Travel Like a Local: Enjoy a Holiday in Izu at a Private House with a Hot Spring

• Table of Contents
• Access to Cedar Retreat House
• Refresh Your Soul in the Heart of the Cedar Forest
• Have the natural hot spring all to yourself
• A Restful Deep Sleep and Waking Up to the Sounds of the Forest
• Living Among Artworks Collected internationally and locally
• Natural Materials and Eco-Friendly

Access to Cedar Retreat House

Cedar Retreat House is located a 10-minute drive from Izu-Kogen Station on the Izu Kyuko Line. Izu-Kogen Station is approximately a 2-hour ride from Shinagawa Station on the Odoriko Express.

By rental car

In Izu, having a car significantly expands your range of activities. Next to Izu Kogen Station is the Nippon Rent-A-Car Izu Kogen Station Office . It is recommended to  make a reservation in advance . If you plan to rent a car, you will need an international driving permit valid in Japan.

By taxi

There are usually taxis waiting at the taxi stand at Izu-Kogen Station. It takes about 10 minutes to reach the vacation house from the station.

Refresh Your Soul in the Heart of the Cedar Forest

From the spacious wooden deck, you can see the cedar forest, a species endemic to Japan, right in front of you. It's the perfect place for morning coffee, reading in the afternoon, barbecue and cocktails at dusk, and even stargazing as it's dark outside. On sunny days, be sure to spend some time outside and soothe the fatigue of your busy daily life and travels.

Have the natural hot spring all to yourself

The bathroom at Cedar Retreat House features a natural hot spring. You can enjoy the onsen at your own pace, as many times as you like throughout the day. For those who may feel uncomfortable with Japan's public bathhouse culture, you can still enjoy the Japanese onsen experience in private.

The alkaline hot spring water is gentle on the skin, providing a smooth texture and exfoliating effect, making it great for your skin. You can also use this space as a traditional "toji" retreat, where you stay for an extended period to improve your health through the therapeutic benefits of hot springs, a practice that has been cherished in Japan for centuries.

The bathroom itself is crafted from local Izu stone, which is now no longer available for mining. While soaking in the bath, you can contemplate the volcanic activity that formed the Izu islands and their long history.

*Toji is a traditional Japanese practice of staying at hot spring resorts for extended periods to treat chronic illnesses and injuries through onsen therapy.

A Restful Deep Sleep and Waking Up to the Sounds of the Forest

The traditional Japanese-style room features mattresses over 25cm thick, like those used in luxury hotels. Even if you are not comfortable sleeping on futons, you can enjoy the traditional ambiance of a Japanese room while being assured of a restful night's sleep on a comfortable bed.

And the next morning, you'll wake up to the chirping of birds and the brilliant green of the cedar trees outside the shoji doors. You can enjoy this view while still lying in bed.

Living Among Artworks Collected internationally and locally

Each room is adorned with art pieces collected by the owner during travels around the world, as well as works by local Izu artists. You'll find a Thai Buddha statue, Chinese tea sets, a painting of autumn leaves by a Canadian artist, depictions of Russian nature by a Moscow street artist, and coffee cups from Okinawa, among others. These artworks enhance your stay, making your time in the house even more pleasant and enriching.

Natural Materials and Eco-Friendly

In modern Japanese homes and hotels, vinyl walls are commonly used. However, we believe that a truly restful place should be surrounded by natural materials. The walls of our vacation house are made of plaster crafted by artisans, using shells from Hokkaido, Japan. Plaster is a natural material that has been used for centuries not only in Japan but around the world, and it is excellent at regulating humidity.

Additionally, to ensure your stay is as environmentally friendly as possible, we use electricity from renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power.

Because we are surrounded by nature, we are committed to making the interior of the house environmentally friendly.

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