Izu, JapanYugashima
Arcana Izu
Riverside forest auberge
Riverside forest auberge
Guests bypass a central lobby entirely, escorted by personal butlers straight into secluded suites wrapped in the Amagi forest.
What it’s good at
Notable
In-suite butler check-ins and late check-outs across sixteen secluded riverside suites.
Notable
Private balcony baths continuously fed by natural Yugashima hot springs overlook the river.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
the main attraction is the widescreen view of the forest, just outside the massive windows.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
In Amagi Yugashima valley along the Kano River, wrapped in dense forest twenty minutes from Shuzenji.
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The rooms
Floor-to-ceiling glass replaces televisions with forest canopy views, accompanied by custom woodwork and the rushing Kano River below.
The onsen
Soak slowly.
Stone baths on every wooden terrace are continuously fed with mineral spring water overlooking the forested gorge.
At the table
A 15-meter dining counter faces the forest canopy, serving multi-course French dinners built around Amagi wasabi and local seafood.
Izu
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.