Festivals Oto Matsuri 2026 Friday - Feb 6th With a history stretching back more than 1400 years, the Oto Matsuri is one of Japan's oldest Shinto fire festivals and remains..
Culture Shingu, Wakayama Alena Eckelmann Shingu is a gateway to the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trails and Kumano’s sacred sites. Whether you look for original history or u..
11 Historical Shingu's Jofuku Memorial Park Allison Morris If you’re visiting Shingu – especially via train – there’s no excuse to not stop by Jofuku Park as it’s across the street from..
12 Culture Brilliant Asuka Shrine, Shingu Larry Knipfing The oldest shrine in the Kumano area, Asuka Shrine is a real eye opener!
9 Culture Ascension to Kamikura Shrine Virginia Gonzalez Kamikura-jinja is an unusual shrine located in Shingu, Wakayama