Best around Kumano Kodo, Shingu, Shirahama Spot List

Immerse yourself in the ambiance of Mount Nachi

A cozy accommodation with its own hot spring

Formerly Kumano Hayatama Taisha Shrine, this shrine is located on the grounds where Kumano’s three deities descended

Known as one of Japan’s top three beauty hot springs

Karaoke and a rock sauna at an open-air bath overlooking the ocean. Pets welcome

The moss-covered stone path is the most beautiful on the Kumano Kodo

The beloved traditional tubs have long been a symbol of Yunomine

A beautiful attraction associated with the legendary Kobo Daishi

The head of Japan’s Kumano shrines—famous for matchmaking

The spectacular views of the enormous rocks will impress you

The head Kumano shrine where various Kumano deities are worshiped

Introduces Kumano’s world heritage sites

Exuding an Edo-period ambiance, this traditional inn offers the best of the Ryujin hot springs

Drawing from two historic sources of water, this open air bath has a nostalgic atmosphere typical of traditional public baths

A path stretching through the verdant Kumano region

Enjoy a meal with brown rice in an traditional Japanese-style home

Exquisite hamburg steak made from domestic boar

Boasting sea views, Kurhouse Shirahama provides accommodation with a spa and wellness centre, a fitness centre and an open-air bath, around 1.7 km from Saki-no-Yu Onsen Spa. Offering free private parking, the 2-star ryokan is 600 metres from Shirarahama Beach. The accommodation offers a sauna, hot spring bath, family-friendly restaurant and free WiFi. There is a private bathroom with hot tub in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. Guests at the ryokan can enjoy an Asian breakfast. There is a coffee shop, and a minimarket is also available. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Kurhouse Shirahama also features an indoor pool and a hot tub for guests to relax in. A car rental service is available at the accommodation. Kishu Museum of Art is 1.9 km from Kurhouse Shirahama, while Heisogen Park is 2.4 km from the property. Nanki–Shirahama Airport is 2 km away.

A festival of fire unfolds at Nachi Falls

Boasting a spacious garden overlooking the Kumano-Nada Sea and the gentle mountains along the coast, Yado Kayuu features hot-spring baths, a summertime outdoor pool, tennis courts and Japanese rooms with sea views. Traditional Kaiseki Japanese cuisine is available for dinner. Guests at Hana Irodori no Yado Kayuu sleep in futon bedding on a tatami (woven-straw) floor. Each air-conditioned room has an en suite bathroom and an electric kettle. Slippers are also provided. The hotel is a 15-minute drive from JR Kii-Katsuura Train Station on the Kisei Line, and a free shuttle is offered. It is a 10-minute walk to the Taijicho Whale Museum and Taiji Kujirahama Park.