BOND

Accommodation

4.72

12 reviews

BOND

Guestroom

Sample supper

BOND

Guestroom

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BOND entrance

Sample breakfast

Entrance

Dining

Guestroom

Sink and washer

Sample supper

Toilet

Sign

Kitchen

Description

Restful Ukegawa Guesthouse

BOND is a relaxing and cozy guesthouse located close to the Ukegawa bus stop in Hongu. The inn is run by the owners -- who also operate a bento box lunch service in the area -- and their pet dog. Meals use plenty of local, seasonal ingredients following the owners' sustainable ecological motto of "chisan chiso" 地産地消 or in English, locally produced, locally consumed. The bath and toilet are shared with the owners, but only one group booking is accepted per day, making it a comfortable retreat. With the Kogumotori-goe (to Koguchi) trailhead nearby, it is a convenient stay for Kumano Kodo walkers eventually heading to Nachi.

NOTE: There is a dog on the premises. Guests who have a dog allergy or who do not like dogs should consider a different accommodation. Thank you for your understanding in advance.

Full Name	BOND BOND
Area	Ukegawa, Greater Hongu
Type	Guesthouse/B&B
Address	145 Ukegawa, Hongu-cho, Tanabe City, Wakayama Prefecture, 647-1703 〒647-1703 和歌山県田辺市本宮町請川145
Map Code	478 259 259*76
Maps	Google Maps Area KUMANO KODO
Check-in	16:00 - 18:00
Check-out	10:00
Curfew	22:00

Rating & Reviews

4.72

12 reviews

Guestroom

(4.7 / 5)

Baths

(4.5 / 5)

Meals

(4.9 / 5)

Location

(4.6 / 5)

Reception & Service

(4.9 / 5)

Date: Dec/2025

Malaysia (Male, age 50-59)

Overall:

5.00

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5

Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

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The hosts were very friendly, took me to the Onsen daily, and prepared some pretty amazing food. I think I gained weight in Japan due to them :). Do get Google Map uploaded before you walk to Hongu as you might get lost walking form the end of the trail to Ukegawa. Extra bonus if you love dogs as they have a very cute Poodle.

Date: Dec/2025

China (Male, age 40-49)

Overall:

5.00

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5

Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

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交通が便利で、広くて綺麗な部屋です。料理が非常においしくて、お勧めします。わたらせ温泉まで送迎してもらいまして、旅の疲れを解消できました。ありがとうございました。

Date: Nov/2025

Netherlands (Male, age 30-39)

Overall:

4.60

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 4, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5

Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

Lovely stay at Bond

We stayed for 1 night at Bond, a guesthouse run by a lovely couple. Although English communication was very limited, the hosts made us feel very welcome in their house. The room is spacious and comfortable. The hosts drove us to the local onsen and we had some nice (Google Translate-supported) chats about our travels. But the best part of our stay was the food: after a long hiking day we received a delicious meal; and the next day an equally delicious breakfast and lunch box. Our vegan and glutenfree preferences were perfectly taken care of. Would definitely recommend!

Date: Nov/2025

Canada (Male, age 40-49)

Overall:

5.00

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5

Plan: Supper & Breakfast

Good location and great hosts

The couple owning the place were very welcoming and super friendly. The food was delicious and the room very comfortable.

Date: Sep/2025

Brazil (Female, age 40-49)

Overall:

5.00

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5

Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

The best part of our trip

Althouhh we were unable to do the trails we have planned for on the day we stayed at Bond, due to the weather conditions (Typhoon), the family cares for each and every detail to make it as smooth as possible. The house in itself is very comfy. The bed, the room is ultra spacious. The toilet is very convenient. The food is a separate chapter! They are incredibly prepared to welcome all kinds of restrictions in a very generous and delicioussss way. Everybody in the family is extremely friendly and receptive. It was the highlight of our trip, for sure!!!!

Date: Jul/2025

India (Male, age **)

Overall:

3.60

Individual: Guestroom 3, Baths 2, Meals 5, Location 3, Reception & Service 5

Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

Mixed Review

The food was excellent and the hosts are very friendly and superb. The guest room did not have attached bathroom. However, if food is priority, highly recommended. Was not close to the trek trail.

Date: Jun/2025

Canada (Female, age 30-39)

Overall:

4.80

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 4, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5

Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

wonderful stay

single female traveller, stayed in mid-May 2025. Had a wonderful stay at BOND. Owners are a very kind couple who recently expanded their longstanding bento-box business to include a homestay. Guests stay in a room in their home, shower and bathroom shared with owner. Their home is located close to Hongu/in Ugekawa however they are able to pick you up at either Hongu or Yunomine Onsen. They offered to take me to public onsen when I arrived but I had already done the Tsuboyu onsen so didn't need to go, but is an option. Food was delicious. They have a small very cute dog who is still getting used to guests- if you don't like dogs, this was not a problem as owners made sure you had your space. I had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend!

Date: May/2025

United States (Female, age 20-29)

Overall:

5.00

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5

Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

Excellent guesthouse experience with delicious food!

My friend and I loved our stay at Bond. Not only was the room comfortable, but our hosts also took us to the nearby onsen to bathe after our long day hiking, which was heavenly. They served us the most delicious meal, which was additionally gluten free (so appreciated because my friend has celiac!). Our hosts were so kind and accommodating, even helping us with a ride to a nearby town when we missed our bus. I would absolutely recommend staying here!!

Date: May/2025

United States (Male, age **)

Overall:

5.00

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths -, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5

Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

Guest House Bond

Foods are excellent, location is also very good, about 5 minutes walk to Ukegawa bus stop

Date: Apr/2025

Switzerland (Male, age 20-29)

Overall:

3.80

Individual: Guestroom 3, Baths 4, Meals 4, Location 4, Reception & Service 4

Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

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No guest review.

Date: Apr/2025

Taiwan (Male, age 40-49)

Overall:

5.00

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5

Plan: Supper & Breakfast

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No guest review.

Date: Apr/2025

Switzerland (Male, age 20-29)

Overall:

4.80

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5

Plan: Supper & Breakfast

Very nice experience

The hosts of BOND are a very cute couple with their dog. They were very welcoming (except the dog, he needed time to adjust to me ;)). The food they cooked was absolutely amazing. While there is no guest bathroom, they took me to an Onsen in the evening, where I could relax and wash myself. After a full day of walking, this was the perfect way to end the day. Overall, I highly recommend this place!

Price Plan(s)

Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

Vegetarian OK

Gluten free OK

Allergy OK

Others OK

from 14,900 yen

Supper & Breakfast

Vegetarian OK

Gluten free OK

Allergy OK

Others OK

from 13,200 yen

Guestrooms

Western Style	Yes
Japanese Style	No
Mixed Style	No
Other Style	No

Number of Rooms	1
Maximum Guests	3

Facilities
Television Refrigerator Air conditioning

The refrigerator is for cooling only (no freezer compartment is available).

Amenities
Shampoo Hair conditioner Body-wash Hand-soap Hair dryer Hand towel Face towel Slippers Tea Coffee

Toothbrush set (100 yen)

Baths

Shared Indoor	No
Shared Outdoor	No
Shared Sauna	No
Privately Reserved	No
Ensuite Indoor	No
Ensuite Outdoor	No

Note: Guests are invited to use Watarase Onsen, located about 5 minutes by car from our accommodation.
Shuttle service is available.

Opening Hours: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Last entry: 9:30 PM) Open all year round
Facilities: Separate open-air and indoor baths for men and women
Admission Fee: Included in the accommodation fee (No additional charge)

Meals

Supper
19:00～
Breakfast
7:00～9:00
Lunch
Pick up at check-out

● Able to cater to vegetarians and/or guests with food allergies on request
Please let us know details of what you cannot eat in advance.

Meal Options

: Possible : Not Possible

Vegetarian	No Meat No Fish No Seafood (other than fish) No Dashi fish stock No Dairy No Eggs
Gluten Free	With Miso & Soy Sauce No Miso & Soy Sauce (Celiac or Intolerant)
Allergies	Possible
Others	No Raw Fish/Seafood No Pork No Red Meat (beef or pork) No Shellfish

Vegetarianism and gluten free foods are not common in the Japanese countryside. Please double-check the meal options that are possible with each service provider to make sure that it meets your needs.

FISH STOCK: Often being able to eat trace amounts of the ubiquitous Katsuo Dashi (fish stock) makes it easier to find vegetarian options.

GLUTEN: For those who are not intorelant to gluten or Celiac then choosing Gluten Free "With Miso and Soy Sauce" will increase your options.

More Information

NOTE: It is difficult and not culturally sensitive to change meal requests, or make new meal demands, onsite when you arrive at accommodations. Meal options must be confirmed during the reservation process and respected during your visit.

Facilities & Services

Credit Card: VISA
MasterCard
JCB
AMERICAN EXPRESS
Others: ● Free washing machine and Dryer available

Access

Access Information: Busses run daily to Hongu from JR Kii-Tanabe Station, Shirahama, Shingu and Gojo.
● ~2 hours by bus from Kii-Tanabe Station
● ~2 hour 15 minutes by bus from Shirahama
● ~1 hour by bus from Shingu Station
● ~4 hours 20 minutes by bus from Gojo
● 5 minute walk from "Ukegawa 請川" bus stop.
● 7 minute walk from entrance of the Kogumotori-goe section of the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route

● 3km from Kumano Hongu Taisha.

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