Shirahama's Stunning Hot Spring Hotel!
by @byss1us_D@wnbr1ng3r
Jul 15, 2025
Perched on the cliffs of Shirahama in Wakayama, this hotel stands like an ancient poet gazing at the Pacific Ocean. From the sea-facing cave hot springs to the infinity pool floating on the horizon, every corner whispers the romance of Nanki Shirahama.
🌅Name: Kaiyu Shirahama
♨️Location: Shirahama-cho, Nishimuro District, Wakayama Prefecture
✨ Key Highlights
Panoramic Pacific Hot Springs: Features 3 unique open-air baths (rock cave/mixed-gender/private), directly facing the Kii Channel
East-Meets-West Design: Traditional Sukiya architecture blends with French floor-to-ceiling windows in a 180-degree ocean-view restaurant
Kishu Gourmet Feast: Dinner includes Kumano beef teppanyaki and fresh tuna straight from Katsuura Fishing Port
🏠 Recommended Room Types
Nami no Sho: Ocean-view room with private open-air bath overlooking Engetsujima Island
Akatsuki no Sho: The only east-facing suite in the hotel, exclusively capturing the Pacific sunrise
🍱 Unique Experiences
Shiosai Promenade: Explore a mysterious underwater shrine with the butler during low tide
Kishu Plum Wine Workshop: Create limited-edition plum wine using Nanko plums (with custom labels to take home)
Fisherman Experience: Join morning tuna longline fishing on a traditional boat
📌 Tips
Transport: Free shuttle from JR Shirahama Station (reservation required), passing Sandanbeki cliffs
Secret Moment: Enjoy "Engetsujima Sunset" from the mixed-gender open-air bath
Hidden Perk: Complimentary Shirahama hot spring buns and original onsen powder upon arrival
Post by @byss1us_D@wnbr1ng3r | Jul 15, 2025














