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Ochiairo
Izu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan · Independent · Grand Luxury
Ochiairo has stood at the meeting of two Izu rivers since 1874, and more than 90 percent of its 16-room ryokan is listed as National Registered Tangible Cultural Properties. Black persimmon and rosewood are left visible in the Sukiya joinery. Yasunari Kawabata and Toson Shimazaki came here to write, and Kawabata's Izu novels grew out of this valley. It holds a MICHELIN One Key for 2025.
- 16 rooms
- Opened 1874
- Neighborhood: Yugashima
- Rooms from 513 sq ft (48 m²)
About Ochiairo
- Ochiairo has stood at the confluence of two rivers in the Izu peninsula since 1874, with 16 rooms.
- More than 90 percent of the structures are National Registered Tangible Cultural Properties.
- Sukiya joinery in black persimmon and rosewood is left visible in the renovated rooms.
- Yasunari Kawabata and Toson Shimazaki used the inn as a writing retreat.
- Entry-level rooms start at 513 sq ft (48 m²).
History
Founded in 1874, Ochiairo is a historic ryokan located at the confluence of two rivers in Izu, with over 90% of its structures designated as National Registered Tangible Cultural Properties. The inn is celebrated for its intricate architecture featuring rare woods like black persimmon and rosewood, and it served as a retreat for literary icons such as Yasunari Kawabata and Toson Shimazaki. Recently renovated to blend traditional Sukiya-style craftsmanship with modern luxury, the property remains a pinnacle of Japanese hospitality.
The setting
4 km from Jōren Falls.
Experiences
- Villa 別邸 石楠花 — Renovated former family residence over three floors with an open-air bath, sauna and three bedrooms, for 2 to 12 guests.
- Ukifune room cherry tree bath — Room Ukifune (74.07 m²) has an open-air bath with a giant cherry tree whose blossoms fall in spring.
- Freshly drawn hot spring baths — Several rooms have indoor baths filled with freshly drawn hot spring water (源泉かけ流し).
- Hot spring bath area — A shared hot spring bath area for relaxation.
- Seasonal local cuisine — Cuisine uses local seasonal ingredients, emphasising their natural flavours.
Amenities
- Natural hot spring baths (indoor and outdoor) and unique saunas
- Daily building tours of the registered tangible cultural property
- Exquisite kaiseki dining featuring local Izu ingredients
- Complimentary shuttle service from Shuzenji Station
- Traditional lounge with a grand fireplace
- Garden views and tranquil riverside location
- Spa
Awards
- MICHELIN One Key (2026)
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