Now is the best time to see the autumn Feature Articles in Izu City ! A journey through heartwarming scenery and hot springs
For those of you who love traveling in Japan, why not head to Izu City in Shizuoka Prefecture in search of spectacular autumn scenery? Around Shuzenji Onsen, known as Izu's "Little Kyoto," many picturesque spots for viewing autumn leaves await you. This time, we'll introduce three particularly attractive spots.
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The Izu City Inbound Promotion Project Team (commonly known as "IIP") is an organization established with the aim of promoting the attraction of foreign visitors tourists to Izu City and the development of a system for accepting them, with the aim of making Izu an attractive international tourist destination that makes use of Izu's tourism resources. Izu City is rich in nature and agriculture, and has a variety of tourist attractions, including hot springs, beaches, and mountainous areas. It is also easily accessible, about two hours by train from Tokyo, making it an ideal place for day trips or weekend getaways. [Notes regarding cover images] The cover image is a winning entry in a photo contest that colors Izu City. Photographer: Ojima Hiroki Title: "Coloring the Light Snow" Unauthorized use and duplication of the cover image is prohibited. For information on using the cover image, please check the Izu City Tourism Information Website.
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The atmospheric "Deai Bridge" is also the site of a matchmaking legend!
The "Deai Bridge" in Amagi Yugashima , Izu City, consists of two bridges: the "Otokobashi" bridge over the Motoya River and the "Onnabashi" bridge over the Nekogoe River. As its name suggests, it is a romantic place that symbolizes "encounters."
• Colorful autumn leaves: From mid-November to early December, the trees around the bridge turn beautiful Aka and yellow, creating a vibrant landscape that harmonizes with the clear stream.
• Night Lights: Enjoy the star-filled night sky and illuminated trees.
[Period] Wednesday, November 26, 2025 to Thursday, December 25, 2025
[Time] 16:30-21:00
[Parking] Yudo Deaibashi Parking Lot or Amagi Kaikan
Immerse yourself in history and the atmosphere of hot springs at Shuzenji Onsen
Shuzenji Onsen Town, the oldest hot spring resort in Izu and also known as "Little Kyoto of Izu ," is a great place for an autumn stroll.
• Charming townscape: The townscape, full of historical charm, including Shuzenji Temple, founded by Kobo Daishi Kukai, the bamboo forest paths along the Keisen, and the vermilion Katsura Bridge, is dyed in autumn leaves.
• Spectacular views of the maple forest: The maple forest at nearby Shuzenji Nature Park is home to a cluster of around 1,000 maple trees, making it one of the largest forests in Izu to enjoy the spectacular scenery of its autumn foliage (the best time to see it is usually from mid-November to early December).
• Relax in a hot spring: If your body has cooled down after a walk through the autumn leaves, warm it up by immersing yourself in the waters of Shuzenji Onsen. Day-use baths and foot baths are also available, helping to soothe your travel fatigue.
Access information and best viewing time
Deai Bridge Mid-November to early December 🚌 Take a Tokai Bus (such as one bound for Kawazu Station) from Shuzenji Station for about 35 minutes, then get off at Yugashima and walk for about 15 minutes.
Shuzenji Onsen Mid-November to early December 🚃 Take the Tokai bus from Shuzenji Station Izu for about 10 minutes and get off at "Shuzenji Onsen."
🚄From Tokyo: Take the "Odoriko" Limited Express from Tokyo Station to Shuzenji Station without changing trains, which is very convenient!
This autumn, why not take a special trip to Izu City, a city filled with heartwarming scenery, history, and Japanese culture, to view the autumn leaves?
The Izu City Inbound Promotion Project Team (commonly known as "IIP") is an organization established with the aim of promoting the attraction of foreign visitors tourists to Izu City and the development of a system for accepting them, with the aim of making Izu an attractive international tourist destination that makes use of Izu's tourism resources. Izu City is rich in nature and agriculture, and has a variety of tourist attractions, including hot springs, beaches, and mountainous areas. It is also easily accessible, about two hours by train from Tokyo, making it an ideal place for day trips or weekend getaways. [Notes regarding cover images] The cover image is a winning entry in a photo contest that colors Izu City. Photographer: Ojima Hiroki Title: "Coloring the Light Snow" Unauthorized use and duplication of the cover image is prohibited. For information on using the cover image, please check the Izu City Tourism Information Website.
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