Vacation rentals in Tanabe

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?

Relaxing inn "Sei" near the Kumano Kodo, limited to one group per day. The hot springs are nearby. Free shuttle service to Hongu-cho, Taisha.

One group per day (up to 8 people). 5-minute drive to World Heritage Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine and Kumano Kodo. About 10 minutes on foot from Takatsubashi bus stop (free shuttle service to Hongu-cho to Hongu Taisha Shrine). "Sei" is located in a quiet village overlooking the Kumano River. You can spend time with your family and friends without worrying about other people. An inn in nature where you can see the starry sky at night and wake up to the sound of birds in the morning. There are hot springs nearby [Yunomine, Kawayu, Watarase (free shuttle service)]. We offer light meals, drinks, etc. Breakfast includes bread, eggs, etc. You can also order various bento boxes (for a fee). You can bring in your own food. BBQ tools are also available for rent for a fee. Please let us know when you book. Feel free to use the kitchen. Feel free to use the microwave, kettle, toaster, fridge, rice cooker, etc. Feel free to use the basic condiments as well. Washing machine installed. There is also a shoe dryer. The sacred living room has a charming beam ceiling, so please enjoy a relaxing time. It is located in the mountains, and is a space that is relaxing for both mind and body. The host is staying on the premises. We can transport your luggage in advance. Please let us know.

A former inn located on a hill with the remains of an old castle in Wakayama, Shirahama, and Kumano Kodo. Up to 5 people. Toilet, spacious barrier-free 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.

A 7-minute walk from Tanabe Station! Entire building, accommodates up to 10 people. Torikabuta Shrine, Kumano Kodo, Shirahama, Adventure World

This is a private house located next to the World Heritage site, Torikokujinja Shrine. The entire house is made of solid wood, and we strive to create a cozy space where you can relax and rest. You can feel the sound of the drums of the Torikokujinja Shrine and the four seasons up close. It is a 7-minute walk from JR Kii-Tanabe station, and is a convenient base for access to the Kumano Kodo, Shirahama Onsen, Adventure World, and many other places. < The charm of the Torikake Shrine > ・ There are 4 bedrooms, so you can enjoy it with multiple families, friends, clubs, circles, etc.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　・ JR Kii-Tanabe Station and Kii-Tanabe Bus Stop are 7 minutes on foot from the station. ・ 2-minute walk to Torike Shrine. You can feel the world heritage sites close to you. ・ 15 minutes on foot or 3 minutes by car to Ogigahama Beach, where you can enjoy swimming in summer. ・ There is also a convenience store within a 5-minute walk. ・ The shopping street is close by, a 3-minute walk, and there are plenty of restaurants. ・ This centrally located accommodation is convenient for getting anywhere.

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

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.

A rental cottage, offer a free shuttle service！

Cottage Kirihata is a one-bedroom house located in a rural village, just an eight-minute drive from Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine, a World Heritage Site. It's the perfect place for couples, friends. We suggest two or three guests are the ideal number for a relaxing stay. Stay in this quiet mountain setting, perfect as a base for a long road trip around Japan or a hike along the Kumano Kodo trail. We hope you'll enjoy reading, cooking, listening to music and rejuvenating your mind and body.

YAKIOHOUSE, a rental house along the side road of the Kumano Kodo

⭐ ︎ Discounts for consecutive nights! ⭐ ︎ It is located in a quiet village surrounded by the Kumano Kodo, a small side road, the Kumano River and the Yagiotani Valley. In spring, you can wake up with the sound of birds, and in summer, you can play in the beautiful river in the town. In the fall, you can walk the ancient roads and hike, and in the winter, you can go to the many hot springs in town! Pick-up and drop-off within the check-in time is also available in Hongu-cho.

"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)

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.

Perfect for starting the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage, sightseeing, or business in Tanabe City and Shirahama Town (limited to one group per day)

For sightseeing and business in Kumano Kodo, Tanabe City, and Shirahama Town, come to "Yayoi.inn", limited to one group per day, and can accommodate up to 5 people. Enjoy your stay with free parking The first floor is a cafeteria, and you can eat on Saturdays and Sundays.