Published date: February 25, 2025
[Solo Travel Diary] A Place I Want to Visit Again in Spring. Perfect for a Weekend Retreat
Room Type Stayed
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Experience of the stay
[Purpose of the Trip]
I utilized this for a weekend retreat.
[Transportation]
I took a bus from the station, but buses only run once an hour, so it's wise to check in advance. There were also several taxis waiting.
[Welcome]
When you arrive at the hotel, you get a welcome drink. The view of the pool and the ocean visible from the lobby is also very lovely.
[Room]
The room is spacious enough and well-stocked with amenities and drinks. The bath is the best as you can get hot spring water just by turning on the tap (*˘︶˘*).｡.:*♡ The view of the sea and mountains from the room is like a painting and very healing.
[Dinner]
For dinner, I had sushi I bought at the station. If you want to eat at the hotel, you need to make a reservation in advance. It seems that there are also Spanish and Italian restaurants a short walk away.
[Day 2 Breakfast]
The next morning, I had a salad made with fresh vegetables, omelet, and minestrone. The colorful dishes really uplift your spirits.
[Staff]
They were very friendly and kindly provided information about scenic spots and tourist attractions nearby.
Experiences during the trip
[On the Way Back]
The weather was nice, so I walked from the hotel to Izu-Kogen Station (about 35 minutes).
Be careful as there are quite steep slopes, so watch out for muscle soreness 😆
[Sightseeing Spots]
Around March, beautiful cherry blossom trees can be seen. The station exit is named Sakura Namiki Exit.
[Souvenirs]
Along the way, there was a shop selling citrus fruits, and I got ponkan (10 pieces) for 100 yen. They were super sweet and delicious! I also bought Japanese sweets and cookies at the station.
There was also a shop where you could experience pottery making. I took a picture for next time 📸
[Day 2 Lunch]
I had lunch at a restaurant designed by Kengo Kuma called "Mikuni Izu-Kogen" right next to the station. The lovely atmosphere features the warmth of wood. Since it has large glass windows, I can imagine the scenery during the cherry blossom season must be spectacular.
[Station Info]
Izu-Kogen Station also has a foot bath and spots where you can fetch delicious water. There were not only regular souvenir shops but also shops selling traditional sweets and dried fish.