Rating & Reviews : Kodo-no-Mori Anchan

Accommodation

Guestroom

(3.9 / 5)

Baths

(3.5 / 5)

Meals

(3.9 / 5)

Location

(4.7 / 5)

Reception & Service

(4.5 / 5)

Results: 269 View Reviews

Date: Oct/2026

United States (Male, age 70-79)

Overall:

4.60

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 4, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 4
Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

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No guest review.

Date: Oct/2026

Belgium (Male, age 30-39)

Overall:

4.40

Individual: Guestroom 4, Baths 4, Meals 4, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

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No guest review.

Date: Sep/2026

Japan (Male, age 50-59)

Overall:

3.20

Individual: Guestroom 3, Baths 3, Meals 3, Location 4, Reception & Service 3
Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

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No guest review.

Date: Aug/2026

Italy (Male, age 30-39)

Overall:

3.00

Individual: Guestroom 2, Baths 2, Meals 3, Location 5, Reception & Service 3
Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

Perfect Starting Point for the Kumano Kodo, but Overpriced

The location of Kodo-no-Mori Anchan is undoubtedly its strongest point. Situated right at Takijiri-oji, it is in an excellent and extremely convenient position, exactly at the starting point of the Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Route. For hikers beginning their journey, this is a major advantage, allowing you to start the trail directly from the accommodation without any additional transportation. However, considering the price, my expectations were considerably higher. At ¥20,200, this was the most expensive accommodation I stayed at during my entire Kumano Kodo journey, and unfortunately, I do not feel that the price reflects the quality of the accommodation, the services provided, or the overall experience. The food was good and certainly appreciated after a day of travelling, but it was not exceptional enough to justify such a high price. Overall, I found the facilities and services rather ordinary compared with what I expected at this price level. In summary, the location is excellent, but the value for money is disappointing. Kodo-no-Mori Anchan is undoubtedly a very practical choice because of its unique position at Takijiri-oji, especially for hikers starting the Kumano Kodo. However, given that it was the most expensive accommodation of my trip, I expected a noticeably higher standard of facilities, service, and dining experience. Excellent location, but unfortunately not the best value for money.

Date: Aug/2026

China (Male, age 20-29)

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: Aug/2026

Japan (Female, age 60-69)

Overall:

3.60

Individual: Guestroom 3, Baths 4, Meals 2, Location 5, Reception & Service 4
Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

オフシーズンの宿泊

オフシーズンだったためか、ご主人お一人でされていて、夕食はちょっと残念。。もっと土地のものをいただけるのかと期待してたので。 翌日のお弁当は、暑いなか歩いている途中でいただくものだったので、塩っぱめの味付けが美味しくて、ありがたかった。 ご主人にはいろいろこの後の古道のことなど教えていただき、助かりました。 ありがとうございました。

Reply Comment Posted: Aug/06/2026

automated translation: Perhaps because it was the off-season, the owner was running the place on his own, which was a bit of a shame when it came to dinner… I’d been hoping to try more local specialities. As for the packed lunch the next day, since we were eating it whilst walking in the heat, the slightly salty flavour was delicious and much appreciated. The owner was very helpful in telling us all sorts of things about the ancient trail ahead, which was a great help. Thank you very much.

Date: Jun/2026

Australia (Female, age **)

Overall:

5.00

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 5, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

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No guest review.

Date: May/2026

Canada (Female, age 40-49)

Overall:

4.60

Individual: Guestroom 4, Baths 4, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

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No guest review.

Date: May/2026

Japan (Male, age 50-59)

Overall:

4.80

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths 4, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

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No guest review.

Date: Apr/2026

Hong Kong (Female, age **)

Overall:

5.00

Individual: Guestroom 5, Baths -, Meals 5, Location 5, Reception & Service 5
Plan: Supper, Breakfast & Lunch box

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No guest review.

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