Jogasaki Coastal Hike
October is by far the best month for exploring and hiking in Japan. Southern Izu is also still warm enough to enjoy the ocean and yet cool enough to appreciate the onsens. On October 27th I started my day with a swim early in the morning then had a quick shower and made my way […]
Aerial Yoga classes at Retreat wabi-sabi
Aerial Yoga classes have begun in Shimoda, Izu! If you would like to “experience the freedom of movement in a hammock” come and join us on the deck at Retreat wabi-sabi. There is nothing like it! According to our current students: “Kimochiiiiiiiii” (feels good), Great for my stiff shoulders! It’s really fun! 🙂 Great for […]
Kawazu Nanadaru Waterfalls
The Kawazu Nanadaru Waterfalls are seven incredible waterfalls in the mountains of south-eastern Izu. A rainforest café-cum-art gallery and incredible onsen experience make for a great day trip from Retreat Wabi-Sabi. Kawazu Nanadaru Waterfalls Hiking Trails Tucked into the hills above Kawazu Town, the falls range from the towering 30-meter high Odaru Waterfall to the […]
We’ve got rental bikes!
Retreat wabi-sabi, and our second location Guesthouse tabi-tabi, have the cheapest rental bikes in Shimoda. They are simple “moma-chari” (shopping bikes) , but they are the perfect way to get around town for only ¥500 / day! UPDATE: Our simple shopping bikes are now ¥1000 for your entire stay (from the time you check in at 3pm […]
Mount Omuro Crater Archery
Have you ever done archery inside the crater of a volcano? Bet you didn’t even know it was possible, but the Izu Peninsula has it all! I highly recommend making a stop in Ito for a chair lift ride up to the top of Mount Omuro. Omuro is a 580 meter high extinct volcano with […]