Name: AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso
Address: 410-2416 Shizuoka, Izu, Shuzenji 883 , Japan, Shuzenji 883, Shizuoka, 410-2416, Japan
Rating: 9.1

AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso

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About this property

Designed by Shinji Kagawa, the stylish AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso is a 10-minute drive from Shuzenji Train Station. Boasting open-air hot-spring baths and in-room meals, it offers Japanese rooms with traditional futon beds. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Tatami (woven-straw) floors and shoji paper screens create a peaceful atmosphere in the rooms at AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso Ryokan. All rooms are air conditioned and include an attached bathroom with bathtub and Western toilet. Niji-no-Sato Theme Park is 2.2 mi from the hotel. Shuzen-ji Temple is about a 5 minute walk away. Free on-site parking is available. When not soaking in the baths or delighting in multi-course (kaiseki) meals of seasonal specialties and fresh seafood, guests can enjoy a massage or check out the gift shop.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)
Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Asian

Free Private Parking Available On Site
Open-air bath, Public Bath, Hot spring bath

Availability

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Room Type	Number of guests
Superior Maisonette with Hot Spring Bath 2 twin beds and 1 futon bed
Superior Room with Tatami Area with Hot Spring Bath 2 twin beds and 2 futon beds
Deluxe Room with Tatami Area with Hot Spring Bath 2 twin beds and 2 futon beds
Deluxe Twin Room 2 twin beds and 2 futon beds

Guest reviews

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Free Wifi

Guests who stayed here loved

Jessica

United States

“Super friendly staff and the food was exceptional!”

Ian

United States

“Staff was excellent, small hot spring with few people and plenty of time to enjoy the ryokan”

Portia

United States

“We loved how attentive the staff was. They were super responsive and accommodating. The rooms were spacious and traditional style of the Ryokan room was amazing! It truly felt like we were the only ones in the property. Would definitely stay here...”

Helen

United States

“Beautiful exquisite meals and spacious clean rooms.”

Azadeh

Canada

“Clean & calm atmosphere, Welcoming and professional staff/ owner, Amazing food including rare local fishes such as holden eye red bass”

Dave

United States

“Friendly and quiet. Great service. Beautiful clean and comforatble quarters. Great onsen facilities.”

Joleen

United States

“Great location close to town yet on a quieter street, lovely outdoor bath, many rooms have private indoor bath as well. Food was amazing and worth the splurge, make sure to book with half board to get breakfast and dinner.”

Heather

United States

“Absolutely perfect. The natural baths were a dream and the rooms were comfortable, clean, unique, and just…perfect. The staff were incredible and kind. Walking distance to everything so the area is fun to explore as well. The only thing I wish is...”

Yumiko

United States

“We were the only ones at the ryokan because it was off season so we had the entire onsen to ourselves. Food was also very good”

Hway

United States

“Amazing traditional ryokan, with a modern touch given it is newly renovated. Generously sized rooms. Incredible, Michelin-level kaiseki meals”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site

レストラン #1

Cuisine
Japanese
Open for
Breakfast • Dinner
Ambience
Traditional

House rules

AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.

Curfew

The entrance to the property is closed between 23:00 and 06:00

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

In order to prepare special amenities for men and women, guests are kindly requested to indicate the gender of each guest staying in the room in the Special Requests box when booking.

The full amount of the reservation must be paid at check out.

Guests without a meal plan who want to eat breakfast or dinner at the property must make a reservation at least 3 days in advance. Guests with food allergies must inform the property at least 3 days in advance. No refund will be given if guests cancel their dinner and/or breakfast after arrival. Please note that dinner is served at either 18:00, 18:20 or 18:40. Dinner will not be served at a later time.

Please note the property does not offer pick-up services.

Please note that the property cannot accommodate any special requests for meals such as vegetarian or halal meals.

Please note extra guests who are not included in the number of guests on the booking confirmation cannot be accommodated at this property.

Please inform AKARI et KAORI formerly Taizanso of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Guests with tattoos are not allowed to use shared bathing areas and other shared facilities.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

A negative coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test result is mandatory to check in to this property.

Guests must meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination, a recent valid negative coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of coronavirus recovery.