Best around Kumano Kodo, Shingu, Shirahama Spot List

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

Introduces Kumano’s world heritage sites

The source of worship to Nachi Falls

Located in a town famous for its tuna, this hotel specializes in preparing some of the country’s best tuna

A hot spring resort where you can play and relax as you please at an affordable price

A cozy accommodation with its own hot spring

A beautiful attraction associated with the legendary Kobo Daishi

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

Immerse yourself in the ambiance of Mount Nachi

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

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

View the world six meters below the water surface

Hirou Shrine’s object of worship is famous for the large volume of water and for having the country’s highest drop off

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

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

Exquisite hamburg steak made from domestic boar

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

Offering tranquil outdoor hot-spring baths with nature views, a Nakai-san personal attendant, karaoke, massages and sumptuous Kaiseki dinners, Yunominesou is a 10-minute walk from Tsuboyu hot spring, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The traditional rooms at Yunominesou Ryokan have sliding paper screens, floor cushions and Japanese futon bedding on a tatami (woven-straw) floor. Guests can relax in the Yukata robe or watch the LCD TV. All rooms include a toilet, an electric kettle and a fridge. The ryokan is a 10-minute walk from the beautiful Kumano Kodo forest path, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is 37 km from JR Shingu Train Station and 53 km from JR Kiitanabe Train Station. On-site parking is free. Guests can enjoy a game of ping-pong or billiards, or browse the gift shop. Two private hot-spring bathes can be used when it's available. A set-menu Japanese breakfast and dinner are served at the property restaurant. Guests with dinner included in the rate must check in by 18:30 to eat dinner at the property. Guests checking in after this time may not be served dinner, and no refund will be given. There are no restaurants in the area, so dining at the hotel is recommended.

A festival of fire unfolds at Nachi Falls

Hotel Sanrakuso features Japanese-style rooms with beautiful ocean views. Guests can soak in the hot-spring baths or request for relaxing massages during their stay. A free shuttle runs between the hotel and JR Shirahama Train Station, which is a 30-minute drive. The air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV, a fridge, and an electric kettle with green tea. Each has tatami (woven-straw) flooring and Japanese futon bedding. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy singing at the hotel’s karaoke room or purchase local products at the gift shop. The lobby features beautiful views of Shirahama Beach and provides free WiFi access. A vending machine is available for drinks and ice cream. The on-site restaurant, Wakuwaku offers a breakfast buffet of Japanese dishes. Sanrakuso Hotel is about a 10-minute drive from Nanki Shirahama Airport. Senjojiki Plateau and Sandanbeki Cliff are both a 10-minute drive away.