[2025 Nachikatsuura Stay] Travel Guide for Kumano-Bettei Nakanoshima (Updated Mar)

We found a private, luxurious inn in Wakayama's Nanki Katsuura Onsen, where the entire island is a ryokan and can only be reached by private boat✨ ✅All rooms have ocean views ✅A spectacular open-air bath where you can feel the ocean♨️ ✅Even though it's by the sea, the sulfur springs are of the highest quality ✅The quality of the food is on another level🤤 We can confidently say that this is an inn worth visiting, even if it's far away👍 #onsen #luxuryhotel #spectacularhotel #photogenichotel

Craving an escape to a secluded island oasis? 🧳✨ Nestled in the heart of Wakayama's hot spring region, I've discovered a gem where the entire isle is your ryokan—a luxurious private haven accessible only by boat. Here's why it's worth the journey: 👀 Every room boasts a breathtaking ocean view, ensuring a serene awakening to the sound of waves. Wake up in paradise! 🛀 Indulge in the open-air hot spring baths with a stunning seascape. And guess what? It's a sulphur spring right by the sea, offering top-notch quality for your rejuvenating dips. 🍽️ The culinary experience here is off the charts! Savor dishes that'll have your taste buds dancing in delight. This spot is a sanctuary for solo travelers and couples alike, offering a taste of luxury that's been featured in numerous magazines. With plans to offer whole-island rentals and even helicopter access in the future, this retreat is all about exclusivity and pampering. 🚁 Privacy in the baths? Check! Ladies, they've got you covered with bathing attire. The staff's personal touch and dedication to your experience are commendable, making every moment special. 🌟 Whether you're flying solo or with a special someone, this hotel is a must-visit. Trust me, it's a slice of paradise worth every mile traveled! 📍 1179-9 Katsuura, Nachikatsuura Town, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan 🚢 Dive into a world of exceptional service, mouthwatering cuisine, and heavenly onsen bliss. And for the cherry on top—free beer at 3 pm and sake and umeshu at 7 pm! 🍺🍶 #EscapeToParadise #IslandLuxury #OnsenHeaven #GourmetGetaway #ScenicSanctuary

#AccommodationReview If you want to spend an extraordinary retreat, this is the place to go! A luxurious hotel that is also friendly to solo travelers and has been featured in various magazines, Aokishima no Yado Kumano Bettei Nakanoshima☺️💗 The Nankai Electric Railway Group rebranded this long-established inn into a high-end Japanese-style resort and re-opened it on April 19, 2019🙌 In the future, they plan to create plans for renting the whole island and taking a helicopter ride to the island🚁 It's great that the staff know their guests well, and it's great to see them thinking about how to make their guests have a wonderful time◎ The open-air bath is completely visible from the outside, so bathing suits are provided for women😌 The food was delicious and it was a great hotel! This hotel is recommended for solo travelers and couples✨ 📍 Blue Island Inn Kumano Bettei NakanoshimaAddress: 1179-9 Katsuura, Nachikatsuura-cho, Higashimuro-gun, Wakayama PrefectureHow to get there: Private shuttle boat from Katsuura Port🚢Recommended points: Experience something out of the ordinary, amazing views, and great hospitality! #hotel #hocance #hotspring #solotravel #rewardhotel #greatviewhotel

🎐 Discover Japan's most mysterious Koyasan, part of the 'Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range' 🙏, listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO 🌏. Walking the Kumano Kodo 🚶🏻‍♂️ is the most direct way to experience Japanese culture 🙋‍. The shrines and temples scattered among the towering mountains ⛩ silently tell the vicissitudes of the ancient pilgrimage road... - 【Tour Highlights】 Pilgrimage to the World Heritage Koyasan ⛰ Experience temple Zen activities Walk the pilgrimage Kumano Kodo 🚶🏻‍♂️ Enjoy the world-class pilgrimage trail Watch the tuna disassembly show 🐟 Kansai's coolest Kuroshio Seafood Market Explore the beautiful mountain and sea scenery of Shirahama 🌊 Full Moon Island, Chikushi, Three-Section Wall Explore the mysterious mermaid of a thousand years 🤔 Toba Ama performance Pilgrimage to the highest shrine in this life ⛩ The spiritual home of the Japanese, Ise Jingu - 【Encounter on the way】 ✅Wakayama｜Kuroshio Market, Kotama Tram, Wakayama Castle, Full Moon Island, Chikushi, Three-Section Wall ✅Koyasan｜Buddha chanting, Aji view, copying scriptures, Kongobuji, Danjogaran, Okunoin ✅Kumano Kodo｜Nakahechi, Hongu Taisha, Hayatama Taisha, Nachi Taisha, Seigantoji, Nachi Waterfall ✅Mie｜Meoto Iwa, Hinjitsukan, Pearl Museum, Ama performance, Toba Aquarium, Ise Jingu - 【Accommodation】 🏡Ichijoin Shukubo｜A traditional temple in Koyasan, with highly valuable buildings and Buddha statues, offering delicious vegetarian meals and thoughtful service 🏡Hamachidori no Yu Kaishu｜Meet the sea in the guest room, enjoy a happy bath overlooking the sea, and relax 🏡Kumano Bettei Nakanoshima Hotel｜Located on Aoi Island Nakanoshima, all rooms have magnificent sea views and quiet space 🏡Amanemu｜Located on the coast of Ago Bay, following traditional Japanese style, enjoy natural hot springs, walk on the solitary island 🏡Conrad Osaka｜Located in the art-famous Nakanoshima, enjoy the beautiful river view and Osaka skyline - 【Delicacies】 🍱Shojin Ryori｜Originating from Buddhism, dishes made with plant-based ingredients. Stimulate the freshest natural flavor in vegetables 🐮Matsusaka Beef｜Highly marbled, tender and juicy meat, melts in your mouth, known as the 'artwork in meat' 🎏Ise Bay Seafood｜The most representative 'Ise Lobster' is incredibly delicious, the luxurious lobster cuisine will definitely make you stunned