Zhishan Tianyou

There are four private open-air baths, and it was very convenient to be able to check availability from anywhere by scanning a QR code. The staff were also very courteous, and we had a wonderful two-day stay. Thank you very much. We would like to stay here again when we visit Izu.

On the day, I first headed from Tochigi to Shuzenji, took a leisurely stroll around the Onsen town, and then went as far as Shimoda to visit Gyokusenji Temple and Bentenjima Island. It felt like I had traveled halfway around the Izu Peninsula. After that, I headed north again and arrived at the Accommodation. Although I arrived a bit early, the staff promptly guided me from the parking lot to the lobby. My Room was a beautiful corner Room on the second floor with an excellent view. Unfortunately, it was cloudy that day so I couldn’t see the sunset, but the next morning I was able to enjoy the scenery under a wonderful blue sky. I was traveling solo, but I also tried one of the private baths briefly; it seemed better suited for families. On the other hand, I had an extremely relaxing time in the open-air bath outside the large public bath. Soaking in the Onsen while looking out over Sanshiro Island and Suruga Bay right in front of me was pure bliss. Then came dinner—the moment I had been looking forward to. The meal fully lived up to my expectations; everything was excellent. Centered on seafood from Suruga Bay, paired with sake, it was thoroughly enjoyable. The additional order of spring mountain vegetables and firefly squid tempura also felt perfectly seasonal. Breakfast was wonderful as well—quite filling—but I finished it all. This is a fantastic place that can be fully enjoyed even when traveling alone. I’d love to return again to see the sunset next time.