Places to stay near Kiiuragami Station

Starry sky and quiet inn (entire house)

In the silence surrounded by mountains, You can enjoy the beautiful starry sky and the fantastic morning mist, "Kaze-tosen". What is "Kaze-tosen"? It is a phenomenon where morning fog flows from the summit to the foothills, Visitors are captivated by its magnificent beauty. Just a 2-minute walk away, The restaurant, Sagirichaya, boasts local brand pork, Iwashimizudon. There is a farm stand, "Sagirinomachi", which sells seasonal local vegetables, bread, ice cream, etc., You can enjoy delicious ingredients from Mihama Town. [7 nearby sightseeing spots] 1. Iruka Onsen (Takisuiso): A hot spring facility located downstream of the beautiful Takisuigawa Gorge. You can enjoy a panoramic view of the Kitayama River from the open-air bath. 2. Yunokuchi Onsen: A secret hot spring surrounded by the nature of Kumano. You can enjoy a hot spring bath fed directly from the source spring. 3. Fuden Oroshi: You can experience the mysterious morning fog from fall to spring at our inn. 4. Maruyama Senmaida: A beautiful terraced rice field with about 1340 rice fields. The seasonal changes are attractive. 5. Fuden Pass: You can stroll along a mossy cobblestone road with a beautiful rural landscape. 6. Yokogake Pass: A pilgrimage route to Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine. It features a beautiful cobblestone road. 7. Oroshi Shrine: A shrine where you can feel the history that has continued since the Edo period. Would you like to spend a peaceful time while experiencing the rich nature and culture?

A former inn on a hill in Wakayama, with the remains of an old castle, Shirahama, and the Kumano Kodo for walking. Up to 5 people. Spacious, barrier-free toilet and bath

Founded in 1957, my grandfather, Eiichi Tanuchi, ran an inn called Aiwasho for the cultural development of Tanabe City, Wakayama Prefecture. In order to continue to protect its history and traditions, his granddaughter, Kiushuko, reopened the inn under its original name in 2021. Built on the site of Ueno Castle, this inn is a traditional Japanese house with tatami mats on the floor. Please relax in one of the two Japanese-style rooms. The inn is located on a hill overlooking the city of Tanabe, so you can enjoy the morning sun, sunset, and night view. On a calm day, we recommend having tea in a wicker chair on the edge of the hinoki cypress wooden deck, which was made in the image of the moon viewing platform of the Katsura Imperial Villa. The newly installed bath and toilet are spacious and barrier-free, so you can bathe together or use them easily even if you need assistance. We installed popin.aladdin (lighting with projector) in one of the Japanese-style rooms. It projects on the sliding doors You can watch TV, music, movies, etc. Enjoy BGM on YouTube before you go out in the morning. My parents, Kisaku and Shuko Tanai (Japanese), live next to the house, so please let me know if you need anything.

Limited to one group per day, Guest House Agai is convenient for walking the Kumano Kodo and playing in the river. You can experience country life.

Guest House Agae is a renovated traditional house that can only accommodate one group at a time. It is in a very convenient location, about 550 m (about 7 minutes on foot) to Kumano Kodo and Kinkou Oji, a supermarket (A-COOP), a bus stop (Kodo Aruki no Sato Chikatsuyu), and restaurants (Shoji Teahouse and Tororo-ya). The owner is a local Kumano Kodo guide, so we will do our best to accommodate your questions and advice about walking the Kumano Kodo, as well as pick-up and drop-off when you need it. We can also provide personal guides, so please let us know. Prices do not include meals. There is a supermarket and restaurants next door. ☆A-COOP Kinan, Kumano Kodo Chikatsuyu Store Supermarket "A-coop" 8:30 am - 6:00 pm ☆Restaurant "Toroya" 　Restaurant "Toroya" 11: 00-18: 00 (last order 17: 30) Closed on Tuesdays. We can also arrange meals, so please read the "Other things to note". "Agape" means "my home" in the local dialect. Please relax as though you were at home. Address: 1776-3 Chikure, Nakaharimichi, Tanabe City, Wakayama Prefecture 646-1402

Fudosaka, where you can become a bird with the 3600 peaks of Kumano below you　 A mountain cabin-style cottage surrounded by seasonal flowers Time to soothe your soul

Located on the southern slope of Mt. Myoho, one of the peaks in the World Heritage Kumano-Nachi mountain range, this is a mountain hut-style private accommodation with a 180-degree panoramic view of the mountains and the Kumano Sea spreading out below.　 The accommodation building has a traditional Japanese sunken kotatsu fireplace and a wood stove, so you can experience rural life, warm yourself by the wood stove, and be soothed by the flickering flames through the glass. Vegetables, blueberries, and fruit trees are grown on nearby farms, and you can experience picking them. We also raise chickens, so you can enjoy a slightly different morning egg rice with freshly laid eggs. You can also enjoy nature and refresh your mind and body in the midst of the seasonal scenery. As a Japanese cultural experience, there is a calligraphy lesson by a young female calligrapher. Reservations are required and it costs 1,000 yen per person for about an hour. Our mascot Bell (mix, 14 years old, female) is looking forward to your visit

Nanki Shirahama Inn (one group only)

The entire house is rented to only one group at a time (the price will be added depending on the number of people). It can accommodate up to 8 people in a 16-tatami mat (2 rooms with 8 tatami mats each) living room and bedroom and a 6-tatami mat bedroom. Fully equipped with a bath, toilet, washing machine, kitchen, and fridge. Face and bath towels are included. Free WiFi. The room is on the second floor, and it is difficult for the neighbors to hear sound, so it is a perfect house for families with small children or those who want to spend time quietly. The area around the house is quiet with little traffic and few pedestrians.

Ryunohara Hatago

Stay at Ryunohara Hatago, a 120-year-old farmhouse blending tradition with comfort in Japan’s spiritual heartlands. In the Edo period, Hatagos were small inns where weary travellers could recuperate. Today we’ve revived the tradition with a seamless mix of heritage and modern amenities. Whether stargazing, wading in the crystal-clear waters of the Hidakagawa river, or simply enjoying the company of rare chickens, this is a sanctuary for those seeking renewal and a deeper connection to nature.

［TEMPLE HOTEL DAITAIJI］A spacious Japanese room

◇◆ Temple Hotel Daitai-ji ◆◇ Have you ever imagined that you could stay at a Japanese temple? Looking back on 1,200 years, Daitai-ji is one of the oldest temples in Wakayama. It’s located along the Kumano Kodo - ancient pilgrimage routes. Feel your feet on trails that have been trodden by countless people for more than a thousand years. The unique temple experience and the beautiful nature will provide you a refreshing time for your body and mind. Your stay will be totally unforgettable!

Stay in a Novel. A retreat next to World Heritage

Our house is called Kamikura-Hideaway. It is a small 50-year-old house located at the foot of Kamikura Shrine. Contemporary artist Fulbrn revived it as the art piece "Narrative Space." Since this house once served as a geologist's hideaway, bits of history are scattered throughout the building. Our uniqueness has even been featured in the travel media AFAR, reflecting our commitment to a memorable guest experience. We hope you will enjoy touching someone's story "floating" around the room.

The private guest house with a view of the sea.

Nostalgic Beach House A private guesthouse in Nigishima, Kumano City, facing the calm Nigishima Bay. To reach it, climb about 50 steps (5 min) for a rewarding view. *Note: not suitable for those with limited mobility. There is no TV or clock—disconnect and relax. *Extra fee applies for 2+ guests. For safety, a motion-sensor camera is at the entrance; it only takes still photos when someone passes, never continuous video, ensuring privacy.

"Genki House", a house near Kumano Hongu-Taisha

It’s a house 8km from the Hongu Taisha. (about 15 minutes' drive) If you have a car it's more convenient, but if not I'll be happy to drive you to and from a bus stop or a tourism spot in Hongu area. My family run an organic farm, bakery, NPO offering long-stay for the youth, and an alternative school for children nearby. You'll have some loaves of bread from our bakery(^^)/ （If you don't eat bread please let me know beforehand)

Nachi Falls・Kumano Kodo /Entire House/庭園/BBQ/P/自転車

築１００年を超える伝統的な日本家屋をリフォームし、一日一組限定で気兼ねなくお楽しみいただける宿です。 宿の名前にある「陽だまり」のように、ここは特別に柔らかな空気が流れています。光や風の感じ方がどこか違って、訪れる人をそっと包み込んでくれるような場所です。ゲストのみなさまにも、この土地の魅力と、ほっとできる時間を味わっていただけたら嬉しいです。 当宿は世界遺産補陀洛山寺のすぐ近くにあります。また熊野詣の拠点として非常にアクセスの良い場所に位置しております。ぜひ徒歩4分の那智の浜で潮垢離（しおごり：海水で心身を清める）をして那智山へお参りください。 コンビニは徒歩3分、スーパーマーケット・飲食店・勝浦温泉・湯川温泉は車で10分圏内に沢山あり、非常に便利な立地です。美味しい海の幸や温泉で身も心も満たされてください。 庭でゆったりとお茶を飲み、自然と調和した贅沢な時間をお過ごしください。

Kumano Nakahechi "MINE-no-Yado" Mine own house

"MINE-no-Yado" Mine own house is a small Japanese style cottage in Mine village where includes Takijiri-oji, the entrance to the sacred mountains of Kumano. The house is at an elevation of 300m. You can enjoy a panoramic view of Kumano mountains, a wonderful starry night and even sea of clouds.