Nachikatsuura Town, Higashimuro District-tax-

Kumano Nachi Taisha Shrine (Nachikatsuura Town, Higashimuro District, Wakayama Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Kumano Nachi Taisha Shrine is one of the Kumano Sanzan (Kumano Hongu Taisha, Kumano Hayatama Taisha, and Kumano Nachi Taisha) shrines, and has been revered since ancient times as one of the centers of Kumano faith. Its sacred object is Nachi Falls (approximately 133 meters high).

Overview: Nachi Falls, one of Japan's most famous waterfalls with a drop of 133 meters, is a scenic spot that has long been a place of worship. Its pilgrimage scenery, combined with that of Kumano Nachi Taisha Shrine and Seiganto-ji Temple, is a fascinating sight. Highlights: The view of the waterfall over the three-story pagoda of Seiganto-ji Temple; the atmosphere and sound of the water along the approach to the waterfall's basin; strolling along the Kumano Kodo trail and touring historical sites...