🗺️ Wakayama Yacht Castle和歌山マリーナシティ

Wakayama Yacht Castle is an artificial island located in the scenic area of Wakaura in the southwestern part of Wakayama. The island features many charming tourist attractions and amusement facilities. At the center is the theme park "Europa Port," which boasts a European city landscape, along with countless food and shopping options, allowing visitors to enjoy a full day of activities. At the Kuroshio Market, you can watch the daily tuna cutting performance and taste fresh seafood caught from the surrounding local waters. In addition to sashimi, sushi, and seafood rice bowls, a full set of BBQ ingredients is also available. Visitors can grill their food on the terrace equipped with grills. Furthermore, the upper floor of the facility houses a restaurant offering an all-you-can-eat menu featuring fresh tuna, ensuring a satisfying meal. Additionally, the island's "Sea Fishing Park" includes a "Marine Fishing Pond," where even beginners can catch large fish such as sea bream and yellowtail. The fishing pond is spacious and comfortable, making it a great spot to bring children for a fun family outing. After a day of eating and playing, it is recommended to relax at the "Kishu Kuroshio Onsen," a hot spring facility that offers a soothing soak to relieve physical and mental fatigue. The hot spring is sourced from a chalk layer that emerges from 1500 meters beneath the sea, known as "Thermal Spring," and its saline quality provides moisturizing and warming effects. You can enjoy a relaxing time soaking in the hot spring while gazing at the yacht harbor and the picturesque sea view.

The theme park "Europa Port," which recreates European cityscapes on the island, has free admission. There are countless fun and delicious attractions that can keep you entertained for an entire day. It is recommended to include the daily tuna dismantling show at the Kuroshio Market in your itinerary. You can enjoy the thrill of catching big fish at the ocean fishing pond. There are also hot spring facilities available for same-day round trips.