Yura Town, Hidaka District, is a region in Wakayama Prefecture with a beautiful coastline offering a variety of scenery, including iceberg-like capes and uniquely shaped limestone formations created by the forces of nature. Surrounded not only by the sea but also by mountain ranges, the town also boasts a lush green environment. Its main industries are agriculture and fishing. The town's economy has developed through a focus on cultivating its specialty products, mandarin oranges, red sea bream, and flounder. Major tourist attractions include Shirasaki Coast and Shirasaki Marine Park, where you can fully enjoy nature. Shirasaki Coast is a scenic spot that is even mentioned in the Manyoshu (Collection of Poems), and is also a breeding ground for black-tailed gulls. Historical landmarks, such as Koukokuji Temple and Tozui Cave, are also scattered throughout the town.