Izu Nagaoka Onsen
The Izunagaoka Spa is located in the north central areas of the Izu peninsula in the Shizuoka prefecture. It is 90 minutes away from Tokyo by Shinkansen (bullet train) and Zairaisen (conventional railway line). This spa is a perfect blend of the historical Kona Spa and the comparatively modern Nagaoka Spa.
Surrounded by mountains and rivers, the spa has abundant water gushing out from the springs and is well known for its 'drinkable spring water' since ancient times. The panoramic view of Mount Fuji from Mount Katsuragi is unparalleled in its beauty.
The Kano River that flows along the Izunagaoka city is famous for Ayu (sweetfish) fishing. Thanks to the mild winters, you can spend leisure time here any time of the year.
Hotel Kona Besso
Hotel Kona Besso is a luxurious spa hotel with 8 independent cottages which give you a taste of traditional Japan. These guest rooms (tea-ceremony house style) allow you to savour the highly valued architectural beauty of Japan; these rooms have been home to many visiting dignitaries.
Many reasons could draw you to our spa, it could be the medicinal hot springs,, the gardens ever blooming with seasonal plants, the traditional Japanese furnishings or could be the fact that the succulent traditional Japanese course meal (tea ceremony foods) served here is a beautifully presented work of art. Whatever your reasons, come and spend a few memorable moments at the Hotel Kona Besso and savour the beauty of Japan!
Nue Barai Festival
Date: 28/01/2010
Place: Yulax Park, Axis Katsuragi Fureai Plaza
“Nue” is a monster with its head a monkey, body a tiger and the tail a snake. This festival is to celebrate the story of Minamoto no Yorimasa who destroyed the Nue. A cute dance will be performed by students from the local junior high school all dressed as big Nue, medium Nue and small Nue.
Cocoon Ball Decoration
Date: end of January – mid March
Izu no Kuni City was known as a place popular for sericulture. From the end of January, the ornaments made by cocoon balls are made by hand by the people living in Izu no Kuni City. The ornament is said to have a good influence on farming, business and relationship among the family.
