ancient ruins
Tomogashima
An uninhabited island off Wakayama covered in overgrown red-brick Meiji-era artillery forts, tunnels and magazines. Reached by a short ferry from Kada; the batteries are linked by footpaths.
37 km · about 45 min drive
Wakayama, Japan · Asia
Sato sits on the route: 15 minutes from Higashinaka, 37km from Tomogashima.
Sato is a town located in Wakayama, Japan. With a population of 5,364, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Sato sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Sato to your route.
Yura (由良町, Yura-chō) is a town located in Hidaka District, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. As of 30 November 2021, the town had an estimated population of 5,442 in 2678 households and a population density of 180 persons per km². The total area of the town is 30.94 square kilometres (11.95 sq mi).
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Sato is located in Wakayama, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 33.9603 latitude, 135.1190 longitude.
Sato has a population of approximately 5,364 people, making it a town in Japan.
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Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.
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ancient ruins
An uninhabited island off Wakayama covered in overgrown red-brick Meiji-era artillery forts, tunnels and magazines. Reached by a short ferry from Kada; the batteries are linked by footpaths.
37 km · about 45 min drive
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Wakayama park blending a zoo, aquarium, and amusement rides, famous for its successful giant panda breeding program.
38 km · about 45 min drive
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A sacred mountaintop temple settlement and headquarters of Shingon Buddhism, where visitors can stay in temple lodgings and walk through an ancient cemetery.
51 km · about 60 min drive
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