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Video article 3:20
‘Panda Town’ in Wakayama Prefecture- Full of Travelers’ Delights! Tips on How to Enjoy Nanki Shirahama’s Beautiful Scenery, Hot Springs, and Food to the Fullest!
Local PR Travel Action & Adventure- 28 plays
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Naki Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture This video is a promotional video for Wakayama prefecture’s Nanki Shirahama. It is made by the Nanki Shirahama Tourist Bureau. Nanki Shirahama is in Shirahama Town, Wakayama Prefecture, in Japan's Kansai Region. It is one of the most famous beach resorts in Western Japan and many tourists visit there every year. The ‘Nanki’ in Nanki Shirahama has been added in order to distinguish it from Shirahama Resort in Chiba Prefecture and Shizuoka Prefecture. The Shirahama Town area has been called ‘Nanki’ since long ago. No one knows since when, but people started to call the area Nanki Shirahama. In the video, two women visit the tourist spots in Nanki Shirahama in Wakayama Prefecture. Be sure to follow along with the video as you read this article. It'll feel as though you're right there experiencing Wakayama Prefecture's Nanki Shirahama. Tourist attractions in Nanki Shirahama in Wakayama Prefecture Photo:A panda There are many tourist attractions in Nanki Shirahama. You can enjoy the sandy Shirahama (white beach), and the world-famous Adventure World, where they run a successful Giant Panda breeding program. You can also see dolphins swimming in front of you if you catch a dolphin show at Adventure World. Adventure World is shown from 2:11 in the video. Other attractions include Engetsu Island and Senjojiki which are symbolic of Shirahama, and Sandanbeki Cave which is said to have been a secret fort in the Heian period. From the historic heritage sites surrounded by nature to the latest fun-filled attractions, there's plenty to do in Nanki Shirahama. The nature of Nanki Shirahama is truly an amazing sight. At 1:03 they show the exhilarating boat cruise in Nanki Shirahama. The boat trip makes for unforgettable memories with its beautiful views from the sea. You can take great pictures for Instagram as well. Dining in Nanki Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture Photo:Kue sashimi There are many great places to dine in Nanki Shirahama, Oriental Waikiki Beach (Sister beach of Nanki Shirahama in Hawaii). There are popular, well-known restaurants, as well as hidden gems scattered throughout the area. Our recommendation for both dining and souvenirs is Toretore Market, known as the largest seafood market in Western Japan. It is run by the local Fishery Association of Katata. They pride themselves on the flavor and freshness of their products. Nanki Shirahama’s famous food is definitely the elusive luxury fish "Kue." Kue is a brand name fish that was successfully farmed for the first time in the world in 20 years, and you can enjoy Kuei nabe, sashimi, tempura, and more at restaurants in the Nanki Shirahama area. In the video, the food market Fisherman’s Wharf Shirahama is shown from 2:19. Here you can taste some of the freshest seafood in the world. Tourist Hotels Around Nanki Shirahama Nanki Shirahama is also known as the largest resort town in Western Japan. There are many resort hotels and ryokan (Japanese style inns) in Nanki Shirahama. At 1:39 in the video, they show how you to spice up your trip by tasting luxurious Japanese cuisine and spending time in a relaxing hot spring. This hot spring is also one of Nanki Shirahama's specialties! Enjoy white sandy beaches, rich seafood, and finally a hot spring or resort hotel to rest after a long day of sightseeing. You can also try the local foot bath during your visit. You can see the foot bath at 0:57. Summary of Nanki Shirahama in Wakayama Prefecture Photo:Sakinoyu onsen Did you enjoy reading about Nanki Shirahama in Wakayama Prefecture? The video shows some sights and events that we couldn't include in the article. Take your time watching it and imagine yourself on the sandy beaches of Shirahama. Check out the official Shirahama Tourist Association site for access information, local events and information on the surrounding area of Shirahama. Enjoy a trip to Nanki Shirahama, where you can experience nature, great food, history, and culture. 【Official Website】Shirahama Town Hall, Wakayama Prefecture Website http://www.town.shirahama.wakayama.com/ -
Video article 5:05
Wreck Diving Down to the Wreck of the Shirahama Shipwreck in Wakayama. The Ship Sitting at the Bottom of the Sea Home to a Variety of Marine Life
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This video, titled "WreckDiving~Shirahama Shipwreck~ -Spring 2020-" (WreckDiving~白浜沈船~ -2020春-), was released by published by "Pro Diver Cati's Sea Channel" (プロダイバーCatiの海チャンネル). The artifacts sunk to the sea become the perfect home for sea creatures. The Shirahama Shipwreck is one of them, and a variety of fish have come to live there. In the town of Shirahama, Wakayama, a 31-meter long ship sank at a depth of 18 meters. The Shirahama Shipwreck was originally intended as a wreck point, and the ship was artificially sunk. The video shows what the wreck looks like. Around the wreck, you can find scorpionfish, cardinalfish, white sea slugs, red Lionfish, flounders, groupers, moray, and a great variety of creatures living around the shipwreck.