Kawayu Hot Springs Travel Guide
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Sansuikan Kawayu Matsuya
The room was very dusty and dirty. It was very tiny! It was very difficult to get the heater to work. I’ve stayed at the sister hotel Midoriya, and I’d highly recommend going there instead! The amenities, rooms, and customer service are much better!
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Sansuikan Kawayu Midoriya
Simply beautiful. The onsen was so wonderful and the community onsen was even better. The staff were absolute professionals and went above and beyond our expectations. The breakfast and dinner were as we expected. I really liked their tempura but i loved the sashimi. My partner loved the beer dispenser:) ...
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Kawayu onsen Minshuku SUMIYA
Great hospitality and near a river side onsen.
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2024

Otonashi no Sato Wataze Onsen & Cottage

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Kokoyui Guesthouse
Special place traditional Japanese style cabin like but on the coast. We had an amazing stay, on a walk to get some dinner supplies at a market we were offered to come celebrate a holiday with community members, a truly special experience. Check in and out with lock box very convenient, be careful ...
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025
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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.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
- Kawayu Onsen
- Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine
- Nachi Waterfall
- Tsugizakura-oji Shrine
- Kumano Hongu Heritage Center
- Hosshinmon-oji Shrine
- Katsuura Fishing Market
- Kamikura Shrine
- Yunokuchi Hot Springs
- Kihocho Umigame Park
- Maruyama Senmaida Rice Terraces
- Daitaiji Temple
- Kiwacho Mine Museum
- Daimon-zaka Slope
- Taiji-cho Whale Museum
- Roadside Station Park Shichiri Mihama
- Mandara Museum

