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Michi no Eki Kumano·Hananoiwaya (道の駅熊野・花の窟)

Flow of the course

Previous stop: Walk through UNESCO World Heritage sea caves with dramatic rock formations and experience the full power of Kumano Sea

About 30 min from the previous stop

About 75 min here

About 15 min to the next stop

Next stop: Lay out a leisure sheet on the sandy beach to secure your spot before the show begins

About this spot

A rest area station adjacent to Hananoiwaya Shrine with an open location facing Shichiri Mihama that's truly appealing. Local specialty products such as mackerel sushi, Kumano local chicken, and citrus juices are available, making this the perfect stop for a pre-fireworks meal and souvenir shopping. A terrace area offers dining while overlooking Shichiri Mihama, allowing you to enjoy the time before sunset leisurely. The facility becomes crowded starting in the early evening on fireworks day, so acquire meals and beverages early.

Tips

Adjacent to Hananoiwaya Shrine with shared parking. On the fireworks day, parking begins filling early in the afternoon—note this. Buying extra drinks and snacks here avoids lines at convenience stores and stalls near the fireworks venue. Using restrooms here beforehand is also reassuring.