Wakayama Cat Train Adventure & Nanki-Shirahama Hot Spring Day Tour From Osaka-Kansai Line K

Itinerary 

The following itinerary is for reference only. The specific attractions, visiting order, and duration may be adjusted according to actual conditions on the day of travel.

08:30 – Osaka | Tour Departure

Meeting Point Option

• 08:30 Nihonbashi Exit 2 (Namba / Shinsaibashi area)

Hotel Pickup Option

• 07:30–08:30 Hotels or private accommodations within the Osaka Loop Line area

Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes early. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated.
Pickup order and timing will be arranged by the driver-guide according to distance and traffic conditions. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

10:00 – Wakayama | Visit the Famous Cat Stationmaster at Kishi Station

⏱ Approx. 70 minutes

Kishi Station is a small rural station in Wakayama Prefecture and the terminal of the Wakayama Electric Railway Kishigawa Line. Once facing closure, the station gained nationwide and international fame thanks to a legendary cat named Tama.

The Legendary Cat Stationmaster – Tama

In 2006, due to staffing cost issues, Wakayama Electric Railway appointed an 8-year-old calico cat named Tama as the official stationmaster. Her daily “duties,” greeting passengers and patrolling the station, quickly attracted media attention and visitors.

Saving a Railway Line

As passenger numbers declined, the Kishigawa Line was once at risk of being discontinued. Tama’s popularity revitalized the area, boosting local businesses, souvenir sales, themed cat trains, and even the construction of a cat-shaped station building—becoming a symbol of regional revival.

A Living Cat Culture

After Tama passed away in June 2015, she was honored as the Eternal Honorary Stationmaster. Her successor Nitama passed away in November 2025, and today the tradition continues with Yontama and Gotama, keeping this heartwarming story alive.

The line features three themed trains (Tama, Strawberry, and Toy), along with a cat café, souvenir shops, cat-themed stamps, and beautifully decorated station facilities—making it a must-visit spot for cat lovers.

Note: Yontama rests on Wednesdays and Thursdays; apprentice stationmaster Gotama will be on duty instead.

🚃 Special Arrangement: Ride a Themed Train

10:38 Kishi Station → 10:50 Idakiso Station
This experience is included in the tour price.

As Kishi Station is unmanned, the driver-guide may not be able to accompany guests if also serving as the driver. Guests will reunite with the group upon arrival at Idakiso Station.

The themed train operating at 10:38 changes daily—enjoy the surprise!

12:50 – Shirahama | ToreTore Market – Seafood Lunch & Tuna Cutting Show

⏱ Approx. 120 minutes (lunch at own expense)

Located in Shirahama, ToreTore Market is the largest seafood market in Nanki Shirahama and all of Western Japan. It brings together the freshest daily catches and operates as a comprehensive sightseeing seafood market.

The market hosts 2–3 tuna cutting shows daily (times vary). With just a single knife, skilled chefs expertly carve a massive tuna while explaining its structure—an impressive blend of craftsmanship and entertainment.
In rare cases of cancellation due to special circumstances, your understanding is appreciated.

Lunch Recommendations

Guests may freely choose from various restaurants and BBQ stalls inside the market, offering fresh sashimi, grilled seafood, and local Wakayama/Shirahama specialties such as dried fish, overnight-dried seafood, and local sake.

Optional Seafood BBQ

• BBQ seat reference price:

  • Adults: ¥800 per seat

  • Children: ¥500 per seat

• Ingredients to be purchased separately after registration

• 90-minute dining time with soft drinks at the bar (no outside food or drinks allowed)

♨️ Optional Experience: ToreTore Onsen (At Own Expense)

Shirahama Onsen is one of Japan’s most historic hot spring resorts, alongside Arima Onsen and Dogo Onsen, with a history spanning over 1,350 years. It is also ranked among Japan’s top three onsen destinations together with Beppu and Atami.

ToreTore Onsen features bicarbonate-rich waters and Japan’s first salt-block stone sauna.

Reference Admission Fees

• Adults (junior high school and above): ¥800

• Children (3–12 years): ¥400

• Towel rental: ¥160 | Bath towel: ¥410

15:05 – Shirahama | Senjojiki Rock Plateau

⏱ Approx. 30 minutes

Senjojiki is a unique coastal rock formation shaped by long-term erosion from the Pacific Ocean. Covering about 4 hectares—large enough to fit 1,000 tatami mats—it is named accordingly.

Together with Sandanbeki and Engetsuto Island, it is one of Shirahama’s most scenic landmarks. Senjojiki is also a famous sunset-viewing spot, selected as one of Japan’s Top 100 Sunsets. Watching the sun sink into the Pacific here feels like standing at the edge of the world.

Sandanbeki Cliffs & Cave (Optional Entry)

⏱ Approx. 30 minutes

Part of the Yoshino-Kumano National Park, Sandanbeki is a dramatic 2-kilometer-long sea cliff rising 50–60 meters above the ocean. Observation decks offer sweeping views of the Nanki coastline.

An elevator descends 36 meters underground to the Sandanbeki Cave, formed by ocean erosion. Once used by pirates during the Heian Period (794–1185), the cave now features exhibits and replicas related to pirate history and natural formations.

Admission (at own expense)

• Adults: ¥1,500

• Children (6–11 years): ¥750

• Children under 6: Free

16:10 – Return Journey

Return time is approximate and may vary depending on traffic and tour progress.

18:40 – Osaka | Shinsaibashi & Dotonbori Area

Guests using the meeting-point plan will be dismissed in the Shinsaibashi area.

Shinsaibashi
Osaka’s most famous shopping street, filled with department stores, drugstores, boutiques, and character shops such as Hello Kitty and Disney. Many stores offer Chinese-speaking staff and UnionPay support.

Dotonbori
The symbol of Osaka’s food culture—lively day and night. Famous for takoyaki, okonomiyaki, ramen, traditional izakayas, and popular restaurants like Kani Doraku.

Travel Information

【This tour allows free luggage. Please inform us of the number of luggage items in advance when booking.】

1. Once the booking is confirmed, the travel date cannot be changed. Any losses incurred due to changes must be borne by the guest.

2. Please provide complete and accurate information at the time of booking (full name, number of participants, phone number, email address, and pick-up location) to avoid errors that may affect the itinerary.

3. Please carry your passport and valuables with you at all times. Any loss, theft, or damage shall be borne by the guest.

4. Elderly guests, guests with cardiovascular conditions (such as high blood pressure or heart disease), and pregnant women are advised to travel with a companion.

5. Guests under 18 years old are not permitted to book this tour alone. A legal guardian must book and participate together.

6. This is a shared fixed-route tour. Guests are required to follow the scheduled stop times at each attraction and comply with the driver-guide’s arrangements.

   • If you prefer a more flexible itinerary, please refer to our private charter services.

   • Please arrive at the designated pick-up point on time. Late arrivals will not be waited for.

   • This product cannot be refunded, rescheduled, transferred to another departure, or joined midway. If you fail to participate due to personal reasons, the loss shall be borne by yourself.

7. If a guest fails to participate or leaves the tour early due to personal reasons or lateness, no refund will be provided.

8. Guests who leave the group during the tour will be deemed to have voluntarily terminated the service, and no refund will be issued. Any resulting personal injury or property loss shall be the guest’s own responsibility.

9. Arrival times may vary due to traffic conditions, weather, holidays, or crowd levels. Delays or cancellations caused by these or other force majeure factors are non-refundable.

10. Please wear comfortable clothing and suitable walking shoes.

11. Please comply with Japanese laws and regulations. Do not carry prohibited items to avoid legal issues.

12. During free time, guests are responsible for their personal safety and belongings. Any accidents or losses caused by failure to follow advice shall be borne by the guest.

Important Tour Notes

Due to the unpredictability of traffic conditions, weather, holidays, or crowd levels, arrival times at attractions may change.
According to Japanese law, a driver’s maximum working time is 10 hours per day. To ensure safety and stable operations, the itinerary may be adjusted as necessary, including shortening visit times or canceling certain attractions.

We sincerely ask for your understanding and support regarding any such adjustments made in the interest of safety. In cases involving the above or other force majeure factors, we regret any inconvenience caused. Refunds will not be provided under these circumstances, as this policy is implemented to protect both drivers and passengers and ensure smooth tour operations.

Force Majeure Includes but Is Not Limited To

• Natural disasters: earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, floods, typhoons, etc.

• Traffic incidents: road accidents, severe congestion, etc.

• Weather conditions: heavy snow, rainstorms, dense fog, etc.

• Government regulations: emergency orders, traffic controls, etc.

• Medical emergencies: sudden illness or injury of a guest or group member

• Social events: strikes, protests, social unrest

• Mechanical failures: vehicle breakdowns or malfunctions

Cancellation & Refund Policy

• More than 3 days before departure (excluding the departure date): 100% refund

• 2–3 days before departure (including those days): 50% refund

• 1 day before departure or on the departure date: No refund