Shirahama travel guide

Shirahama Tourism | Shirahama Guide

You're Going to Love Shirahama

Shirahama is a must-see destination in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Shirahama to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Shirahama

Shirahama in May
Estimated hotel price
₹ 11480
1 night at 3-star hotel
Shirahama in May
Estimated hotel price
₹ 11480
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Shirahama

Plane

When flying to Shirahama, you’ll arrive at Nanki-Shirahama (SHM), which is located 3 km from the city centre.

Train

The train station in Shirahama is called Shirahama, and is located 4 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Shirahama, you’ll arrive at Nanki-Shirahama (SHM), which is located 3 km from the city centre.

Train

The train station in Shirahama is called Shirahama, and is located 4 km from the city centre.

Airports near Shirahama

Airlines serving Shirahama

Lufthansa
Good (4,599 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,444 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,595 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,281 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,922 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,705 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (910 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,499 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (395 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (703 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (487 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (180 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (774 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (460 reviews)
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Where to stay in Shirahama

Average rates range from around ₹ 9,642 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 11,082 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Shirahama

Most booked hotels in Shirahama

Sansuikan Kawayu Midoriya
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 7,832+
Nanki-Shirahama Marriott Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 8,666+
Kanponoyado Kii Tanabe
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 5,487+
Hotel Sanrakuso
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 9,915+
Kawayu Onsen Fujiya
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 19,664+
Seamore Residence
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 4,757+

Hiring a car in Shirahama

Expect to pay ₹ 94 per litre in Shirahama (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,130 and ₹ 1,506. The most frequently booked car type in Shirahama is Compact (Class Compact Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Daihatsu Move or similar) is, on average, 43% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay ₹ 94 per litre in Shirahama (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,130 and ₹ 1,506. The most frequently booked car type in Shirahama is Compact (Class Compact Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Daihatsu Move or similar) is, on average, 43% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.