfall-Nachikatsuura.d6225055.Vacation-Attraction) #### Katsuura Fishing Market You can do some window-shopping at Katsuura Fishing Market during your visit to Kumotori Onsen. Wander the seaside or discover the area's hot springs. [](https://expedia.com/Katsuura-Fishing-Market-Nachikatsuura.d649924192223027200.Vacation-Attraction) #### Daitaiji Temple Daitaiji Temple is just one of the places to see in Nachikatsuura, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's hot springs. [](https://expedia.com/Daitaiji-Temple-Nachikatsuura.d553248621584952157.Vacation-Attraction) #### Daimon-zaka Slope Learn about the local history of Nachikatsuura when you take a trip to Daimon-zaka Slope. Discover the area's hot springs and mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Daimon-Zaka-Slope.d917534020265517056.Destination-Travel-Guides) #### Fudarakusanji Temple Fudarakusanji Temple is just one of the places to see in Nachikatsuura, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the seaside or discover the area's hot springs. [](https://expedia.com/Fudarakusanji-Temple-Nachikatsuura.d6225059.Vacation-Attraction) #### Hirou Shrine After visiting Hirou Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nachikatsuura. Discover the area's hot springs and mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Hirou-Shrine-Nachikatsuura.d553248621532771134.Vacation-Attraction) #### Myohosan Mountain Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Myohosan Mountain during your travels in Nachikatsuura. Wander the riverfront and parks while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Myohosan-Mountain-Nachikatsuura.d553248621580782446.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Kawayu Onsen ![Japan, Wakayama Prefecture, Nacikatsuura, Nachisanseigantoji Temple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139809/8467170b-8b03-415f-b352-08cb94922dae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nachikatsuura ![Rotenburo (open air bath) of Hotel Urashima in Nachikatsuura, Wakayama prefecture, Japan. Facing the Pacific Ocean, it is located inside a large natural cave that has been eroded by the sea.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000757506/d69fdb6b-a9eb-4c65-b244-8d831ee00471.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5) by [663highland](https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/user:663highland) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.5](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5)) ### Kumotori Onsen ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kawayu Onsen worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Kawayu Onsen? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Kawayu Onsen? ### Is three days enough to stay in Kawayu Onsen? ### Is Kawayu Onsen a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Kawayu Onsen with kids? ### What to do in Kawayu Onsen for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Kawayu Onsen?