Shuzenji Onsen Itinerary: Hidden "Little Kyoto" of Izu, Japan

Описание: Want to experience a traditional onsen town in Japan, but without the crowds of Hakone? Welcome to Shuzenji Onsen, a "Little Kyoto" of the Izu Peninsula!

Just 2 hours from Tokyo on the way to Kyoto, Shuzenji is overlooked by most foreign tourists, which is perfect if you're wanting to "blend in."

By following this Shuzenji Onsen itinerary, you'll find out where to stay with views of Mount Fuji from your room's private onsen (including delicious ryokan meals at Laforet Shuzenji Sanshisuimei), wander through a mini bamboo forest, discover 1200 year-old temples and shrines, shop for local omiyage and more for a relaxing trip.

Stay tuned for important Japanese onsen etiquette to know before you go, and the many ways to get to Shuzenji Onsen for an overnight visit ♨️

Be rewarded with this mini alternative to Hakone Japan without the issues that come with overtourism.

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🎬 In this video:
00:00 Intro
00:32 Video Overview
01:12 Why Shuzenji is an alternative to Hakone
01:48 Things to do in Shuzenji Onsen: 1 day itinerary
02:02 Visit Shuzenji Temple
02:36 Stroll the bamboo-lined path
03:10 Relax along Katsura River
03:29 See Tokku no Yu
03:55 Shop for omiyage
04:23 Try a paper-making workshop
04:52 Be left in awe at Hie Shrine
05:18 Soak away the evening in an onsen
05:39 Tips about Japanese onsen culture to "blend in"
07:07 Where to stay in Shuzenji Onsen
07:45 How to get to Shuzenji Onsen
08:16 Outro

This Shuzenji Onsen travel guide helps you explore off the beaten path in Japan to discover a lovely onsen town equally as amazing as its more famous counterparts.

I hope you can now make the most of your one day and night in Shuzenji Japan. Thanks for watching!

Until next time,
Alyse

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