Local Spirit Record
Wakayama
和歌山
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Fig 1. View of WakayamaLocal Archives
Wakayama Knowledge
Wakayama is the spiritual heartland of the Kii Peninsula. It features the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trails and the sacred Koyasan monastery.
Historical Context
For centuries, emperors and commoners alike pilgrimaged to Kumano to seek salvation. It is a place of deep, mystical forests.
Local Folklore
The three-legged crow Yatagarasu guides travelers here. The Dojo-ji temple is the setting for the tragic legend of the serpent-woman Kiyohime.
Notable Locations
01
Kumano Kodo
Ancient pilgrimage routes guided by the three-legged crow Yatagarasu.
⚠️ Yatagarasu
02
Dojo-ji Temple
Site of the Anchin and Kiyohime legend, where a spurned woman turned into a serpent.
⚠️ Kiyohime (Serpent)
03
Nachi Falls
Japan's tallest waterfall, worshipped as a deity itself and home to dragon spirits.
⚠️ Dragon
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