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. 

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"No Meals" plan only.

Happiness Chikatsuyu is a cottage owned by the lovely Ms. Muya.  It is located in a small grove of trees just north of the Kumano Kodo in Chikatsuyu village next to the Hiki-gawa River.  The cozy cottage has a Japanese-style room, small loft, dining room, and kitchen.  The dining room features a giant wooden table.  The windows look onto the surrounding garden planted with a variety of flowering trees.  Guests often enjoy sitting on the deck or in the private gazebo taking in the peaceful location. 

The three annex buildings (Ken-chan, Masaki and Chii-chan) are named after Ms. Muya's grandchildren.  They were built in a corner of the property near the river surrounded by Japanese maple trees.  These three annex buildings are identical and each have two Japanese-style rooms, two sinks and toilet. The guestrooms are divided by sliding fusuma doors.  As with the main Happiness Chikatsuyu cabin, it is a private rental, there is only one booking per day.

There are two bicycles for each of the four buildings that are free to use, convenient for a cruise around town, or to visit the nearby grocery store to buy food. 

Ms. Muya wishes to share her little piece of paradise with you.  Welcome and fill yourself with "Happiness Chikatsuyu."

Momiji-no-Sato is a small rental house at the east end of the sleepy main street of Chikatsuyu village, directly on the Kumano Kodo route. 

This reformed house has a bedroom, living room, kitchen, bath and toilet.  A large wooden table is the center of the living space.

There are two bicycles for free use to cruise around the village.

Meals are supplied by the Happiness Chikatsuyu Yume near the Chikatsuyu-oji.  Check-in is done at the Hashiori-jaya cafe.

Supper is a bento style delivered to the accommodation, breakfast is served at the Happiness Chikatsuyu Yume where the lunch box is given to guests.

Private Rental: Only one booking per day.  If you reserve this rental house you do not share it with others.

Guesthouse Housen is a new, bright, friendly accommodation between Chikatsuyu and Nonaka, built in 2022. The name "Housen" (pronounced "hoh-sen") can be translated to mean "boat of abundance" and relates to Ebisu, one of the Japanese Seven Lucky Gods, whose figure often graces restaurants and inns. The owners certainly hope their guests feel an abundance of relief and relaxation.
This inn is perfect for small groups. Three western-style rooms available. 
The family who owns the inn transplanted after running a yakitori-style izakaya restaurant for 30 years in Wakayama City to start their own inn and cafe in the Kumano area.
Although plans include two or three meals, guests can also relax and enjoy light food and drinks from the "N.S. Cafe" next door run by the owner's son including a special homemade pudding (The pudding is available to guests for free with dinner at the accommodation). There are refrigerators with free bottled drinks on the guest room floors that are free-use. There is also a workout gym in an adjacent building with full weights and exercise bikes free to staying guests.

Chikatsuyu Cherry Garden “Sakura-no-Sono” is a set of Japanese houses on the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route on the west side of Chikatsuyu village, the first buildings on the left when entering the village. 

Both homes are lovingly maintained and elegantly decorated.  One room is in the "Family House", the same home as the family lives, offering a homestay style.  The neighboring house or "Annex" has two guestrooms with a lofty sitting area.  Next to the houses are terraced fields planted with cherry trees, from which the name of the accommodation is derived. From this vantage point guests have a view of the village. 


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Only one group a day.
Sorry, Family House is Closed for the time being.

Yamazakura Annex is part of the Chikatsuyu Cherry Garden “Sakura-no-Sono” set of houses on the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route on the west side of Chikatsuyu village, the first buildings on the left when entering the village.

It is a renovated two story house with shared facilities on the first floor.  The three guestrooms are different sizes and a combination of western and Japanese style.

Next to the guest house are terraced fields planted with cherry trees, from which the name of the accommodation is derived:  Yamazakura means "mountain cherry".  From this vantage point guests have a view of the village. 


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Only one group a day.

Minshuku Wago is conveniently located lodging a minute's walk from Chikatsuyu-oji shrine. The name "Wago" translates literally as "peaceful meeting" and reflects the owner's wish for guests to relax, interact and create once-in-a-lifetime memories. The owner hails from Osaka originally, but has lived in Canada and China, and fascinated with the Kumano Kodo decided to open a lodging in Chikatsuyu along the Kumano Kodo. The building, once a small local factory, has been transformed into a comfortable, refreshing inn. There are Western and Japanese-style rooms and a dormitory. For dinner, guests can be treated to Osaka-style specialty "okonomiyaki," a pan-fried meal with batter, cabbage and other ingredients. Minshuku Wago is a great option for Kumano pilgrims.

Minpaku Matsuri is a charming guest house not far from the Kodo-Aruki-no-Sato Chikatsuyu rest area on Highway 311. The friendly owner takes pride in delicious meals cooked with local ingredients. The accommodation is perfect for a couple or small group walking the Kumano Kodo with two western-style rooms and futon bedding, and features karaoke in the dining area for an hourly fee, draft beer, and coffee, until 21:00. The small terrace is a great way to relax in the evening, and take in the natural mountain landscape. Maybe you can spot "Sora" the cat wandering the premises.

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Sorry, closed every Sundays and January, February and June.