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Shuzenji Onsen

Izu, Shizuoka♨ Alkaline simple spring (Hakoyu)

Overview

A hot spring area in the center of the Izu Peninsula, with ryokan lining the Katsura River. It is said to have begun with Tokko no Yu, which legend says Kobo Daishi (Kukai) brought forth in 807. With the Hakoyu public bath and free footbaths, you can easily enjoy the hot springs even on a day trip.

Centered on Shuzenji Temple, said to have been founded by Kukai, historic sights such as the Bamboo Forest Path and Shigetsuden, associated with Hojo Masako, are all within walking distance. The Hakoyu public bath is an indoor bath featuring a stone tub and light from a skylight, and along the Katsura River there are two free footbaths, Kawarayu and Sugi no Yu. At night, you can stroll along the illuminated Bamboo Forest Path.

Location: Izu, Shizuoka
Best time to visit: Cherry blossoms at Akagaeru Park (late March to early April) and the Firefly Evening (late May to early June)
Official website: https://www.shuzenji-kankou.com/

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Day-Use Baths

Baths you can visit without staying

Public baths, day-use spas and foot baths open to non-staying visitors.

Public bath

Hakoyu

Price: Adults (junior high school and up) ¥700, elementary school students ¥400 (as of October 2026)
Hours: 10:00–21:00 (last entry 20:30)
Closed: Closed irregularly (opens from 15:00 on the 2nd Thursday of each month for equipment maintenance, except in August)
Note: Indoor bath only. No dedicated parking
Official site: https://kanko.city.izu.shizuoka.jp/sightseeing/hakoyu/

Foot bath

Kawarayu (footbath)

Price: Free (as of October 2026)
Hours: 5:00–23:00
Note: In the pocket park in front of Tokko no Yu. Up to 6 people at a time
Official site: https://www.shuzenji-kankou.com/onsenmeguri.html

Foot bath

River Terrace Sugi no Yu (footbath)

Price: Free (as of October 2026)
Note: In Tokko no Yu Park. With tables, up to 10 people at a time
Official site: https://www.shuzenji-kankou.com/spa.html

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Spring

Spring type and features

♨ Alkaline simple spring (Hakoyu)

According to Izu City, the water at Hakoyu is said to be suitable for neuralgia, muscle and joint pain, frozen shoulder, recovery from fatigue, health promotion and more

Etiquette

Bathing etiquette

✓Rinse yourself with hot water (kakeyu) and wash your body before getting into the bath
✓Do not put your towel in the bath water
✓Tie up long hair so it does not touch the water
✓Do not take photos in the bathing area

Sights

Nearby sights

Shuzenji Temple

An ancient temple said to have been founded by Kobo Daishi in 807. Its treasure hall houses items such as a mask associated with Minamoto no Yoriie

Bamboo Forest Path

A walking path through a bamboo grove along the Katsura River. Illuminated at night

Shigetsuden

Said to have been built by Hojo Masako to pray for the repose of Yoriie, it is the oldest wooden building in Izu

Tokko no Yu

The spring where Shuzenji Onsen began. For viewing only

Tips

Good to know

!Tokko no Yu is for viewing only; you cannot bathe or soak your feet there
!Hakoyu has no dedicated parking (parking discount tickets are available when using the Koyama parking lot)
!JR East passes cannot be used between Atami and Shuzenji

Access

Nearest station / bus stop: Shuzenji Station (Izuhakone Railway Sunzu Line)About 10 minutes by bus bound for Shuzenji Onsen
From major cities and airports: Tokyo: JR Limited Express Odoriko (bound for Shuzenji) (About 2 hours 8 minutes)
Mishima: Izuhakone Railway Sunzu Line to Shuzenji Station, then transfer to a bus (About 32 minutes + about 10 minutes)

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Travel Passes

Travel passes for getting there

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Nationwide ・ Three types: 7, 14 or 21 days. The period of use cannot be extended or changed

From ¥50,000

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Events

Events and festivals in Izu

February–March

Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival

Tokyo & Around ・ Izu

Usually early February to early March (about one month). Peak bloom is usually mid- to late February

February–December

Atami Fireworks Festival

Tokyo & Around ・ Izu

Usually held a dozen or more times a year in spring (April–May), summer (July–August), autumn (September–November), and winter (December–February). Each show runs around 20:20–20:40 (from 20:15 in July and August)

Next show: Oct 25, 2026 (Sun), followed by Nov 8, Nov 23, Dec 6, Dec 25, and Feb 21, 2027 (all 20:20–20:40)

June

Shimoda Hydrangea Festival

Tokyo & Around ・ Izu

Usually June 1–30 (peak bloom mid- to late June)

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Attractions

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Zoo

Izu Shaboten Zoo

Tokyo & Around ・ Ito / Izu Kogen

This zoo in Izu Kogen lets you enjoy animals alongside cacti and succulents. Ring-tailed lemurs and peacocks roam freely, so you can get unusually close to the animals.

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♨ Day use Adults (junior high school and up): weekdays ¥3,080, weekends and holidays ¥3,410; children (age 4 to elementary school): weekdays ¥2,310, weekends and holidays ¥2,530; plus ¥150 bathing tax (as of October 2026)

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Prices, hours, tattoo policies and spring types are based on official facility, municipal and tourism association information. They can change, so check the official websites before you go.

Last checked: 2026-10-08

Shuzenji Onsen

Overview