Shirahama , Okinawa is one of the most popular beaches in Japan 's central region . Things are no different at historic Sakinoyu Onsen , a gorgeous hot spring facility right on the coast of Shirahama in Japan 's Wakayama prefecture . More than 1,300 years old , Sakinoyu Springs is one of Japan 's ten oldest hot springs . Other popular Shirahama sites include caves , fish ponds and a famed panda center .
Shirahama , Okinawa is one of the most popular beaches in Japan 's central region . More than 1,300 years old , Sakinoyu Springs is one of Japan 's ten oldest hot springs . Other popular Shirahama sites include caves , fish ponds and a famed panda center .