An Onsen Property located along the Ōtawa River. Enjoy a relaxing moment with the hot springs emerging from the riverbank.

This is a long-established Ryokan at Kawayu Onsen, where Onsen springs flow from the riverbed. It is the closest Ryokan to the large open-air bath "Sennin-buro," which is available from December to February every year. In November 2008, we opened three "Kumano Modern Rooms," guest rooms with open-air baths and foot baths inspired by the bamboo, wood, and earth of Kumano. Enjoy the ultimate relaxation of a foot bath while overlooking the river's open-air bath and the Sennin-buro (available from December to February). Additionally, a private open-air bath with a reclining bath was also opened in November 2008. All Rooms face the river, allowing you to fully experience the natural beauty of Kumano.

  • Delicious meals and warm hospitality, excellent location and views. Shuttle service to Kumano Kodo. It was a very fulfilling and wonderful trip.

    spark quruli 8/19/2025
  • I wanted to experience the Sennin Buro, so I stayed at Fujiya, a nearby property. It was a cold day with snowflakes dancing in the air, and although it was chilly before entering, once I bathed, I warmed up to the core and had no issues on my way back. The indoor bath was also clean and spacious, providing a pleasant experience. The meals were more luxurious than expected and very satisfying. It was a property I'd like to use again. Thank you very much.

    腰曲がり三四郎 2/20/2025

Facilities and Services

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  • Hot spring
  • Room with Open-Air Bath
Open-air bath / Free-flowing hot spring / Large public bath / Private bath
IN15:00~18:00
OUT10:00
Number of rooms31 rooms
PetNot allowed
Your childNot allowed
  • Japanese-style Room
  • Capacity 2~5 people

Chef's Choice Meal Plan (Japanese-style Room)

IN 15:00~18:00
OUT 10:00
¥40,600
Dinner and Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥39,788
(USD 251.42)

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Introduction of the Accommodation

Room
Room

The Sekirei Room (inspired by bamboo), the Hotaru Room (inspired by wood), and the Kajika Room (inspired by earth) each feature an open-air bath with a 2.7-meter foot bath.

Onsen
Onsen

Kawayu Onsen, as its name suggests, naturally springs from the riverbed. The hot spring source in front of our facility is located 8 meters underground and has a temperature exceeding 60 degrees Celsius.

Facilities and Equipment of Accommodation

  • The room
    The room
  • Hot Springs & Baths
    Hot Springs & Baths
  • Facilities & Services
    Facilities & Services
  • Meal
    Meal

Basic Information

TaxesHot Spring Tax
Card information
VISA / MASTER / JCB / AMEX / DINERS
Pets
Not allowed
BreakfastThere is no information about breakfast.
Your child
You cannot stay.
Room service
Not available
Common amenities
  • ○ Shampoo · conditioner
  • ○ Body soap · soap
  • ○ Towel · Bath towel
  • × Body towel · sponge
  • ○ Toothbrush set
  • ○ Comb · Brush
  • ○ Shower cap
  • ○ Hair dryer
  • ○ Shaving
  • × Shaving Gel/Foam
  • × Bath additives
  • ○ Yukata
  • × Nightwear
  • × Bathrobe
  • × Slippers
  • × facial cleanser
  • × Toner
  • × Lotion
  • × Makeup remover
  • ○ Cotton swab
  • × Cotton
  • × Clothing deodorizing spray
  • ○ Refrigerator
  • × Minibar
  • × Electric kettle
  • ○ Tea set (free)
  • ○ Television
  • ○ Safe
  • × Scale
  • × Trouser press
  • × Free morning edition
  • × Pay-per-view broadcast
  • × Satellite broadcasting
  • × Video on Demand
  • × Radio
  • × CD player
  • × DVD player
  • × Blu-ray player
  • × Speakers for portable audio
  • × In-room PCs and tablets
Facilities and Features
  • ○ Hot spring
  • ○ Rooms with open-air baths available
  • ○ Open-air bath
  • ○ Free-flowing hot spring
  • ○ Large public bath
  • ○ Private bath
  • × Sauna
  • × Ganbanyoku (rock bathing)
  • × Within a 5-minute walk from the station
  • × Within a 5-minute walk to the convenience store.
  • × Indoor pool
  • × Outdoor pool
  • × Pet-friendly
  • × Spa facility
  • × Fitness
  • × Free shuttle service
  • × Shuttle Service (Paid)
  • × Room service
  • × Room Service Available 24 Hours
  • × Barrier-free
  • × Childcare services
Esthetic Massage
None
Fitness gym
None
Public Bath
The number of Public Bath
2
Business Hours
15:00~09:00
Hot spring
Available
Free-flowing
Available
Milky hot spring water
None
Additional Information
100% natural hot spring (Add water)
Remarks
24:00 Gender switch Guest usage time: Check-in from 14:00 to 9:00 the next day.
Open-air bath
The number of Open-air bath
2
Business Hours
15:00~09:00
Hot spring
Available
Free-flowing
Available
Milky hot spring water
None
Additional Information
100% natural hot spring (Add water)
Remarks
24:00 Gender switch Guest usage time: Check-in from 14:00 to 9:00 the next day.
Private bath
The number of Private bath
1
Business Hours
15:30~21:30
Hot spring
Available
Free-flowing
Available
Milky hot spring water
None
Additional Information
100% natural hot spring (Add water)
Remarks
45 minutes/3,000 yen (tax excluded) ※ Please make a Reservation at check-in.
Room with Open-Air Bath
Hot spring
Available
Free-flowing
None
Milky hot spring water
None
Additional Information
Remarks
Spring quality and benefits

Sodium-bicarbonate-chloride spring

Neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, frozen shoulder, motor paralysis, joint stiffness, bruises, sprains, chronic digestive diseases, hemorrhoids, cold sensitivity, post-illness recovery period, fatigue recovery, health promotion, cuts, burns, chronic skin diseases, weak children, chronic gynecological diseases.

※Regarding the notation of "Gensen Kakenagashi"
In some facilities, heating or adding water for temperature adjustment may be performed. Additionally, please note that in some parts of the facility, the hot spring water may not be free-flowing from the source. For more details, please contact each facility.

SaunaNone
Hot stone spaNone
OthersThe Sennin Bath is available from December to the end of February. Usage may not be possible during increased water levels due to rain. Please feel free to inquire about the riverbank conditions.

Reviews

Overall Score
3.51
(12)
  • Rooms & Amenities
    3.17
  • Facility
    3.17
  • Hospitality & Service
    3.33
  • Meals
    3.83
  • Onsen & Bath
    3.92
  • Satisfaction
    3.67

*Reviews that have been translated from Japanese.*

*Showing only reviews from 一休.com (Japanese) and Yahoo!トラベル.*

Access Information

Address
Wakayama Prefecture1452 Kawayu, Hongu Town, Tanabe City
TEL:+81-735-42-0007

【From Tokyo】
Haneda Airport → (Airplane) → Nanki Shirahama Airport → (Car) → Kawayu Onsen
From Shirahama Airport to Kawayu Onsen, it takes about 70 minutes by car

【From Osaka area】
Hanshin Expressway or Hanwa Expressway
Wakayama IC → Kainan IC → Arida IC → Nanki Tanabe IC or National Route 424, National Route 311 via Kurisugawa → Kawayu Onsen

【From Nagoya area】
Kisei Ouchiyama IC → National Route 42 → Shingu City → National Route 168 → Kawayu Onsen
From Omiya Oodai to Kawayu Onsen, it takes about 3 hours

Parking Information
Fee
Free for guests
Parking time
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Parking space
No restrictions
Number of parking spaces
30 cars available outdoor
Valet service
Unavailable

Pickup and drop-off information
Unavailable

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