♨️ Day Trip to Shuzenji Onsen – Hot Spring Village & Bamboo Grove 🌿

Historic hot spring town tucked away in the mountains of the Izu Peninsula, considered one of Japan’s oldest onsen. Founded in the 9th century by the monk Kūkai, Shuzenji Onsen is known for its traditional atmosphere, stone-paved alleys, wooden ryokan, Zen temples, and riverside baths like the famous Kawara-yu. Visitors can enjoy public baths, private springs in ryokan, a free foot bath, a peaceful bamboo grove, and slow scenic strolls.

Price: Free access to the village. Baths range from about 500 to 2,000 ¥ depending on the facility
Touristy? : Moderately touristy. Popular among Japanese and a few foreign travelers seeking an authentic experience

🚆 How to Get to Shuzenji Onsen from Tokyo

1️⃣ JR Tokaido Shinkansen → Mishima Station (~50 min)
2️⃣ Izuhakone Railway → Shuzenji Station (~30 min)
3️⃣ Local bus → Shuzenji Onsen (~10 min)

💰 One-way fare: 4,000 – 5,000 JPY
💰 Round trip: 8,000 – 10,000 JPY