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Kumano Hongu Taisha
熊野本宮大社Wakayama · Kansai
Kumano Hongu Taisha is one of the three grand shrines of Kumano, deeply rooted in the spiritual traditions of Japan. Surrounded by lush forests and mountains, it offers a serene atmosphere for visitors seeking tranquility and connection with nature.
- Best season
- Autumn
- Crowd level
- Popular
- Rating
- 4.6· 8,701 reviews
- Opening hours
- Daily 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Admission
- Worship at the shrine is free. The treasure hall (宝物殿) charges ¥300 for adults, ¥100 for children, open 10:00-16:00.
- Nearest station
- No rail access — Ryujin/Kumano bus from Kii-Tanabe Station ~1h40-2h15 (or Shingu Station ~1h20) to Hongu-Taisha-mae
- Website
- hongutaisha.jp
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
Today
8:00–17:00Admission
- Worship at the shrine is free. The treasure hall (宝物殿) charges ¥300 for adults, ¥100 for children, open 10:00-16:00.
Stored weekly hours
Daily 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
How to get there
From Shin-Osaka Station · ~3h 3m by car
Tags
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