Arai Ryokan Hotel Shizuoka

This historic inn by the Katsura River is in the center of Shuzenji Hot Springs Resort in Izu-Hakone Region. It is widely known for its Japanese traditional architecture, art and history. Fifteen buildings of the hotel including guest rooms and communal baths are registered as the national tangible cultural assets. Among the baths, the main communal bath designed by a master of Japanese painting artist, Yasuda Yukihiko, is highly reputed. Guided tours of the cultural assets are also available. Many sightseeing spots are nearby.