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This article is an uncovered guide based on official and regional reservation information as of 2026-08-11.Please confirm the presence and location of the cat before making your reservation.
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“Onsen Minshuku Omuraya” in Hongu-cho, Tanabe City, Wakayama Prefecture is a Kawayu Onsen guesthouse that is easy to use during your Kumano Kodo trip. The official reservation site for the Kumano area states that cats and dogs are permanently stationed in the main building lobby and annex.
Cats living in the lobby and annex
Cats reside in the common areas and annex, and past accommodation records have reported interactions with friendly cats, so this property is classified as B.However, the current number of cats, their names, the operation of the cat room, and which building you can meet them in are not fixed information. I can’t confirm the instructions to come to the guest room either.
The facility clearly states that people with cat or dog allergies should understand that there are cats and dogs before making a reservation. It is important to ask the staff before petting the cat, do not chase the cat if it leaves, and do not let the cat come into contact with guests’ pets.
Kawayu Onsen’s source and multiple buildings
Omuraya is a guesthouse that aims to “relax in a hot spring bath and relax in your room.”Located in Kawayu Onsen, where hot water gushes out by digging into the riverbed, it is also known for its hermit bath, which is made by damming up the river during the winter. Terms of use change depending on river conditions and seasons, so please check the latest local guidance.
In addition to the main building, there are Buildings 2, 3, and the back annex, and the official website states that pets are allowed in buildings 2, 3, and the back annex. The guest room, bathhouse, and areas for cats and dogs may vary depending on the building, so it’s best to tell them your purpose, such as “I want to see a cat” or “I’m bringing a pet with me,” before choosing a room.
Kumano Hongu Taisha and Kumano Kodo base
The location is 1406-1 Kawayu, Hongu-cho, Tanabe City. It can be combined with Kumano Hongu Taisha, Kumano Kodo walking from Hosshinmon Oji, Yunomine Onsen, etc. If you use a local bus, the number of buses is limited, so be sure to check your arrival time and dinner time in advance.
Basic information
| Item | Contents |
|---|---|
| Facility name | Onsen Minshuku Omuraya |
| Location | 1406-1 Kawayu, Hongu-cho, Tanabe City, Wakayama Prefecture 647-1717 (local address: 〒647-1717 和歌山県田辺市本宮町川湯1406-1) |
| Cat | Resident in main building lobby and annex |
| Distance from cats | You may be able to interact with cats in common areas |
| guest-room visits | unconfirmed |
| Hot spring | Kawayu Onsen, free-flowing water |
| Pets | Pets allowed in Buildings 2 and 3 and the back annex |
| Official website | Onsen Minshuku Omuraya |
Location and Google Maps
Onsen Minshuku Omuraya (温泉民宿 大村屋)
〒647-1717 和歌山県田辺市本宮町川湯1406-1
Summary
Omuraya is a guesthouse where you can enjoy the Kumano Kodo and Kawayu Onsen while meeting the resident cats and dogs that live in the inn’s daily life. Conditions differ between multiple buildings, so if you are concerned about distance from the resident cats, please let the inn know your wishes in detail before making a reservation.
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Don’t just decide on this inn, it will be easier to choose by comparing the distance to the resident cats and transportation conditions with other inns in the same region. Before making a reservation, please check with the inn about the conditions that can change, such as whether the resident cats are still living there and where you can meet them.
