Things to Do in Shirahama - Shirahama travel guide - Go Guides

Things to do in Shirahama include relaxing in hot springs, enjoying local resorts, taking in natural wonders, heading to amusement parks, and finding plenty of outdoor adventures with spectacular vistas and photo opportunities. The city is famed for its hot springs, including Shirahama Onsen Resort, where you can bathe in mineral waters or be buried in the sand or mud from the springs. For family fun and adventure, Adventure World offers a wildlife and theme park with giant pandas and thrilling rides, while Shirahama Energy Land is an amusement park with games, rides and fun with a science theme.

Senjojiki Rock Plateau, Engetsuto Island and Sandanbeki Rock Cliff all feature iconic and stunning rock formations, including the sunset arch at Engetsuto. Visitors can go spelunking in Sandanbeki Dokutsu Cave or ascend to a viewpoint at Heisogen Park.

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