Overview
Discover the raw beauty of Japan’s Pacific coast at Itsuura Kanko Hotel, located inside Ibaraki Prefectural Park. From this peaceful retreat, you can gaze out at crashing white waves, pine-covered cliffs, and the rugged coastline that inspired some of Japan’s most celebrated artists. The painter Yokoyama Taikan once found inspiration in these same views—and now, you can too. Watch the sunrise from the open-air bath or enjoy a seafood dinner with ocean views. Every moment brings you closer to the natural rhythm of the sea.
Accommodation
Choose between two unique wings: the main Japanese-style inn or the annex, Daikanso. Rooms in the main wing blend traditional design with comfort, offering views of the gardens or coast. At Daikanso, book a room with a private open-air bath and soak while waves crash below.
For something truly special, stay in the former villa of Yokoyama Taikan. This private space offers multiple tatami rooms, a hinoki bath, and a secluded open-air tub that faces the ocean. You’ll see the very landscapes Taikan once painted while relaxing in a room filled with his personal mementos.
Dining
Taste the rich flavors of Ibaraki with seasonal dishes from the sea and mountains. Every meal uses fresh local ingredients, prepared to highlight the region’s natural taste. During winter, try the hotel’s signature anglerfish hot pot. This hearty stew fills the table with color, aroma, and warmth.
Other plans feature local seafood like grilled abalone, crab, or deep-fried mehikari fish. Select a gourmet course tailored to your appetite—whether you’re after a seafood feast or a lighter seasonal kaiseki meal. Every dish arrives carefully prepared and beautifully arranged.
Onsen and Wellness
Relax in natural hot spring water while watching waves crash on the rocks below. The hotel’s signature bath, Daikan-no-Yu, features a spacious outdoor pool with unobstructed ocean views. Soak in the open air as the morning sun sparkles on the sea, or come in the evening when lanterns light up the horizon.
Inside, large picture windows let you enjoy the view while staying warm. The baths use natural sodium-calcium chloride spring water, known to ease muscle pain, fatigue, and skin irritation. You can also reserve a private bath—“Tsubaki-no-Yu” or “Hamagiku-no-Yu”—for a more intimate experience. One of the baths is barrier-free, so everyone can enjoy a relaxing soak.
Guests with Tattoos
If you have tattoos, you can use the private baths by reserving in advance. These private spaces let you enjoy the hot springs comfortably and without restrictions.
Facilities
You’ll find everything you need for a comfortable stay. Shop for local sweets, sake, and handicrafts at the gift store. After dinner, visit “Shioshin,” a karaoke lounge where you can sing and sip drinks in a fun, private setting. Head to “Restaurant Tsubaki” for seafood lunch or gather friends for a second meal at the late-night diner, “Isaribi.”
If you’re hosting a group, choose from several banquet halls, including the 300-seat Diamond Palace. Hold meetings, weddings, or parties with ocean views and personalized service. The spacious lobby invites you to relax before check-in or simply watch the changing skies over the sea.
Activities
Walk along the coastline that inspired Japan’s modern art movement. Visit the Tenshin Memorial Museum nearby or take a morning stroll along the rocky shore to see the sunrise. From October to March, you can enjoy the local specialty—anglerfish stew—at its peak season. Every season brings a new flavor, a new view, and a new reason to return.
Additional Features
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
- Early check-in and late checkout available with special plans
- Private open-air bath options in select rooms
- Easy access to the Tenshin Memorial Museum
- Japanese and Western dining options available
- Multiple banquet rooms for parties and events
- Sunset and sunrise views over the Pacific
- All rooms include yukata, towels, and full amenities
- Day-use hot spring entry available with advance booking
