Vacation rentals in Kumano

A welcome house with a starry sky and countryside views

In a beautiful mountain village that changes with the seasons, Would you like to spend a peaceful time forgetting about everyday life? Our inn is located on a hill overlooking the starry sky and the expansive countryside. In the spring, the rice terraces filled with water reflect the blue sky and surrounding landscape like a mirror. In the summer, the fresh green rice swaying in the breeze plays a refreshing tune. In the fall, the rice terraces surrounded by golden ears of rice shine on the horizon. In winter, the straw bales piled up after the rice harvest create a winter wonderland in the rice terraces. Would you like to spend a peaceful time forgetting about everyday life in this natural setting? [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 the hot spring baths fed directly by the source spring. 3. Fuden Oroshi: You can experience the mysterious morning fog from fall to spring. 4. Maruyama Senmaida: A beautiful terraced rice field with about 1,340 rice fields, with seasonal changes as its charm. 5. Kazeden Toge: You can walk along a beautiful rural landscape and mossy cobblestone paths. 6. Yokogake Pass: A pilgrimage road 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.

Seijo is a relaxing inn near the Kumano Kodo, limited to one group per day. Hot springs are nearby. Free pick-up and drop-off in Hongu-cho to the shrine.

Accommodation for 1 group per day (up to 8 people).5-minute drive to World Heritage Kumano Hongu Taisha and Kumano Kodo.About 10 minutes on foot from the bus stop Takatsubashi (free pick-up and drop-off to Hongu Taisha in Hongu Town) and "Seijo" is located in a quiet village overlooking the Kumano River.You can spend time with your family and friends without worrying about other people. At night, you can watch the starry sky, and in the morning you wake up to the sound of birds chirping.There are hot springs nearby [Yunomine, Kawa-yu, Watase (free pick-up and drop-off)].We provide light meals, drinks, etc.Breakfast includes bread, eggs, etc.You can also order various bento boxes, etc. (for a fee).Feel free to bring your own ingredients.BBQ tools can also be rented for a fee.Please discuss with us at the time of booking.Feel free to use the kitchen.Feel free to use the microwave, kettle, toaster, refrigerator, rice cooker, etc.Feel free to use the basic condiments as well.Washing machine installed.There is also a shoe dryer.The living room is elegantly furnished with a beam ceiling, so you can relax and unwind.It is located in the mountains and is a space where you can relax both physically and mentally.The host is staying on the premises.Luggage can be transported in advance.Please let us know.

noad is a private guest house where you can stay with works of art. You can see the great nature of the meandering Kitayama River.

Located in Tokutsugawa Village, Nara Prefecture, with Wakayama and Mie prefectures right next door, it is close to tourist attractions such as the World Heritage Kumano Kodo, the Horyo Gorge, Tamaki Shrine, and Kumano Hongu Taisha, as well as hot spring resorts such as Yunokuchi Onsen, Kawayu Onsen, Yunomine Onsen, and Tokutsugawa Onsen.This is a private rental space with a loft using a staircase dance and a basement renovated from an old potato field, and it is also used as a place for artists to stay and create, depending on the period.ONKAI, an outdoor sculpture by a German artist, is a 2-3 minute walk away, where you can enjoy nature and art.Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are optional, and we offer vegetarian menus using vegetables from the Kumano region. ⚠︎ Because the river is close and the area is surrounded by nature, there are many insects in the warm season, and they may enter the room.Please make a reservation after understanding the characteristics of the place rich in nature. ⚠︎ We are renovating an old house that was built more than 100 years ago, and we are making use of the charm of the old timber.Please be careful if you have allergies to dust, etc.

“Seasonal vegetables” rural accommodation

Farm Stay AMAYADORI Here, Kumano City, Mie Prefecture is a rural village with mountains, rivers, fields, and Japan's original scenery. And we are a small farmer who grows rice and multi-product vegetables, herbs, and flowers. We provide the rice and vegetables we have grown during your stay, as well as fresh eggs grown in Kumano. The kitchen of the house is also equipped with condiments and cooking utensils. We hope you will enjoy cooking with us. My guidebook contains information about the surrounding area. Looking forward to meeting you soon. ​* We do not provide meals. ※ No toothbrushes are provided.Please understand. * Please prepare in advance for missing ingredients such as meat. * Please note that there are no supermarkets, convenience stores, or gas stations within 25 kilometers of the inn.

熊野古道小辺路沿いにある一棟貸しの宿YAKIOHOUSE

⭐︎ Consecutive night discounts are currently available!⭐ ︎ It is a private guest house that opened in the spring of 2024. It is a 3-minute walk from the bus stop off Kumano Kodo and Koheji.It is located in a quiet settlement surrounded by the Kumano River and Yagi Oya. In the spring, you can wake up with the sound of birds, and in the summer, you can play in the beautiful river in the town. In autumn, let's walk, hike, and go to the hot springs in the town in the winter! You can also pick up and drop off within the check-in time in Hongu Town.

古きを訪ねる宿sent｜海辺の囲炉裏 traditional japanese experience

Escape to SENT, a 100-year-old seaside merchant’s house in the peaceful village of Kuki, Mie. Enjoy a private rental where traditional Japanese life meets modern comfort. Relax by the irori fireplace, soak in a Goemon bath, or simply listen to waves. Just steps from the sea, try fishing, unwind by the fire, or explore nearby Kumano Kodo trails and historic sites. Experience authentic Japanese living, surrounded by history and nature, creating unforgettable memories in a timeless coastal retreat

Mikiura Guesthouse

Reservation start from 2 person / 2 nights minimum. We only take one reservation everyday so house is yours to use privately.We have no meal service since corona pandemic 2020. Guesthouse is a typical old Japanese house, not like a resort Hotel or Ryokan for business. Mikiura village is surrounded by the clear blue sea and natural green mountains, and located close to the World Heritage of "Kumano Kodo" You'll enjoy real Japan such as rural life experience, quiet time and beautiful nature.

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.

Kumano Kodo/Ocean view/House in a fishing village

——5 seconds to the crystal clear sea—— Oriya is located in a small fishing town of Mie. You can be away from the tourists and enjoy an authentic Japanese town. Oriya is a private lodge that is limited to one group per day. Outside the window, beautiful and calm sea and lush mountain scenery spreads out. Not only the scenery, but also the town itself is charming. Also it’s close to world heritage of “Kumanokodo”. It is possible to come to this place by public transportation.

Only 1 min. from the station. Cozy House in Kumano

1 minute walk from Shingu Station. 2 minutes from the bus stop. It is a Japanese-style house with a small Japanese courtyard. You can try on valuable samurai armor, helmets, and bridal gowns (kimono)for free. The house is reserved for a group of 3 or more people per day. Please relax as if you were at home. We usually accept up to 8 people, but we can accommodate up to 10 people on request. There is a convenience store in front of the house, which is very convenient.

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)