The Resort Kumano Club brings together the best of the Kumano region: local products, experiences, and scenery.  It is an expansive facility in the low mountains near the Pacific Ocean surrounded by orchards, with a line of mountains in the background.  The location offers a relaxed rural feeling.  The guestrooms and cottages are well designed, many with private outdoor baths.  The executive chef prides himself on highlighting the delicious and subtle elements of the fresh, local produce.  They even produce their own, original handmade jams, salad dressings, etc. You can take it easy or be active, such as renting a bicycle or joining an optional tour; the choice is yours!

3rd Place Kumano Kodo is an old farmhouse in the Nonaka area near Tsugizakura-oji on the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route. Mr. Tetsuyama has reformed the building while maintaining the authentic charm of the countryside, rich deep browns of aged wood, tatami mats, fusuma sliding doors, and veranda - decorated with antiques.

There are 2 buildings, Main building and Annex. Each of them are for private rental, only two booking per a day.

There is a full kitchen, small bath, toilet, bicycles, and free Wi-Fi;  making for a convenient stay.
The congenial Mr. Tetsuyama is passionate about sharing the local mountain culture. He is an organic farmer with the diversity of crops. He would like guests to feel at home -- your personal third place on the Kumano Kodo!

◆Important Check-in and Dining Information◆
Check-in and all guest meals will be provided at the nearby reception building, "3rd Place Chaya4."
Please see image above about the reception location.

※Sorry, NO SINGLE OCCUPANCY accepted from March~May and September~November. Single occupancy requests can only be made between June~August, and between December~February.

Kumano Guest House is a small lodging near the Kii-Tanabe station (less than 5 minutes walk) run by a mother and son combination.  

The main facilities features two Japanese style rooms on the second floor with tatami flooring and sliding doors. The first floor features a reception. Guestrooms are non-smoking with air-conditioning, TV, and small communal refrigerator. There is a washing machine and balcony to hang clothes to dry. 


Friendly, convenient, reasonable.

Anakashico Hostel Kumano Kodo is a traditional Japanese house remodeled in the style of an international dormitory-style backpackers' hostel just 5 minutes walk from Susami Station. The owner started this inn after returning from a study-abroad experience in the hopes of creating a fun career while backpacking around the world. The inn faces the seas and is close to the station and about 10 minutes from the Kumano Kodo Ohechi trail. There are mixed and women-only dormitory rooms. Only No Meals plans available, but there are a few shops, restaurants, and even a wine bar nearby. This inn is great for guests walking the Kumano Kodo Ohechi route!

TSUKASA HOUSE is a comfortable guest house just 10 minutes walk from Kii-Tanabe Station. It is within walking distance to Ajikoji restaurant district, UNESCO World Heritage-listed Tokei-jinja, the Pacific Ocean, and also convenience stores and bento box-lunch shops. The renovated traditional home exudes the warmth of scented wood and offers 3 Japanese-style guestrooms. The manager moved from Yokohama and is now a local interpreter guide who speaks Japanese and English and can answer questions about Tanabe or the Kumano Kodo. It is recommended for guests just visiting the city or planning to walk the Kumano Kodo Nakahechi or Ohechi the next day.

J-Hoppers Kumano Hongu Yunomine Guesthouse is an international hostel in Yunomine Onsen.  Originally a Minshuku, it was opened in 2017.  There are a variety of room types including a well-designed dorm, mixed-gender dorm, private Japanese style rooms and quad with two bunk beds.  Indoor and outdoor hot spring baths can be privately used to soothe and relax mind and spirit (a favorite for guests!).  A full communal kitchen and basic foods are available.  J-Hoppers is often described with the following keywords: easily accessible, well equipped, cozy and carefree, and super informative.

J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse can only accept reservations 6 months or less in advance.
Thank you for your understanding.

GUEST HOUSE ICHIUME NO YADO is a set of refurbished, Japanese apartments located on the 3rd and 4th floors of an older multipurpose building near the Kii-Tanabe station by the restaurant district called Ajikoji.  These compact apartments are three different styles: 2DK, 3DK and 3LDK.  The 2DK has two Japanese-style rooms and kitchen.  The 3DK has three Japanese-style rooms and kitchen.  The 3LDK is the largest with a western style room with twin beds, two Japanese-style rooms and a larger kitchen.  Note, the kitchens are unfurnished, so no dishes, etc or foods.  For those looking for independence and privacy, these apartments are a good choice.

◆ Notice: Grand opening sale for single use in 2DK.

◆Sorry NO luggage storage service or luggage delivery available.◆

Minpaku Hinokuma has evolved from the owner’s hobbies: building things, travelling, and walking. 
He started by building a small wooden hut for a tea house where walkers on the Kumano Kodo section between Tanabe and Takijiri-oji could take a break.  Then over a period of 1.5 years he built a small bath house with homemade goemon cauldron bath and a simple cabin for sleeping.  The buildings are spread out over a large grassed area. 

A simple breakfast is supplied but evening meals must be bought before arriving or eat at a rural Chinese restaurant nearby. 
Shuttles are available from nearby train stations: Asso, Kii-Tanabe and Shirahama, plus Inabane-Oji bus stop. 

If you arrive early ask the owner to try blow darts, canoe or his other hobby!

Pension Branchee is a house in a residencial area near the south west coast of cape Shiomizaki, the most southern point on the main island of Honshu.  Further up the road is a lighthouse and dramatic rocky coastline.  This laidback, relaxed home makes for a good base to visit the area.  There are three guestrooms and a communal sitting area.  The owners are happy to share information about the area.

Meal plan is only available on Saturdays, Sundays and national holidays.

* As of December 2025, Guesthouse Branchee has been renamed "Pension Branchee."