[Shizuoka/Shuzenji] Tokko no Yu, the oldest hot spring in Izu

[Shizuoka/Shuzenji] Tokko no Yu, the oldest hot spring in Izu

2023.07.27

Said to be a sacred site discovered by Kobo Daishi (Kukai) in 807, it is the symbol of Shuzenji Onsen. Kobo Daishi (Kukai) was touched by the filial piety of a boy washing his sick old father in the cold water of the Katsura River. It is said to be the oldest hot spring resort in Izu. *Currently, bathing and footbaths are not available.

Izu City Inbound Promotion Project Team

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Izu City Inbound Promotion Project Team

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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[Shizuoka/Shuzenji] Tokko no Yu, the oldest hot spring in Izu
[Shizuoka/Shuzenji] Tokko no Yu, the oldest hot spring in Izu

Night scenery The hot spring town is beautifully lit up

Izu City Inbound Promotion Project Team

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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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