Kumano Kodo Lodge "Kumoma" in Koguchi

Accommodation

4.20

15 reviews

Kumoma front

View from window

View of village

Kumoma front

View from window

View of village

Toilet

1F window view

Sample guest room

Shared space

Bath

Interior view

First floor shared space

Description

Convenient Village Lodging

Kumano Kodo Lodge "Kumoma" in Koguchi, once an old agricultural cooperative building, is now a village guesthouse and artists' retreat. It is conveniently located between the Ogumotori-goe trailhead and access to the Kogumotori-goe, in front of the Minakata shop, about 200 meters from the Koguchi bus stop. The name "Kumoma" literally translates as "between the clouds," referring to the two Kumotori passes. The owner opened the inn in 2019. He had traveled to the Kumano area for work many times and liked the area, and finally found and renovated the current location in Koguchi. He had worked various trades as part of a work-for-experience program which he now promotes and wanted to create an appealing stay for both artists and Kumano Kodo hikers in Koguchi at the urging of other locals. The interior is spacious and relaxed. Guests can have either a western-style or Japanese-style room, or rent-out the whole guesthouse. A light breakfast comes with the stay. Bento box meals for dinner and the following day's lunch can be ordered in advance upon request. There is also a small kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave oven, and hot pot. This inn is the closest to the Ogumotori-goe trailhead.

◆ IMPORTANT NOTICE ◆
Kumano Kodo Lodge "Kumoma" can only accept reservations 2 months or less in advance.
Thank you for your understanding.

■ SELF CHECK-IN

Please note there is no staff onsite. Check-in details will be provided by the owner through MyChat of the KUMANO TRAVEL account after payment is completed.

Full Name	Kumano Kodo Lodge "Kumoma" in Koguchi 熊野古道ロッジ「雲間」　in　小口
Area	Koguchi
Type	Guesthouse/B&B
Address	452 Kaminagai, Kumanogawa-cho, Shingu City, Wakayama Prefecture 647-1201 〒647-1201 和歌山県新宮市熊野川町上長井452
Map Code	478 026 491*64
Maps	Google Maps KUMANO KODO
Check-in	16:00 - 18:00
Check-out	9:00

Rating & Reviews

4.20

15 reviews

Guestroom

(4.3 / 5)

Baths

(3.6 / 5)

Meals

(3.8 / 5)

Location

(4.9 / 5)

Reception & Service

(4.3 / 5)

Date: Apr/2026

Taiwan (Male, age **)

Overall:

5.00

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

Plan: Western Room | No Meals

在小口便利、舒服、且氣氛很好的住宿

晚餐及隔天的午餐，可以透過民宿預定或者到對面的南方商店準備。民宿是以前的農業事務所，我們住的雅房隔音很好。雖然廁所在一樓，半夜起來上有點小痛苦，但住房體驗整個很好。一樓是咖啡廳，晚上咖啡廳休息站之後，住客可以在一樓吃飯休息，有種在文青咖啡店住一晚的感覺。民宿主人很年輕而且英文可以流利溝通，非常謝謝她詳細的介紹以及招待。對了，浴室有浴缸。這在走了一天的山路實在是種救贖。但也請跟另外一房的住客協調好洗澡時間，因為浴室是共用一間的。

Date: Mar/2026

United States (Female, age 60-69)

Overall:

4.00

Individual: Guestroom 3, Baths 3, Meals 4, Location 5, Reception & Service 5

Plan: Western Room | No Meals

Location makes this stay

Overall, the welcoming staff and cozy bedroom made this place very comfortable. It was quite cold the night we were there but the staff were helpful in trying to bring up extra heaters. Arranging the bento dinner and lunch was great and totally met our needs.

Date: Oct/2025

United States (Male, age **)

Overall:

3.20

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

Plan: Japanese Room | No Meals

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No guest review.

Date: May/2025

United States (Female, age 30-39)

Overall:

5.00

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

Plan: Western Room | No Meals

Fantastic!!!

This was by far my favorite accommodation on the Kumano Kodo! Koichiro is the kindest person and made us feel so welcomed when we arrived at the Kumoma Lodge! The room had an incredible view of Koguchi and it was so cool to have the coffee shop below our room. Great vibes, drinks, and a real sense of community! Staying here was a highlight of the trip for me! The bento box was also so delicious too!!

Date: Mar/2025

United States (Female, age 50-59)

Overall:

4.60

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

Plan: Japanese Room | No Meals

Best place for us on the Kumano

These futons were so comfortable I emailed to ask what kind they were! They called the bath „the prison bath“ as it’s in the basement but the water was hot. There is a cafe on site and the host was lovely

Date: Mar/2025

United States (Male, age 40-49)

Overall:

5.00

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

Plan: Western Room | No Meals

Convenient Location

Next to the trail, really nice host and cozy place with a nice view to the town

Date: Mar/2025

United States (Female, age **)

Overall:

3.80

Individual: Guestroom 4, Baths 3, Meals 3, Location 5, Reception & Service 4

Plan: Western Room | No Meals

Rustic but comfortable stay in an area with limited options

There are not many options in Koguchi, therefore I was happy even though it’s expensive. You can order bento meals extra, Breakfast is basic. There is a store across the street for snacks and drinks. Good common areas for listening to music.

Date: Nov/2024

Australia (Female, age **)

Overall:

2.40

Individual: Guestroom 4, Baths 1, Meals 1, Location 4, Reception & Service 2

Plan: Western Room | No Meals

- No subject -

No guest review.

Date: Nov/2024

Japan (Female, age **)

Overall:

4.66

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

Plan: Japanese Room | No Meals

Fantastic place to stay

The house was amazingly comfortable, we had everything we needed, could swim in the river and do our grocery shopping before the sun set. I loved this place and would love to come back. Thanks a lot!

Date: Nov/2024

Macao (Female, age 40-49)

Overall:

4.20

Individual: Guestroom 4, Baths 3, Meals 4, Location 5, Reception & Service 5

Plan: Japanese Room | No Meals

- No subject -

No guest review.

Date: Nov/2024

Australia (Female, age 30-39)

Overall:

4.20

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

Plan: Japanese Room | No Meals

- No subject -

An amazing old agricultural building that has its charm, including the oddities of the layout. Two guestrooms on the first floor with the Japanese guestroom offering wonderful views of the river. Highly recommend jumping in the river after a long days walk (accessed down the stairs, a short walk across the bridge from the accommodation). The shared facilities were very comfortable and the woman working there was very willing to chat about Japanese life and the history of the building. The bath is located two floors down from the guestrooms.

Date: Oct/2024

New Zealand (Male, age 20-29)

Overall:

3.80

Individual: Guestroom 3, Baths 2, Meals 4, Location 5, Reception & Service 5

Plan: Japanese Room | No Meals

Spacious old rooms with a spectacular view

The rooms and building are a little tired, but they're extremely spacious and have an amazing view of the area. Bento boxes can be bought which were everyday fare but quite nice. There was a bit of a mixup and they didn't originally have a vegetarian bento, but our hosts were extremely apologetic and brought something quite quickly so no harm done :). Personally I think it's a little overpriced, especially compared to nearby areas like Kawayu onsen, but there aren't many options in Koguchi so I understand it.

Date: Jun/2024

United Kingdom (Male, age 70-79)

Overall:

5.00

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

Plan: Japanese Room | No Meals

Fabulous

This hostel was much more expensive than the others that we stayed in, but our room and the view from it was absolutely fabulous

Date: May/2024

Spain (Female, age 20-29)

Overall:

4.80

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

Plan: Western Room | No Meals

Cool guesthouse

Guesthouse from a renovated building. I believe the staff changes quite often, but we were very lucky as they were very kind and interesting. We didn't expect such a good dinner too, although the breakfast was quite poor. The place itself is big, comfy and cozy, clean and very convenient for Kumano Kodo. There is a store in front with a bit of many things too. Highly recommend.

Date: May/2024

Hong Kong (Female, age 20-29)

Overall:

3.40

Individual: Guestroom 3, Baths 4, Meals 3, Location 5, Reception & Service 2

Plan: Western Room | No Meals

Too expensive

Location is great but the price is expensive with fair services. Washing machine and kitchen are not provided . The guestroom on 2/F, washroom is on the ground floor,you need to go down. Have to pay for dinner if you want.There are no restaurants around. To compare with others guest house/hotel (others provide fresh meal<cook for the guests immediately,and,their prices are even lower, not like kumoma,the meals are pre-prepared & instant food> ), not recommend. Sadly,others were all fulled.

Price Plan(s)

Rental House | No Meals

from 57,200 yen

Japanese Room | No Meals

from 19,900 yen

Western Room | No Meals

from 12,100 yen

Guestrooms

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

Number of Rooms	2
Maximum Guests	6

Facilities
Refrigerator Air conditioning Microwave Desk

2nd-floor corridor: electric hot water kettle, refrigerator

1st floor: rice cooker, microwave

Amenities
Shampoo Hair conditioner Body-wash Face towel Bath towel Slippers Tea Coffee

Baths

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

Note: ● A shared bath, for private use take turns with other guests.

Meals

Breakfast
6：00 - 11：00

This price plan does not include meals.
Only a simple, light breakfast of toast, soft drink, fruit (like banana) is served free of charge.
Guests should prepare food in advance.
Reservations required for supper and lunch box. Please contact the owner, Mr. Ito, by e-mail (address provided upon reservation) and to be paid in cash on site.

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

Internet: Free Wi-Fi (Guestroom)
Free Wi-Fi (Lobby)
Credit Card: Not accepted

Access

Access Information

Busses run daily to Koguchi from Shingu Station. To and from Hongu by bus you must transfer at Kanmaru.
● ~ 1 hour by bus from Shingu Station (bus timetable 5)
● ~ to and from Hongu by bus (bus timetable 5)

More bus timetables >>

One day walk on the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route. Ogumotori-goe from Nachi. Kogumotori-goe from Hongu.
● 5 min walk to Ogumotori-goe trail head
● 15 min walk to Kogumotori-goe trail head

※ If you are making a traverse walk from Hongu to Nachi along the Kumano Kodo, please take a copy of the above bus timetable with you just in case you are unable to complete the journey.

Kumano Kodo Kogumotori-goe Map