Shizen-no-Ie is an old junior high school that was beautifully renovated as a lodge.  It is located in the tiny community of Koguchi, halfway between Nachi and Hongu, thus making it an important overnight stop on the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route. To the south is the Ogumotori-goe trail and to the north is the Kogumotori-goe trail.

It is also popular with fishermen, students, and families as a summer vacation spot.  There is a small river and shrine next to the lodge.  This is a great area to enjoy the peacefulness of an isolated mountain village.

Mitaki Sanso has the privilege of being the only accommodation on Nachisan, located just below the Kumano Nachi Taisha and Seiganto-ji Temple.

"Mitaki 美滝" means "beautiful waterfall", and "Sanso 山荘" can be translated as "mountain villa, mountain retreat, or mountain cottage", is an appropriate name for this lodging in the mountains with beautiful views of the Nachi waterfall, at 133 meters, the tallest in Japan and worshipped as a deity. 

Meals feature local produce in dishes, highlighting the seafood from the nearby Pacific coast.

It is a convenient base for walkers on the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route who are starting or finishing the Ogumotori-goe section.

Being located on Nachisan has lent a sort of austere feeling to this accommodation in regards to simplicity and rules, as it often hosts pilgrims to the area.  Please familiarize yourself with Japanese etiquette before you arrive. Also, be sure to check in by 18:00 at the latest.

◆Important◆
Supper will be served as a bento box meal.
The meal situation is subject to change.

There is no place to buy lunch around Nashisan. Customers without a lunch bento plan are advised to prepare in advance.

Takahara is a very popular destination for Kumano Kodo walkers. Kiri-no-Sato Takahara Lodge is located in the ridge top village of Takahara along the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route overlooking the Hatenashi mountain range. 

TThe panoramic views from the lodge are breathtaking, especially when the valley is filled with morning mist. You can look down the sea of clouds.

The owner spent his adolescence in England, Spain and other European coutries. At the inn you'll see beautiful, fusion of cultures in the  atomosphere he has created. Also he is an excellent, Spanish guitar player, and on some occasions you might hear his music. 

As the accomodation is referred to as "Organic Hotel," they offer organic food including wine and coffee, locally grown fresh vegetables. Their meals fill you with delightful energy. The water for the hot spring bath comes from Wataze Onsen in Hongu. The stay at Kiri-no-Sato Takahara Lodge will give you a nice and relaxing time to refresh your body and mind.  

Ryokan Adumaya is one of the main traditional inns in Yunomine Onsen, a hot spring village with over 1800 years of history.  It was founded by a shrine priest in the 18th century.  

All of the rooms are classic Japanese style with names such as “sakura” (cherry), “take” (bamboo) and “sugi” (cedar).  

The atmospheric inside baths are made of wood with lofty ceilings.  The outdoor baths are made of rock, and situated in an elegant Japanese garden setting.  

Ryokan Adumaya prides itself on using 100% hot spring water in all of their meals.

Minshuku Chikatsuyu is a small family-run guesthouse located in the Chikatsuyu village along the Hiki-gawa River.  The Hisui-no-yu onsen is a hot spring bath next to the inn.  The onsen water is famous for its smooth texture.  Minshuku Chikatsuyu is popular with pilgrims and walkers on the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route.  The view from the dining room opens onto the river and mountains beyond.  This minshuku is quiet and peaceful, with many guests relaxing outside by the river after their pilgrimage walk.  There are guestrooms in the main building plus two annex rooms with ensuite facilities.

Minshuku Nakano is a family-run guesthouse located in the southern part of Chikatsuyu village.  Originally it was frequented by fishermen looking to catch the delicious Ayu sweetfish that thrive in the nearby Hiki-gawa river (the owner is an avid fisherman himself), but they have opened their home and hearts to walkers and pilgrims on the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route.  It is located 10 minutes on foot from the Chikatsuyu-oji. 

◆ NOTE ◆ 
"No Meals" plan only.

Minshuku Yamane is a small family-run guesthouse in the quaint hot spring village of Yunomine Onsen.  The entrance is hidden behind a lush, well-loved garden and pond. This courteous and gracious minshuku is run by the cordial Yamane family.  The hot spring bath is open 24 hours and filled with constantly flowing thermal water.  Meals are hand-made with local ingredients.  Interacting with other guests in the communal dining area is great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

◆Sorry, we can not accept single travelers.
◆Minshuku Yamane can only accept reservations 3 months or less in advance.
Thank you for your understanding.
◆Sorry, one night only per visit. No consecutive nights stay available.

Minshuku Momofuku is run by Mr. Nakazawa, a friendly retiree.  This tiny guesthouse has only two rooms and is located in the isolated village of Koguchi in the mountains between Nachi and Hongu.  It is popular with pilgrims and hikers on the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route, as well as ayu (sweetfish) fishermen.  Koguchi is located between the Ogumotori-goe (100 m to trailhead) and Kogumotori-goe (1 km to trailhead) routes.  Local produce from the surrounding mountains and rivers is served at meals.  Mr. Nakazawa hopes guests make themselves comfortable and feel like Minshuku Momofuku is their second home. 


【Reservation Policy】
※Currently, we accept reservations for one group only per day (maximum 2 guests).
※Consecutive night stays are not available.
※We cannot accommodate children, toddlers, or infants.

Takada Green Land is a basic accommodation and onsen facility in a small community tucked into the lush mountains on the beautiful Takata river. This older facility is about 30 minutes by free shuttle bus from Koguchi, making this a good option for those walking the Kogumotori-goe and Ogumotori-goe sections of the Kumano Kodo.  There are three buildings, the Main Building has western guestrooms and hot spring baths; the Annex (Original Building) has Japanese style guestrooms; and the original building houses the dining room.  The stone outdoor hot spring baths (Kumotori Onsen) are a highlight of a stay.  Plans including use of the onsite saunas are also possible.

NOTE: This facility was formerly called '"Takata Green Land".

Hotel Charmant is a small hotel very close to the JR Kii-Katsuura Station.  It has well maintained rooms and is a convenient base for visiting the area and for those beginning/ending a multi-day walk on the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route to/from Hongu.  There are no evening meals so guests can explore the small restaurants which are famous for their fresh seafood close by.  The friendly owners do not speak any English, but are very hospitable to international visitors.

No elevator in the building.

Single Room: 1st–3rd Floors
Twin Room: 2nd–3rd Floors
Double Room: 1st Floor
Triple Room: 2nd Floor