Weekend trip to Izu!

Our weekend trip to #Shuzenji the other week really made me feel like I experienced the true spirit of omotenashi

It comes from that very Japanese sense of “reading the room”—quietly understanding what a guest might need and going the extra step to make it happen. That’s what real hospitality felt like to me.

There are so many ways to travel, but if you come to , I really think a stay at a ryokan in nature is something you shouldn’t miss—to truly understand omotenashi.

I’d honestly say skip Hakone though and go somewhere a bit more local and peaceful. Definitely add it to your itinerary

Just a little tip: one night is more than enough