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Hongu Garden
Guesthouse/B&B
Greater Hongu
Hongu Garden is a charming, compact, container-style guesthouse facing the Kumano-gawa River. It includes a shared family-friendly garden area and relaxed shared living/dining space, along with private sleeping quarters. There is a free shower room available, and nearby hot springs are an option for a soothing soak. It is located right in front of Takatsubashi bus stop at the edge of Hongu and offers easy access by public bus to Kumano Hongu Taisha, Kawayu Onsen, Yunomine Onsen, Shingu Station, and even Nara. A peaceful escape wrapped in nature, wake up to birdsong in this Kumano Kodo pilgrim guesthouse option.
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guest house shitanoie
Guesthouse/B&B
Rental House
Greater Hongu
The basic rental house, “guest house shitanoie,” is located in the rustic landscape of Fushiogami in the Hongu area with minimal services for independent guests. The owner is a former teacher from Osaka who fell in love with Kumano while visiting for a week in 2012. It inspired him to move to Hongu with his family and open an environmentally friendly inn that made guests feel like they were visiting the home of a beloved relative! The interior is renovated with wood and there is a view of the Kumanogawa River from the second floor. Guest house shitanoie is located just 10 minutes by bus from Kumano Hongu Taisha--easy access to sites in the Hongu hot spring area (Hongu Yunomine Onsen , Kawayu Onsen , Wataze / Watarase Onsen).
Great for a relaxing staff for trekkers on the Kohechi (right on the trail!) and Nakahechi.
Great for a relaxing staff for trekkers on the Kohechi (right on the trail!) and Nakahechi.
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● This guest house uses eco-friendly composting toilets.
● Self-check-in. Check-in details will be provided by the owner through MyChat of the KUMANO TRAVEL account after reservation and payment are completed.
● Currently only "no meals plan" is available.
● Currently only "no meals plan" is available.
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Guesthouse Hatenashi
Guesthouse/B&B
Greater Hongu
Guesthouse Hatenashi offers comfortable Western-style rooms near the Kohechi route in Hongu Village. The owner moved to live in the Kumano area from Osaka with his family and open up an accommodation. He also runs the nearby Japanese-style rental house "Guest House Shitanoie." While Guesthouse Hatenashi is located away from central Hongu and onsen hot spring onsen areas (Yunomine, Kawayu, Watarase), there are local busses from Hongu Taisha-mae bus stop. There are no meals offered at the accommodation, but there is a shared kitchen, and a supermarket is conveniently located nearby. It is a great, simple option for Kumano Kodo Kohechi hikers.
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The owner will send check-in instructions after reservation confirmation and payment are complete.
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Cottage Kirihata
Rental House
Greater Hongu
Cottage Kirihata, a private rental accommodation nestled in a tranquil rural village just 8 minutes by car from Kumano Hongu Taisha—one of Japan's UNESCO World Heritage Sites—is the perfect retreat for couples, friends, and young families. After exploring the ancient Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trails, unwind and rejuvenate in the peaceful mountain setting. Beyond hiking the historic trails, guests can enjoy a variety of activities including river play, fishing, and BBQ dining right at the cottage.
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Kumano Shikitei
Rental House
Greater Hongu
Kumano Shikitei is an expansive, private rental house nestled in a peaceful, natural setting, just about 35 minutes by Ryujin Bus from the center of Hongu Village. Listen to the murmuring of clear mountain streams and stare up at the starry sky at night to soothe your pilgrim's soul. This spacious home includes a beautiful interior with 4 renovated Japanese-style guest rooms and a living room, along with a courtyard and garden outside. Meals are not provided, but guests are free to use the kitchen. Welcoming only one group per day, this serene retreat is ideal for travelers seeking a quiet, private, and comfortable stay in the area.
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YAKIOHOUSE
Guesthouse/B&B
Greater Hongu
YAKIOHOUSE is a comfy, fully renovated, pastoral rental house in the Hongu area near the Kumano Kodo Kohechi route and relatively close to the Nakahechi as well. The owner is a photographer who fell in love with Hongu while visiting Wakayama Prefecture for a few years and eventually moved here to raise his family. YAKIOHOUSE is simple, clean, and modernized, located on a hill overlooking the Kumanogawa River and facing the Kohechi, perfect for not just Kumano Kodo hikers, but also for small groups or families wanting to relax a couple of days in the rural countryside.
Although not located in the onsen hot spring area (Yunomine, Kawayu, Wataze / Watarase), YAKIOHOUSE is one of many excellent options in the Greater Hongu area.
It is located just 10 minutes by bus from Kumano Hongu Taisha, and shuttle pickup from Hongu Taisha-mae can be reserved at booking.
YAKIOHOUSE can only accept reservations 4 months or less in advance.
Thank you for your understanding.
Although not located in the onsen hot spring area (Yunomine, Kawayu, Wataze / Watarase), YAKIOHOUSE is one of many excellent options in the Greater Hongu area.
It is located just 10 minutes by bus from Kumano Hongu Taisha, and shuttle pickup from Hongu Taisha-mae can be reserved at booking.
YAKIOHOUSE can only accept reservations 4 months or less in advance.
Thank you for your understanding.
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