Nachi-Katsuura Observatory, Yoshino-Kumano National Park

#1 among attractions in Yoshino-Kumano National Park

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Nachi-Katsuura Observatory is an astronomical observatory in Nachikatsuura, Wakayama, Japan. Facing the Pacific Ocean, it lies within the Yoshino-Kumano National Park. It is 0.83368 Earth radi from the rotational axis of the Earth, and +0.55040 Earth radii above the equatorial plane. The IAU observatory code for Nachi-Katsuura is 905. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 33°36'36"N, 135°55'30"E

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Nachi-Katsuura Observatory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kumano Nachi Taisha, Nachi Falls, Seiganto-ji, Fudarakusan-ji.

4.5 miNW
Sacred and religious sites, Temple, Historical place
Kumano Nachi Taisha, Nachikatsuura
116 min walk • Kumano Nachi Taisha is a Shinto shrine and part of the UNESCO-designated World Heritage Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range of Japan.
4.7 miNW
, Nature, Natural attraction
Nachi Falls, Nachikatsuura
120 min walk • Nachi Falls in Nachikatsuura, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan, is one of the best-known waterfalls in Japan. With a drop of 133 meters, it is the country's tallest water fall with single uninterrupted drop; however, the tallest waterfalls with multiple drops in Japan are Hannoki Falls, at 497 m, and Shōmyō Falls, at 350m.
4.6 miNW
Temple, Sacred and religious sites,
Seiganto-ji
117 min walk • Seiganto-ji, nestled in the verdant folds of Wakayama Prefecture, Japan, is a temple steeped in spiritual resonance and historical significance. This ancient site, part of the sacred Kumano Sanzan, stands as a testament to the harmonious blend of Shinto and Buddhist...
2.5 miN
, Sacred and religious sites, Temple
Fudarakusan-ji, Nachikatsuura
63 min walk • Fudarakusan-ji is Tendai temple of the Higashimuro district, Wakayama prefecture, Japan. The name of temple comes from mount Potalaka. It is said to have been founded by Ragyō Shōnin, a monk from India.
4.6 miNW
Temple
Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage
117 min walk • The Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage is a pilgrimage of thirty-three Buddhist temples throughout the Kansai region of Japan, similar to the Shikoku Pilgrimage. In addition to the official thirty-three temples, there are an additional three known as bangai.
1.6 miNE
Hot springs
Nanki-Katsuura Onsen, Nachikatsuura
41 min walk • Nanki-Katsuura Onsen is a coastal onsen, or hot spring, located in Nachikatsuura, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. Originally known as "Katsuura Onsen", the "Nanki-" was added to distinguish it from another onsen in Katsuura, Chiba.
1.3 miSE
Locality
Taiji
34 min walk • One of the main attractions in Taiji is its beautiful coastline, which offers breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll along the pristine beaches, or even take part in whale watching tours during the winter months when the town...