Hiroyuki Dobashi
Hello! I’m Hiro, a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter based in the beautiful Wakayama City, Wakayama Prefecture in Japan. As a local resident, I specialize in creating personalized and immersive tours that you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you’re interested in culture, history, food, nature, or outdoor adventures like walking, cycling, or hiking, I’m here to show you the hidden gems and breathtaking landscapes that only a true insider knows. Especially, the World Heritage Sites and Japanese Heritages Sites, and Intangible Cultural Heritage are my specialized field. The followings are the lists you can enjoy the experiences of them in Wakayama.
World Heritage Sites: Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii
- Koyasan
- Kumano Sanzan (Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine, Kumano Nachi Taisha Shrine, and Kumano Hayatama Shrine)
- Kumano Kodo (Nakahechi, Ohechi, Kohechi, Kiiji, Iseji, Koyasan Choishi-michi, and Omine-okukgake michi)
Japan Heritage Sites
- The First Drop – Kishu Yuasa: The birthplace of soy sauce
- Nyonin Koya and the History of Female Pilgrims at Koyasan
- Wakanoura Bay ~ A Treasure House of Scenic Beauty ~
- The Blessings of Life Alongside Whales
- “Peace of Mind for Eternity” – A Legacy of Tsunami Disaster Prevention
- A 1,300-Year-Old Buddhist Pilgrimage
- Katsuragi Shugen ~ The home of Shugendo mountain asceticism ~
Intangible Cultural Heritage
- Nachi-no-Dengaku
- Washoku, Traditional Dietary Cultures of the Japanese, Notably for the Celebration of New Year
Together, we’ll explore the heart of Wakayama and connect with its warm, welcoming people.
