Characteristics of HONGU
Enjoy a stay surrounded by nature in a trailer house located right next to Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine.
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Enjoy a moment of peace and tranquility


Enjoy a moment of peace and tranquility
This space is simple yet equipped with comfortable amenities. You can enjoy a relaxing time surrounded by nature.
About HONGU
The Kumano Sanzan are known as the head shrine of the Kumano Shrines scattered throughout Japan. Among them, Kumano Hongu Taisha stands out for its particularly solemn atmosphere. This place, which has welcomed many pilgrims since ancient times, is still enveloped in deep faith and tranquility, and continues to soothe the hearts of those who visit.
HONGU
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Check-in procedure
Due to the self-service system, we ask you to check-in by yourself. The check-in will be done somothly if you pre-check-in before arriving.
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Enter and unlock by entering the PIN in the pre-sent email.
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Enter your information by reading the QR code on the tablet.
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Through the Teams app on the tablet on your right, contact the operator.
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Enter the building by entering the PIN received by the operator.
Details of the facilities
This is an information about the facilities of SEN.RETRET HONGU. We have a variety of amenities and tableware, so you can come empty-handed.
| Name of the facility | SEN.RETREAT HONGU |
| Address | 〒646-1704 336 Honguchō Mimiuchi, Tanabe, Wakayama |
| Mail address | takahara@sen-retreat.com |
| Parking lot | Available |
| Check-in | 15:00 |
| Check-out | 10:00 |
| Building facilities | • Living room • Kitchen Toaster / Microwave / Induction cooktop / Rice cooker / Various dishes • Washing machine Detergent / Fabric softener free of charge • Dryer • Shower • Wireless Wi-Fi available |
| Rooms・Facilities | Trailer House Cabins - 4 units (Accommodates up to 3 people) • Common to all rooms Air conditioning / Refrigerator / Electric kettle / Table / Washlet toilet / Washbasin |
| Amenity | Toothbrush / Hair dryer / Samue (traditional Japanese work clothes) / Hand soap / Shampoo / Conditioner / Face towel / Bath towel |
Access
It is located where supermarkets and convenience stores are not nearby. Please bring the things you need beforehand. Also, please be careful while driving since there may be wild animals appearing time to time.
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Located right next to Takijiri Oji on the Kumano Kodo trail, with a clear stream flowing in front of you, this is a rental lodge surrounded by nature and history.
This the very first accommodation of SEN.RETREAT. The trip of Kumanokodo starts from here.
Takijiri-oji
It is one of the "Gotai-oji" that has been venerated as being especially formal among the Kumano Kujuku-ojis. Located at the junction of the Tomita River (Iwata River) and Ishiburi River, it is a place that was emphasized as an entrance to Kumano's Shinto shrine. There are Kumano Furudo-kan and Takishiri Chaya there.
TAKAHARA
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This is SEN.RETREAT's second accommodation.
CHIKATSUYU
An accommodation which you can chill and be playful.
There is a private garden to spend time with your pet, and a rooftop terrace for you to gather around with your people.
You can find the softness of yourself through a variety emotions here.
This is SEN.RETREAT's third accommodation.
Kumano Hongu Taisha
It is the head temple of Kumano Shrine all over the country. Kumano Honogu Taisha is the first place to reach after a journey of difficulty. It is said that there are various benefits such as maritime safety, good luck, and warding off evil.
HONGU
This trailer house is nestled quietly in nature, very close to Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine.
It's a simple yet comfortable space equipped with all the necessary amenities.
Enjoy a relaxing time surrounded by nature.
This is SEN.RETREAT's fourth accommodation.
KOGUCHI
The sauna and magnificent Akagi River give you a sense of the great nature of Kumanokodo.
Listen to the forest and give your senses a special rest.
With the relaxation the nature has given you, you can feel a retreat that can only be done on Kumano Old Road.
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Kumano Nachi Taisha
Eight gods are enshrined in the main shrine. Shinto shrine, which consist of 6 buildings, are located in an altitude about 500 meters with 463 stone steps, are venerated as the guardian of agriculture, forestry, and fisheries, and as the god of marriage. In the back, there is the "Nachi Waterfall" which is a national scenic spot.
NACHI
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Kumano Hayatama Taisha
The bright red Shinto shrine stand out. Twelve gods are enshrined, and Hayatama god is thought to have deified the movement of water. There is a large tree of the national natural treasure "Nagi tree" and Kumano Shinbo Hall, which has national cultural properties, is also a highlight.








