Hongucho Hongu Travel Guide
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Hotel Urashima
Nice hotel, friendly staffs and Great Onsen
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

KAMENOI HOTEL NACHI KATSUURA KUMANO KODO
We were halfway through our two week trip when we stayed. We were exhausted and even missed a couple of meals catching up on sleep. I could not have been in a better place to recover. The staff were great and the food is wonderful. The view is one of a kind.
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

J-Hoppers Kumano Yunomine Guesthouse - Hostel
Friendly staff, incredible town, perfect hostel to explore area. Information about local busses posted on walls was very helpful. I booked an extra night here because I loved it so much!
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025

Otonashi no Sato Wataze Onsen & Cottage
Awesome cottage. Great bathhouse. Swim in the river if you get a chance. Walk to hot springs. All free.
Reviewed on 17 June 2025

Vacation rentals -kou-
This was a very cozy stay. All amenities and documentation were well prepared and the place was clean. The host was very quick to reply on Expedia (less than 5 minutes) even at 20:00/8:00pm. If you have a family, having a rental vehicle is a must since walking is unsafe, especially in the evenings. ...
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2024

Vacation rentals -un-
Popular places to visit

Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine
Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine is just one of the places to see in Hongucho Hongu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's hot springs.

Takijiri-oji Shrine
After visiting Takijiri-oji Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nakahechi. Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's hot springs.
Ryujin Onsen
You can take time to visit Ryujin Onsen during your travels to Tanabe. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.
Kumano Hongu Heritage Center
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Kumano Hongu Heritage Center during your travels in Hongucho Hongu. Wander the riverfront and parks while you're in the area.
Tsugizakura-oji Shrine
After visiting Tsugizakura-oji Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nakahechi. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's hot springs.
Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Road Station
After visiting Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Road Station, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nakahechi. Make time to visit the spas and temples while you're in the area.