This is a hamlet with expansive views of tranquil countryside. A rare natural phenomenon known as Fuden oroshi occurs here from spring to late autumn, with huge swathes of morning mist flowing down the mountains like a river.

Oroshi is about 14 km from Hana-noIwaya so this is a place to aim for when walking the Hongudo in one day.

If you walk the Hongudo, you will see many citrus fields. High quality citrus fruit are cultivated widely here thanks to the warm, rainy climate and well-drained soil. Many varieties are harvested throughout the year and have become major specialty products.

This tourist information center is located in the parking lot of Michi-no-Eki Park Shichirimihama, close to the breathtaking Shichirimihama Coast, which overlooks the vast Pacific Ocean. We offer a wide selection of brochures on Mie Prefecture, Wakayama Prefecture, and the Kumano Kodo. Feel free to stop by! (Source: Iseji Navi)

This tourist facility is located right in front of the World Heritage Site Hana-no-Iwaya. Its recommended menu items include oyako-don made with local specialty Kumano Jidori (The Local Brand Chicken), udon made with ancient rice associated with Hana-no-Iwaya, and Mitarashi dango. Visitors can also enjoy Kumano specialties such as Mehari-zushi (A Traditional Rice Dish) and Sanma (Saury) Sushi. The specialty product corner is well-stocked with a wide range of local goods, including seafood, citrus products, and wooden crafts. The facility also features an exhibition of materials related to Hana-no-Iwaya, showcasing its history and origins. (Source: Iseji Navi)

You can use this Michi-no-Eki as a base when walking the Hongu-do, and this is also where buses to and from Kumanoshi Station, Atawa Station and Seiryuso arrive and depart. In addition, there are demand-responsive taxis that you can use by contacting the providers in advance by telephone from the adjacent Kumano City Hall Kiwa General Branch Office. You can also go to Shingu City Kumanogawa Branch Office near Shiko.