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Great for a relaxing staff for trekkers on the Kohechi (right on the trail!) and Nakahechi.
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Blue Sky Guesthouse is a guesthouse tucked into a small valley in the town of Hongu, close to the World Heritage Grand Shrine, Kumano Hongu Taisha.
The young owner, Naoya Yamamoto, always dreamed of owning his own guesthouse.
When he travelled to other countries he received gracious hospitality from many people. He now wants to give back into the karmic travellers’ cycle and create a place that welcomes visitors to fully experience the area.
Each room has its own bath and toilet. Visitors also have free access to the kitchen and internet.
For those walking the Kumano Kodo or looking for somewhere to stay for multiple nights, this accommodation is a popular choice. Families also find the Blue Sky Guesthouse convenient.
For guests with dietary restrictions
We cannot accept requests for meal restrictions for the "Standard Bento-style Supper & Breakfast" Plan.
Please select the "Deluxe Bento-style Supper & Breakfast" Plan if you would like to request meals with special dietary requests.
Please NOTE: Doors may be locked until 15:00 as sometimes the owner is away during the day shopping and doing errands. This applies even for guests staying multiple nights.
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This charming house built in the 1970s is a cozy 2-story residence featuring 2 bedrooms, reception room, dining and kitchen area, and bath.
From the terrace, you can see the beautiful Kii Mountain Range and the world’s largest torii gate. Enjoy a glass of wine (courtesy of the owners) with the breathtaking view!
Villa KUMANO offers meals in collaboration with local businesses. For dinner, partake of a course menu with seasonal ingredients at Miya Sushi including a sushi-making experience. And for breakfast, specialty coffee from Sabo Sei and additive-free homemade bread from Marble provided in a box decorated with traditional Japanese “Mizuhiki” ribbon.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Only those 13 years or older are able to stay at Villa KUMANO. Sorry, 12 and younger are NOT able to stay.
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Kumano Kodo-no-Yado Reimei Lodging House is located in the small village of Ukegawa at the confluence of the Oto river and Kumano-gawa, 3 kilometers south of the Hongu village townsite.
The large yellow sign is easy to spot! One the first floor is a Chinese restaurant and on the second floor are the three guestrooms. It is a simple, basic, budget facility run by the cordial Mr. Nojiri. The rooms are Japanese style, with shared bath and toilet facilities. Famous dishes at the restaurant are gyoza dumplings using local Kumano beef, and Wakayama Ramen noodles.
The trailhead to the Kumano Kodo Kogumotori-goe section is nearby. The Ukegawa bus stop is across the street so public busses are convenient to use.
NOTE: Only one booking (capacity MAX 5) will be accepted each day.
Single occupancy is not available during peak season.
◆ IMPORTANT NOTICE ◆We will be closed until further notice.
