Shuzenji-onsen (Izu) | place with historical importance, resort, settlement, hot spring

 place with historical importance, resort, settlement, hot spring, onsen

Shuzenji (修善寺町, Shuzenji-chō) uswd to be a spa town located in Tagata District, Shizuoka, Japan, in central Izu Peninsula.

Shuzenji is located in an inland region of Izu Peninsula and is noted for its numerous onsen hot spring resorts. The area is also noted for its production of wasabi and shiitake.

The town of Shuzenji was founded on April 1, 1889 within Kimisawa District, Shizuoka. In 1896, Kimisawa District was abolished and became part of Tagata District. On April 1, 2004 Shuzenji was merged with the neighboring towns of Amagiyugashima, Toi and Nakaizu, all from Tagata District to form the new city of Izu.

As of March 1, 2004 (the final population data before the amagalation), the town had an estimated population of 16,328 and a density of 236.5 persons per km². The total area was 69.04 km².

Among others, the Shuzenji Onsen Dokko-no-yu - a free, open-air, foot hot spring - is popular, and it is a symbol of the town.
Another one is ouside of the town - the Amagi Onsen; it has indoor and outdoor hot springs with separate baths for men and women. Open 10am to 9pm, closed Wednesdays. Admission is 800 yen for 2 hours or 1600 yen for all day. (20 minutes by bus from Shuzenji Station (Izu-Hakone Railways)—get off at Yunokuni-Kaikanmae bus stop).