Kawayu Hot Springs

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Kawayu Onsen River hot springs along the Kumano Kodo, Wakayama, Japan
Kawayu Onsen River hot springs along the Kumano Kodo, Wakayama, Japan
Kawayu Onsen river hot springs along the Kumano Kodo, Wakayama, Japan
An outdoors river side natural hot spring pool onsen with steam rising from it in morning sun, in Kawayu, Hongu, Wakayama, on the Kii Peninsula, at the end of the Kumano Kodo hiking trail, Japan.

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Sansuikan Kawayu Matsuya

Sansuikan Kawayu Matsuya

2 out of 5
Honguu Kawayu 29 Tanabe Wakayama
The price is AED 189 per night from Apr 3 to Apr 4
AED 189
AED 216 total
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Tanabe. Enjoy hot springs on site, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kawayu Onsen and Tōkō-ji are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (45 reviews)
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 December 2025

Sansuikan Kawayu Matsuya
Sansuikan Kawayu Midoriya

Sansuikan Kawayu Midoriya

3 out of 5
Hongu Kawayu 13 Tanabe Wakayama
The price is AED 762 per night from Mar 13 to Mar 14
AED 762
AED 846 total
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Stay at this ryokan in Tanabe. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and slippers. Popular attractions Kawayu Onsen and Tōkō-ji are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (21 reviews)
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 January 2026

Sansuikan Kawayu Midoriya
Kawayu onsen Minshuku SUMIYA

Kawayu onsen Minshuku SUMIYA

2.5 out of 5
1429, Hongucho Kawayu Tanabe Wakayama
Stay at this guesthouse in Tanabe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Kawayu Onsen and Tōkō-ji are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
Great hospitality and near a river side onsen.

Reviewed on 26 June 2024

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Kawayu onsen Minshuku SUMIYA
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Otonashi no Sato Wataze Onsen & Cottage

Otonashi no Sato Wataze Onsen & Cottage

3 out of 5
45-3 Hongucho Wataze Tanabe Wakayama
Stay at this cabin in Tanabe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Kawayu Onsen and Tōkō-ji are located nearby.
Otonashi no Sato Wataze Onsen & Cottage
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2.5 out of 5
Ichiya, Shimosato 352-2 Nachikatsuura Wakayama
Book a stay at this business-friendly vacation home in Nachikatsuura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Whale Monument ...
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Midtown Sakura Apartment House 102

Midtown Sakura Apartment House 102

3 out of 5
803-72 Yukawa, Nachikatsuura-cho Nachikatsuura Wakayama
Stay at this apartment in Nachikatsuura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Ashiyu Takinoyu and Katsuura Fishing Market ...
Midtown Sakura Apartment House 102
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Popular places to visit

Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine

4.5/5(5 reviews)

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.

Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine

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.

Tsugizakura-oji Shrine

Ryujin Onsen

3/5(1 review)

You can take time to visit Ryujin Onsen during your travels to Tanabe. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.

Ryujin Onsen

Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Road Station

4/5(1 review)

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.

Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Road Station

Kumano Hongu Heritage Center

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Kumano Hongu Heritage Center during your travels in Hongucho Hongu. Wander the riverfront and parks while you're in the area.

Kumano Hongu Heritage Center

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.

Takijiri-oji Shrine