All Reviews of Kumano Hayatama Taisha

A World Heritage stop that pairs well with Kumano Hongu Taisha.

With the nearby Xu Fu Park and AEON shopping mall, it's easy to plan a full day trip here.

It's a very peaceful place, and among the three Kumano Grand Shrines, this one is the most convenient to get to.

It's easy to get to and you don't need to climb any stairs. It's peaceful and beautiful—definitely worth a visit.

This is one of the three Kumano shrines. Legend says the gods of Kumano descended here to build a new palace, and that's how Shingu City got its name. Among the three, Hayatama Taisha is the easiest to walk around.

This is one of the three most famous shrines in Wakayama. What makes it unique is the 'Yatagarasu' shrine, which worships crows. Legend says crows are messengers of the Japanese emperor. Maybe that's why you see so many big, chubby crows all over Japan!