Date: Apr/2026
United States (Female, age 20-29)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Great start to the trail!
Hiroki and Naoko were both very friendly and welcoming. They have a gorgeous property and were kind enough to pick us up and drop us off at the trail since it's not right on the route. Definitely the best meal I had on the trail! Very glad I stayed here - a great place to stay the day before starting the trail too.
Date: Apr/2026
Australia (Male, age 20-29)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths -, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Amazing food and hospitality
Date: Apr/2026
United Kingdom (Female, age 30-39)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Phenomenal dining and lovely guest house
Absolutely blown away with the cooking skills of the host. Having vegetarian food specially cooked in a country where it’s hard to find meals was truly remarkable. Someone give them a Michelin star ⭐️
Date: Apr/2026
Australia (Female, age 50-59)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
An amazing place to start the Kumano Kodo
Hiroki-san and Naoko-san were very hospitable hosts and picked us up from the stop and took us to the trail head in the morning and were great at communicating with us!. The accommodation is new and very clean and comfortable. The highlight was a really beautiful dinner (and breakfast) served in a gorgeous traditional Japanese dining room with some other pilgrims.
Date: Mar/2026
Australia (Male, age 20-29)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Super comfortable and hospitable
The hosts were very kind, picking me up and even stopping by a grocery store so i could buy some food.
The supper, breakfast and lunch they prepared for me was incredible!!!
The home was very comfortable and the laundry and washing machine was a bonus.
Date: Dec/2025
Australia (Male, age 50-59)
Individual:
Guestroom 4, Baths 4, Meals 5, Location 2, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Kumano stay
The only thing that stopped me putting 5 stars was that we would have liked to stay on the trail. However, our accommodation was exceptional. The hosts very helpful and welcoming, and the food top class. Like eating in a 5 star restaurant. Unbelievable. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Date: Dec/2025
United States (Male, age 50-59)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Geat place, great host and great food!
Hiroki & Naoko place are beautiful and super clean. Our stay was very comfortable. The food was excellent, likewise with the bento box we got for lunch the next day. Host & hostess was very kind and welcoming.
Thank you Hiroki & Naoko for your hospitality.
Date: Dec/2025
Japan (Female, age 40-49)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
ありがとうございました。
女ひとり旅でしたが、ご親切に対応頂き、熊野古道の旅がぐっと満喫したものになりました。熊野本宮大社まで辿り着けるか少し不安でしたが、途中の路線バスの利用の話しも小耳に挟み、無理なく旅が出来ました。ご親切にありがとうございました。しいて言えば、もう少し日本人の観光客が増えるともっといいですね。
Date: Nov/2025
Singapore (Female, age 30-39)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Lovely stay with great amenities including washer and shoe dryer which were really helpful due to the rain we encountered. Very sweet hosts who prepared the most amazing meal we had during the course of the trail!
Date: Nov/2025
United Kingdom (Male, age 50-59)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 3, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Some of the best food we’ve eaten in Japan
The hosts were lovely and prepared the best food we’ve eaten. The house was spacious and comfortable. Highly recommend
Date: Nov/2025
Netherlands (Male, age 60-69)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper & Breakfast
- No subject -
Date: Nov/2025
Netherlands (Male, age 60-69)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper & Breakfast
- No subject -
Hiroki and Naoko are very special people with great service and love for the guests. The way they contacted us by Whatsapp during the day of hiking and to pick us up after the walk is great. Delicious dinner and breakfast.
Date: Nov/2025
United States (Male, age 40-49)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Guest House Kiyohime was a wonderful place to stay.
Hiroki & Naoko from Guest House Kiyohime were very welcoming hosts.
While the house isn't directly on the Kumano Kodo, Hiroki picked us up and drove us back to the Guest House shortly after we finished our first days hike. We were able to get our clothes washed, shower up, and then we were provided with possibly one of the best dinners we've ever had. Breakfast and lunch were also delicious.
The stay was traditional and comfortable- and I'm still looking for the body wash that was provided in the shower.
The following day, Hiroki drove us back to the pick up spot, so it was as if we stayed right on the trail anyway.
Guest House Kiyohime was a very memorable experience, with two really great hosts, a quiet neighborhood, and a comfortable room/bed to sleep in.
Date: Nov/2025
United Kingdom (Male, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Outstanding
Really great food. Wonderful service. We were so well looked after. Brilliant
Date: Nov/2025
United States (Female, age 70-79)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Friendly and spacious guest house and delicious food on Kumano Kodo
A welcoming guest house with spacious accommodations, home-made cooking for dinner, breakfast, and boxed lunch. Laundry washer and dryer worked very well. The kitchen was equipped with all necessary utensils and cooking facilities.
Date: Nov/2025
Japan (Male, age 80-89)
Individual:
Guestroom 3, Baths 3, Meals 2, Location 1, Reception & Service 3
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
眺望が無い。下山口で前回泊まったので…
Date: Nov/2025
Australia (Female, age 60-69)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 4, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Amazing Service and Delicious Food
We were picked up from the trail rest area and driven to the accomodation. The little flat was very clean and comfortable. Everything you could possibly need was there.
Dinner and breakfast was served in the owners home in a beautiful authentically styled Japanese lounge room. The food was absolutely delicious and very plentiful, both breakfast and dinner. We were given a large filling bento box for your lunch the next day. Highly recommend.
Date: Nov/2025
United States (Female, age 70-79)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
A Great Start to the Journey
Everything was as described in booking information or better. Knowing that we would be picked up at Takahara, we were pleasantly surprised at an early pickup. Our rooms were spacious and comfortable. Dinner, shared with several other pilgrims, was beautifully presented and delicious. Above all, the hosts were thoughtful and kind.
Date: Nov/2025
United Kingdom (Male, age 70-79)
Individual:
Guestroom 4, Baths 4, Meals 5, Location 3, Reception & Service 4
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Food and dining room were excellent
Date: Oct/2025
France (Male, age 30-39)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Date: Oct/2025
Philippines (Female, age 50-59)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Food and service exceptional.
Date: Oct/2025
Australia (Female, age 50-59)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service -
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Brilliant
Fabulous stay. Comfy futons and loads of space. Incredibly clean.
Food was the best we had on the trek. Incredible hospitality. Thank you
Date: Oct/2025
Australia (Male, age 50-59)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths -, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Date: Sep/2025
Germany (Male, age 30-39)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Great food and friendly host
The host was so friendly to pick up in Takahara. Also the food was amazing and we have liked the dining area a lot.
Date: Sep/2025
Singapore (Female, age 60-69)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
The owner took extra efforts master the meal service just like a five-star restaurant. Perfect room, clean and space, privacy, laundry. Also, the transport is fast turnaround.
Date: Aug/2025
Netherlands (Male, age 50-59)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Date: Aug/2025
Japan (Male, age 50-59)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 4, Meals 5, Location 3, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Date: Jun/2025
Australia (Female, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Excellent stay, delicious food
Loved Guesthouse Kiyohime! The apartment was extremely spacious and comfortable, and the food was amazing (the vegetarian bento for lunch the following day was incredible - some of the best food I ate in Japan). If you’re not good with stairs or don’t think you can handle them after the first day’s hike, then the top floor apartment may not be for you, as there’s a steep staircase it. The shuttle service to and from the trailhead works well, so there’s no need to worry about staying outside Takahara. Lovely, considerate hospitality from the hosts.
Date: Jun/2025
United States (Female, age 70-79)
Individual:
Guestroom 4, Baths 4, Meals 5, Location 3, Reception & Service 3
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Great Food
The guesthouse has two buildings; we stayed in the annex and had a large, well-equipped Japanese style apartment. But the standout here are the Japanese meals, ample, with many delicious items and even sushi. The owners’ son is a professional chef in Tokyo and based on the cooking here, he must have inherited his talent from his mother. One drawback: This is at best a 15-minute drive from the trail. The owner picked us up but we did have a considerable wait; on the other hand he kindly drove us to the bus the next morning.
Date: May/2025
United States (Male, age 50-59)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths -, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 4
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Quiet house with kind host and great meals
All 3 meals were fantastic. House is in a very quiet neighborhood just a 6-minute walk up from the bus line. You can walk to Takijiri-oji next to the highway if needed. Host was willing to drop me off at the Fugen-bashi Bridge for an alternate first 2 km of the Kumono Kodo.
Date: May/2025
Australia (Female, age 30-39)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Fantastic guesthouse, super comfortable, private, and lovely owners with DELICIOUS food - what more could you ask for?!
Date: May/2025
United States (Female, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper & Breakfast
Fantastic!
We cannot say enough good things about the Guest House Kiyohime. The owners were great to work with and communicated easily in WhatsApp. We had a top floor apartment to ourselves that was immaculate, cozy, and had everything we needed, including a washer/dryer to launder our clothes from a challenge first day of hiking. The meals were incredibly well done. The owners' son is a chef, and apparently got his gift from his mom who put on an amazing spread for all our meals and take-away box for the following day's hike. Would recommend having more than the 4:30 pm pick up time at Takahara. Would highly recommend this guest house, hands down!
Date: May/2025
South Africa (Female, age 40-49)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Excellent host!
Hyaki & Naoko were wonderful hosts. They collected us early without a problem, and the room was spacious and very comfortable. There is a washer & dryer for 200yen, soap provided, and the bathroom was spotless with lovely amenities provided. The food was heavenly, a real culinary experience! They also went well out of their way to help us regain our lost luggage. They called the airline a few times and made sure it was delivered to our next location. These hosts really care about their guests. It is a short drive but that’s really not an issue at all as you are delivered back to the trail in the morning.
Date: May/2025
Japan (Male, age 60-69)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
お世話になりました。
高原から往復、送迎いただき、大変助かりました。
1人では広すぎる部屋で、ゆっくり過ごさせていただきました。
食事は、田辺まで足を運んで仕入れた新鮮な魚を、握りや漬け丼にして出していただきました。
とれも、美味しかったです！ありがとうございました。
Date: May/2025
United States (Male, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Amazing dinners. The best on the trip.
This was the first day stay, so I was a bit anxious as I didn't know what to expect. There was also communication needed to coordinate the van pick-up, however, there was no need to worry, everything worked smoothly as we communicated over WhatsApp. Food served at Kyohime was great, so much variety! Lunch box was great too. Loved having a washer and dryer available to wash any dirty trail clothes and dry items after a rain.
Had dinner with other guests at the table and made great friends.
Date: Apr/2025
United States (Female, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Wonderful guesthouse for the start of our trek
Kiyohime was the perfect start for our trek. The hosts are absolutely amazing, picking us up from the bus and delivering us to the start of the trail the next day. The guesthouse is not directly on the Kumano Kodo.
The hosts cooked the most amazing dinner, breakfast and lunch packet. It is served in a very nice Japanese style dining room. We had a spacious apartment to ourselves with lots of amenities. We would recommend to anyone.
Date: Apr/2025
Germany (Female, age 50-59)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Wonderful guest house and charming family!
It was the best place to stay on the entire Kumano Kodo trail. Very nice, warm-hearted family, best food and a wonderfully quiet place to feel good. Many thanks to the family!
Date: Apr/2025
United States (Female, age 60-69)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Day #1 on Kumano Kodo Trail
Our stay at Guest House Kiyohime was such a memorable and heartwarming experience. From the start, we appreciated the free shuttle from the rest area—it made our arrival smooth and stress-free.
Our hosts were incredibly gracious and welcoming. We stayed on the first floor of the guest house, which was spacious, cozy, and full of charm. One member of our group, a big fan of dogs—especially Rottweilers—was delighted by the photos of dogs around the house, which added such a personal touch.
The food was an absolute highlight. Every meal was fresh, delicious, and beautifully prepared in traditional Japanese style. We were especially touched to learn that some of the dishes were inspired by the hosts' son, who is a sushi chef in Tokyo. You could truly taste the care and tradition in every bite.
The guest house was well stocked with coffee, tea, and a hot water pot, which made us feel right at home. Our host also took the time to show us around the beautiful gardens surrounding the property, adding to the peaceful and authentic atmosphere.
I would absolutely recommend Guest House Kiyohime to friends—if for nothing else, the food alone is worth the stay! A truly special place with kind people and a deep sense of hospitality.
Date: Apr/2025
United States (Female, age 60-69)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Relaxing stay and delicious meal after our First Day on the Kumano Kodo
https://www.kumano-travel.com/en/accommodations/guest-house-kiyohime
Our stay at Guest House Kiyohime was such a memorable and heartwarming experience. From the start, we appreciated the free shuttle from the rest area—it made our arrival smooth and stress-free.
Our hosts were incredibly gracious and welcoming. We stayed on the first floor of the guest house, which was spacious, cozy, and full of charm. One member of our group, a big fan of dogs—especially Rottweilers—was delighted by the photos of dogs around the house, which added such a personal touch.
The food was an absolute highlight. Every meal was fresh, delicious, and beautifully prepared in traditional Japanese style. We were especially touched to learn that some of the dishes were inspired by the hosts' son, who is a sushi chef in Tokyo. You could truly taste the care and tradition in every bite.
The guest house was well stocked with coffee, tea, and a hot water pot, which made us feel right at home. Our host also took the time to show us around the beautiful gardens surrounding the property, adding to the peaceful and authentic atmosphere.
I would absolutely recommend Guest House Kiyohime to friends—if for nothing else, the food alone is worth the stay! A truly special place with kind people and a deep sense of hospitality.
Date: Apr/2025
United Kingdom (Male, age 40-49)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 4, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Amazing food with generous hosts
The host answered our phone call to pick us up promptly and the accommodations were in great condition. The food was amazing and the host was generous in taking photos for us to remember the trip by.
Date: Apr/2025
Japan (Female, age 40-49)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Date: Apr/2025
Germany (Male, age 30-39)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Lovely family
Guesthouse and people were great!
Date: Mar/2025
Australia (Female, age 40-49)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths -, Meals 5, Location -, Reception & Service -
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Date: Mar/2025
France (Male, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 4, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Date: Mar/2025
Taiwan (Female, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Date: Feb/2025
Australia (Male, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Guest House Kiyohime
Our stay here was very comfortable and spacious and the meals were our best in Japan, in all the hospitality was unsurpassed. A wonderful place to stay and a truly memorable experience. Highly recommended for a modern rural experience.
Date: Feb/2025
Australia (Female, age 60-69)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Very welcoming and caring and the best food in the whole of Japan!
Date: Feb/2025
Denmark (Male, age 30-39)
Individual:
Guestroom 4, Baths 4, Meals 4, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Date: Feb/2025
Taiwan (Male, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 4, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Date: Feb/2025
China (Male, age 40-49)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths -, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Very sweetheart house service and well-prepared local food.
House owner Hiroki and Nakko are very nice owners for my first stop, it exceeds my expectations at the beginning of this journey.
Date: Jan/2025
Hong Kong (Male, age 40-49)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Charming starting point for the Kumano Kodo trek.
Really such a great spot. The innkeepers were so hospitable and the food was totally amazing.
Date: Jan/2025
United States (Male, age 30-39)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Nice people, tasty food, and comfortable accommodations!
Everything was smooth from pick up at the Kii-Tanabe train station to drop off at Takijiri the next day. The guest house was comfortable and authentic, and the food was delicious! A wonderful way to start your visit to the Kumano Kodo.
Date: Dec/2024
United Kingdom (Female, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Special thanks to Hiroki and Naoko-san for making our stay extremely comfortable and memorable. We felt extremely humbled by their hospitality and care towards us. Domo arigato gozimas.
Date: Dec/2024
Malaysia (Male, age 40-49)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Thanks Mr Hiroki for the personal transport picking us up from the Kiyohime bus stop and sending us to the trailhead the next morning. Thanks for hosting us, excellence facility and very good meals.
Date: Dec/2024
Canada (Female, age 40-49)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper & Breakfast
Incredible food, warm hosts, impeccably clean room
We loved our first night at Kiyohime. The hosts were warm and kind, picking us up from the rest area in no time and bringing us down to the well-appointed and impeccably clean guest room where we spent the night. The guest house was large! Very clean and comfortable. The bed was so comfortable and was our best sleep of the trip! The addition of a laundry washer and dryer was very welcome. The dinner, though, was AMAZING. Absolutely exceeded all expectations. Perfectly prepared, fresh and plentiful. The breakfast was likewise delicious, fresh and plentiful. We had a wonderful stay here and highly recommend this location!
Date: Dec/2024
Romania (Male, age 30-39)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper & Breakfast
Best accommodation on the whole kumano kodo
Best accommodation on the whole kumano kodo. Everything was perfect, the accommodation, the food, the hosts, pickup.
Date: Nov/2024
United States (Female, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 4, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Excellent meals and accommodations. Hosts were wonderful and responsive. Picked us up from trail lookout and dropped us back off in the morning.
Date: Nov/2024
French Polynesia (Male, age 70-79)
Individual:
Guestroom 4, Baths 4, Meals 4, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Date: Nov/2024
United States (Male, age 50-59)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Incredible food and accommodation!!!
HANDS DOWN, the best food we had out of every place we stayed. I would say it is beyond restaurant quality. I would stay here again just for the food!!!! You also ate in a very traditional Japanese tatami room that was beautiful. Your accommodation is basically an entire apartment. The host picked us up from Takijiri (although he can pick you up from multiple places even Kii Tanabe station) and dropped us at Takijiri Oji, the start of the hike. He’s just a few minutes drive from there so very convenient. We stayed at highly reviewed places all along our trek but this place was the best in my opinion.
Date: Nov/2024
Netherlands (Male, age 20-29)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 4, Meals 5, Location 3, Reception & Service 4
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Great experience, very lovely host and the food was great too!
Date: Nov/2024
United States (Male, age 20-29)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Good alternative for staying in Takahara
The "room" was an entire flat with spacious rooms and a view to the surrounding mountains. The hosts were very kind and served dinner and breakfast in their beautiful home. The meals were large and delicious and the bento was good.
Date: Oct/2024
China (Female, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
非常好～～～
抱歉评价晚了～
民宿需要用whatsup与老板沟通，因为我的个人原因无法登入，只能让我的朋友加老板传递信息～老板可以在章3潮见山顶接，也可以送高原展望台～老板家里种了一棵150年的造型松，晚餐和早餐还有便当也非常可口。再次感谢民宿的夫妻。
Date: Oct/2024
Australia (Female, age 60-69)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Guesthouse Kiyohime
Spacious accommodation, wonderful hosts and hospitality, delicious meals, close to bus stop.
Date: Oct/2024
Germany (Female, age 40-49)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location -, Reception & Service 4
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
This was our best accommodation with excellent food on the Kumano Kodo!
Date: Oct/2024
United Kingdom (Male, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Wonderful accommodation including a free transfer
We were delighted to stay at Kiyohime guesthouse. We met some lovely hikers who were also staying here, and the host family were wonderful. They hosted a delicious and beautiful meal, and made sure we had everything we needed.
The host also kindly picked us up and dropped us off at Takahara, so that we could continue our journey. The price was included in the stay and this was really appreciated. The lunchbox they offered as well was delicious, and the breakfast was the perfect start to a hiking day.
Date: Oct/2024
Australia (Male, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 3, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Best food & best host on the whole trip.
What a way to start! A beautiful accomodation, which felt more like a private Airbnb than a Guest House! Without doubt the best food on the whole trip. Dinner for simply stunning, breakfast delicious & lunch a treat!
Hiroki & Naoko are just the kindest & friendliest host you could ask for. :)
Date: Oct/2024
Canada (Female, age 50-59)
Individual:
Guestroom 4, Baths 3, Meals 4, Location 3, Reception & Service 3
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Indifferent Host
This host seemed more of a business person, than a welcoming host. Communication for pick up was poor from Takahara to start with, following this, the texts from him were abrupt. His wife was more hospitable, but she did not interact with us much. We would not recommend this gentleman's guest house for this reason. We did not feel comfortable.
Date: Oct/2024
Canada (Female, age 60-69)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Very good stay
The host was very accommodating, picking me and other guests up from various locations. I accidentally left an item behind and he sent it to my next hotel. I offered to pay for the cost but of course he declined. He spoke English quite well.
All of the meals were *excellent*. The room was very spacious - pretty well a full suite with a nice kitchenette with dishes, dishwasher and some food supplies/ condiments.
Though everything was good quality, I still found the price to be a bit high compared to other guesthouses.
Date: Oct/2024
Singapore (Male, age 20-29)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Great host and amazing meals
While the location isn't directly on the trail, the host is able to shuttle to and from the trailhead. I ended my day at Takahara ahead of schedule, and was still able to get a ride back to this location earlier than the planned timings by messaging the host on WhatsApp.
The food served was amazing, and having a full apartment-like house to myself was extremely comfortable.
Date: Sep/2024
Switzerland (Male, age 30-39)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Flexibility pure!
I was contacted by the owner before the trip. he ensured that everything worked perfectly and i even was able to arrange the shuttle earlier than planned.
Since the Guese House is at the beginning of the Kumano Kodo you need to book the shuttle...thats why only 4 stars :)
Date: Sep/2024
Philippines (Female, age 60-69)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Excellent stop just before heading off to the trailhead of the Nakahechi route. Amazing hospitality of most gracious hosts Hiroki and
Naoko. Good introduction to the Japanese walking and culinary experience ahead.
Date: Aug/2024
Argentina (Male, age 40-49)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Excepcional
Aquí los anfitriones se llevan realmente todas los honores. Personas que nos ayudaron durante toda nuestra estadía en Kumano, y se preocuparon que pasemos una buena estancia, no solamente en su hermosa Guest House, sino hasta finalizar nuestro recorrido. Realmente da gusto y facilita mucho encontrarse con éste tipo de grandiosas personas. La guest House tiene todas las comodidades, es limpia, amplia. El anfitrión se encarga de recogerte en la estación de tren, y luego de llevarte hasta el punto de inicio del camino de peregrinación. Por otro lado no fue necesario alcanzar las valijas hasta el punto de encuentro de Kumano Kodokan, ya que también se encargó él de hacerlas llegar a nuestro Luggage Shuttle. La comida que nos dieron, que fue en su propia casa, fue excepcional, al nivel de cualquier restaurante de lujo, o lo que actualmente se reconoce con una estrella Michelin. No solemos regalar halagos, pero estas personas se lo han ganado con su trabajo, sacrificio, predisposición, y nos hemos sentido satisfechos por completo. No podrían arrepentirse de alojarse aquí. Laundry disponible.
Date: Jul/2024
Taiwan (Female, age 50-59)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
清姬
有接送服務，房间很乾淨，厨房很便利，餐點很有特色，主人很親切
Date: Jul/2024
Germany (Male, age 30-39)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Such lovely hosts and wonderful food!
Date: Jun/2024
United States (Male, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Great hosts, comfortable stay, delicious food
Hiroki-san and Naoko-san were incredible hosts! Hiroki-san was very communicative over WhatsApp before our arrival, and picked us up from Takijiri and dropped us back off at the trailhead the next day. The guesthouse was private, spacious and comfortable. The best part of the stay was Naoko-san's incredible food -- it was easily one of the best meals we had in the 3 weeks we spent in Japan.
Date: Jun/2024
United States (Female, age 50-59)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 4, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Great accomodation
Host and his wife went above and beyond and we could not have felt better cared for. There were able to navigate our dietary issues with no problems and the accommodation was perfect for a family of four. The lunch packed was delicious and kept us going on the longest day of our hike. Would certainly recommend GH Kiyohime to anyone traveling thru Takajiri.
Date: Jun/2024
Italy (Male, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper
Amazing
The guesthouse is very comfortable and spacious and Hiroki was the perfect host, he offered to pick us up by car and provided an incredible vegetarian dinner at his own place.
Date: Jun/2024
Japan (Male, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
会話が楽しかったです。
オーナーのご夫婦はとても親切で、この時期だけとの事でしたが、モチモチとした新鮮なモチカツオを提供してくださりとてもおいしかったです。お部屋もとても清潔で快適でした。 作っていただいたお弁当も愛情いっぱいでとてもおいしかったです。 私たちを友人のようにもてなしてくださり、とても素敵な思い出となりました。ありがとうございました。
Date: May/2024
Germany (Female, age 30-39)
Individual:
Guestroom 4, Baths 3, Meals 4, Location 3, Reception & Service 4
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Nice place to stay for one night, friendly owners
Date: May/2024
Switzerland (Female, age 50-59)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Perfect
Although the location of this lodging was a little bit out of the itinerary, our host came to pick us up and brought us back to the starting point the next morning. Location is quiet and beautiful.
The house was perfect. The meals served were incredible. Our host was very kind and very thoughtful. Our bento box for next day's lunch was a work of art and very much appreciated. A big thank you.
Date: May/2024
Taiwan (Male, age 50-59)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Date: Apr/2024
Thailand (Male, age 60-69)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
The host offer pick up at Kii Tanabe train station which is very helpful to us. Two rooms in one floor which give us a living room and kitchen space. So comfortable to stay. The dinner was fantastic , tice ball wrapped with special local tree leaf, just delicious. Their fried chicken was taste to bite. The porridge at the breakfast was hard to find at other place. Very good one.
Date: Apr/2024
Singapore (Female, age 30-39)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 4
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Date: Apr/2024
Japan (Male, age 50-59)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper
舌も楽しませてくれる熊野古道もあり
何度も訪れている熊野古道。中辺路、小辺路、伊勢路、小雲大雲と主は歩き。自分の体力不足や無謀な工程により何度も宿主さまに迷惑を掛けているため、正直食事は二の次、空腹満たされれば良しとしてきました。今回は熊野トラベル様で紹介されたゲストハウス清姫。いつものスタンスで食事を迎えると、過去とは違う宿主さまの意気込を感じます。出てくる料理の数々は宿主夫妻の自慢の素材を活かした逸品。どれも美味しくもっと食べたい品ばかり。宿主さまは田辺の食の魅力を話されます。話と味があっていて惹き込まれます。うん、田辺って美味しいところ魅力満載です。歩き旅に贅沢な食事は必要ないと思っていた私、考え改めました。美味しい料理を求めて20㌔歩きも１つのゴールですね。感謝。
Date: Jan/2024
China (Female, age 20-29)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
The pick up services from train station was great, welcoming hosts and fantastic meals.
Date: Dec/2023
Netherlands (Female, age 30-39)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 4, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
Amazing first stop before the Kumano
We started here the first night before the kumano. We couldnt have whished for a better place and host to start. We were welcomed (and even picked up from the bus station), greeted with a wonderfull dinner. The lunch was one of the best we had during the track. He even drove us to the start of the trail which was amazing!!
Date: Nov/2023
Japan (Female, age 60-69)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 4, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
帽子を置き忘れましたら、次の宿泊場所（MUIさん）まで届けてくださいました。
Date: Nov/2023
Australia (Female, age 60-69)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
My very kind host picked me up from my day’s walk’s finishing point and drove me back to the guesthouse (thank you!) I stayed in the upstairs rooms which were large and comfortable and included every convenience. I must mention the dinner provided which was delicious and included locally caught crab. Such a treat! In the morning he drove me back to the starting point of that morning’s walk. I appreciated the generous service.
Date: Nov/2023
Canada (Female, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths -, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
The host and his wife were very welcoming. We walked from Takijiri to Takahara the first day and then took the bus to this location which was very easy. The host had also tried to pick us up at Takahara which was very kind. The host dropped us back at Takahara the following morning to continue our walk. Highly recommend this accommodation.
Date: Oct/2023
Singapore (Female, age 30-39)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Date: Oct/2023
Japan (Male, age 70-79)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
ゆっくりと広いお部屋で旅の疲れがいっぺんに消え、明日の旅への原動力となりました。
ありがとうございました。
Date: Jul/2023
Spain (Female, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
The Best
Hiroki and his wife are the best. They will look after you a lot and they really care about you. The food is amazing, the house is amazing, everything is so good! I totally recommend it!
Date: May/2023
Japan (Female, age 60-69)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
熊野古道への立地はよくありませんが、清姫に関する場所があり、興味深かったです。それにサービスもとても良いと思います。
Date: May/2023
Japan (Male, age 60-69)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 4, Meals 4, Location 2, Reception & Service 4
Plan:
Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box
- No subject -
Date: May/2023
Republic of Korea (Female, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals -, Location 4, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
No Meals
- No subject -
타키지리까지 차로 마중나와주셨고 식사예약을 안한 우리를 위해 일부러 슈퍼에도 들려주셨다.
청결상태도 아주 좋았으며 깊고 넓은 욕조는 최고였다.
Date: Apr/2023
United States (Female, age 40-49)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper
Wonderful hospitality
Wonderful hospitality, from the pickup at the train to the next morning delivery to the trailhead. Gorgeous location. Very friendly. Wonderful experience
Date: Apr/2023
Netherlands (Male, age 20-29)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper
Great experience
Just a short review however had an absolutely fantastic time at this guesthouse. If I could give reception and service more than five stars I definitely would. The food was amazing as well and while a bit out of the way of town, the location was a very nice and small village near Takjiri-oji. Finally the guesthouse was so large that you have more space than you would know what to do with it.
Definitely a reccomended stay if you are in the area.
Date: Nov/2022
Japan (Male, age 60-69)
Individual:
Guestroom 4, Baths 4, Meals 4, Location 3, Reception & Service 4
Plan:
Supper
- No subject -
よさそうな若者でした。
やや、清掃不足のところも。
Date: Oct/2019
Greece (Female, age **)
Individual:
Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan:
Supper
- No subject -
The host was very kind and had offered to pick us up at Tanabe station. While driving he showed us the area and our starting point for hiking in Takijiri for the next morning. Although there were no buses at the time we wanted to start our trek, it was an easy walk from the guesthouse to Takijiri.
The host offered us a bag of local citrus fruits which were delicious and so refreshing for our trek. As for dinner time we thought that the restaurant would close at 18:30, so instead the restaurant owner came to the guesthouse with bento boxes at around 17:20. By the way, the bento was exquisite filled with lots of delicious varieties, very nutritious, and what we needed for a good start of our pilgrimage.
No Meat
No Fish
No Seafood (other than fish)
No Dashi fish stock
No Dairy
No Eggs