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

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. 🔖 Bookmark & save the written itinerary of this video ➡️ https://www.theinvisibletourist.com/s... 🏨 Ryokan & hotels in Izu: Accommodation options I've stayed in & recommend ➡️ https://www.theinvisibletourist.com/h... 🚗 Guide to driving in Japan for tourists ➡️ https://www.theinvisibletourist.com/d... 🚙 Private tours of the Izu Peninsula including Shuzenji ➡️ https://discoverizu.com/ Use code INVISIBLE5 for an exclusive discount on any of Jimmy's Izu tours! (affiliate code) Washi paper-making workshops ➡️ https://shuzenjiwashi.com/en/laboratory/ 🎬 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 --- Need more Japan inspiration and Japan travel tips? I've shared my Japan itineraries from travels over the past decade to help you enjoy popular spots without crowds as well as hidden gems so you can "blend in" at https://www.theinvisibletourist.com/j... 🇯🇵 #japantravel #japanoffthebeatenpath #japanitinerary #shuzenjionsen #izupeninsula This video is not sponsored.