KUMANO TRAVEL

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, half-way 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 fisherman, 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.

Sansaro Cafe & Guesthouse is a "mountain-side cool" home stay in Kumano-gawa village (15 minute bus ride from Koguchi).  It was opened in 2014 by Ms. Uzawa, who fell in love with the location in the natural surroundings. She is a dynamic soul with strong interest in yoga, music, food, healing, and the vitality of the Kumano region. Sansaro is a cafe with a house next door. There is one guestroom in the cafe itself, the others are in the house.  It overlooks the Akagi-gawa river and rice fields with mountains framing the horizon on all sides.  The Kanmaru bus stop is nearby.  Music is a mainstay with a DJ stand, piano, and other instruments.  An onsen ticket is given to guests on check-in to use the nearby Satsuki hot spring bath for free.

Takata Green Land is an accommodation and onsen facility in a small community tucked into the lush mountains on the beautiful Takata river. It is about 30 minutes by free shuttle bus from Shingu or 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 has Japanese style guestrooms; and the original building houses the dining room.  The stone outdoor hot spring baths (Kumotori Onsen) and fresh, Japanese cuisine are highlights of a stay at Takata Green Land.

Minshuku Momofuku is run by Mr. & Mrs. Nakazawa, a retired couple.  
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) fisherman.  
Koguchi is located in the middle of the Ogumotori-goe (100 m to trailhead) and Kogumotori-goe (1 km to trailhead).  
Local produce from the surrounding mountains and rivers are served at meals.  
Mr. & Mrs. Nakazawa wish that guests make themselves comfortable and feel like Minshuku Momofuku is their second home.

NOTE: Minshuku Momofuku is currently not accepting new reservation requests because of family circumstances.

● Sorry, one night only per visit (Maximum 3 guests). No consecutive nights stay available.
● Sorry, no children and infants please.
● Minshuku Momofuku can only accept reservations 3 months or less in advance. 
Thank you for your understanding.