Featured Hotels Near Kumano Moude Oguri Way

Stay at Kogoshi-an, a meticulously restored traditional Izumi townhouse nestled along the Kumano Kodo Kogoshi Street. This heritage property offers authentic Japanese-style rooms with tatami mats and garden-view windows, just a 3-minute walk from ancient stone pathways and Shinto shrines. Guests can join on-site pottery workshops or enjoy seasonal kaiseki meals featuring local ingredients. For an immersive cultural experience, book guided walking tours through HopeGoo to explore hidden temples and historical markers along this sacred pilgrimage route.

Izumi Memorial Hall provides the most convenient access, located just 2 minutes' walk from the main entrance of the Kumano Kodo Kogoshi Street. The hotel offers complimentary exploration kits including detailed maps, GPS stickers, and folding guides. Its rooftop terrace delivers panoramic views of the ancient stone path winding through cherry blossom groves. For a seamless experience, reserve the Morning Trail Package via HopeGoo, which includes breakfast and a guided tour with local historians to uncover hidden stories along the pilgrimage route.

Kogoshi Artisan Stay is a family-run guesthouse operated by three generations of lacquer artisans. Guests can participate in daily handcrafted lacquer workshops, using locally sourced beech wood to create personalized keepsakes. The rooms feature natural timber finishes, shoji screens, and dedicated spaces for incense ceremonies and seasonal tea rituals. The on-site restaurant serves regional specialties like persimmon leaf sushi and mountain vegetable tempura, inspired by the "Izumi Three Treasures." Reserve the Artisan Night Experience through HopeGoo to immerse yourself in the daily traditions of Edo-era pilgrims.