Wow! Wakayama! A land of surprises that connects to the future

Wakayama Knit

The "Wakayama Daibakusho" project, run by the Wakayama Knitwear Cooperative Youth Division and the magazine Begin, will be exhibiting and selling world-class Wakayama knitwear.

Koyaguchi Pile Fabric Exhibition

Koyaguchi pile is produced in the area around the former Koyaguchi town. This luxurious fabric is used in a wide range of products and will be on display and for sale.

The tradition and technology of local industries in Wakayama City

Wakayama has been a place where manufacturing has developed since ancient times. Under the theme of "The Journey of Tradition and Innovation," the exhibition will feature local industries such as chemicals, leather, and Western furniture.

The Projects of Civil Engineers to Conserve Nature: An Approach to Prevent and Reduce Nature Hazards

We introduce wooden guardrails and taproot seedlings from a civil engineering project underway in Wakayama, known for its Kishu timber, that aims to utilize the ecosystem to prevent and reduce disasters.

Manufacturing Town "Kainan City"

We sell Kishu lacquerware and household goods made in Kainan City, which has developed as a manufacturing hub, from traditional crafts to the familiar household goods industry.

"Kainan" Mountain Blessings Marche

Kainan City is not only famous for its manufacturing, but also for its delicious food. They sell products made with the bounty of the mountains, such as soft serve ice cream and dried fruit.

Tasty Healthy Wakayama

Processed plum products, Kumano beef, freshly pressed soy sauce, Kinzanji miso, sweets, rice oil. Wakayama's rich and healthy food culture will be promoted through tasting, sampling and sales.

Agricultural Heritages and Rice Terraces in Wakayama

Over 400 years ago, stone-staircase gardens were built in the Arida-Shimotsu region, where Onshu-oranges are produced by taking advantage of the region's natural conditions. We will introduce the scenery and local specialties.

"Sake" and "Umeshu" in Wakayama, "The Spiritual Heart of Japan"

The event will offer tastings and sales of "GI Wakayama Umeshu," a regional brand of plum wine that meets certain standards, as well as Wakayama sake brewed using the region's abundant natural environment.

Let's toast with Tanabe City Umeshu. Kanpai!

Tanabe City is a place where the Kumano Kodo, a sacred road, passes. This shop sells locally made plum wine, as well as snacks such as fried moray eel and plum arare.

Mandarin orange juice and sushi, delivering the taste of Arida

Arida is the prefecture's largest orange producing region, boasting over 400 years of history and tradition. In addition to juice and processed products, sushi made with green orange juice will also be on special sale.

METAVERSE WAKAYAMA

We have set up a booth where you can experience the charms of Wakayama in the metaverse (virtual space) through the popular online game "Fortnite" and VR.

Grinding Japanese pepper "SANSHO" experience using stone mill by Yamamoto Katsunosuke Shoten

Wakayama Prefecture is the number one producer of Japanese pepper in Japan. Yamamoto Katsunosuke Shoten, which has been in business since 1880, sells Japanese pepper powder and raw pepper paste. You can also experience grinding Japanese pepper in a stone mill.

Sponge manufacturing experience by Aisen

Aisen, headquartered in Kainan City, is a manufacturer known for its sponges and other household products. They held a sponge-making workshop.

Kishu Shikki Japanese lacquerware experience by Yamaga Shikki

Kishu lacquerware is one of Wakayama's crafts, being durable and easy to use. Workshops are held where you can touch lacquerware products and experience the techniques used.