Kissho Caren
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Hotel Kissho Caren in Izu has an outdoor onsen with cherry blossoms and sea view

The hotel is surrounded by pink sakura trees through early April

Youka Nagase
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Youka Nagase
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The Izu Peninsula is a popular weekend getaway from Tokyo, well-loved for its beautiful beaches and scenic mountains. You can easily come here for a day trip as it only takes about two hours from central Tokyo. However, come spring, you might want to spend a night at this beautiful resort. While there are many accommodation options in Izu offering comfortable stays, Hotel Kissho Caren, located near Izu-Hokkawa Station, comes with an extra feature – a spectacular outdoor onsen that overlooks Sagami Bay.

Kissho Caren
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The Hekikai open-air hot spring bath is especially breathtaking in the early mornings when you can see the sunrise on the horizon. The evenings are no less beautiful, with the night sky full of stars. 

Kissho Caren
Photo: Kissho Caren

In fact, the hotel is surrounded by pink sakura. Regardless of where you are within the grounds, you can still enjoy the beautiful blossoms – from the restaurants, the rooms, and of course, the aforementioned open-air onsen. 

Kissho Caren
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In February you’ll see the Kawazu and Oshima cherry blossoms in full bloom, while March through early April offers sensational views of blooming Somei Yoshino cherry trees.

Hotel Kissho Caren in Izu
Photo: Kissho CarenHotel Kissho Caren in Izu

To book your stay, check Kissho Caren’s website.

This article was originally published on February 14 2022 and updated on March 13 2024.

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