Izu, JapanNishiizu
Mayu Futahari
Dual-pavilion coastal ryokan
Dual-pavilion coastal ryokan
Only six parties stay at a time, each moving along a covered walkway between separate sleeping and dining pavilions.
What it’s good at
Notable
Reclaimed kominka beams frame dual-pavilion suites furnished with French driftwood pieces.
Notable
Each booking includes two private pavilions with silk bedding and dedicated dining quarters.
Listed
Natural Dogashima spring water fills private open-air cypress baths on each terrace.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
All of the six rooms at Mayufutahari come with their own open air hot spring bath surrounded by sweeping sea and countryside views.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Dogashima's volcanic sea stacks rise from Suruga Bay below, along the quiet western coast of the Izu Peninsula.
The rooms
Silk sheets dress the beds beneath timber rafters, and terraces hold open-air cypress tubs looking out to sea.
The jet baths
Soak slowly.
Circular jet baths sit on open wooden terraces looking across Suruga Bay toward the setting sun.
The spa
Private treatment suites look out toward coastal cliffs, where bodywork sessions include stretching and pelvic adjustments.
At the table
Three-tiered bento boxes arrive for breakfast, and evening kaiseki uses seafood caught in the inn's own fishing nets.
How it began
The name translates to two cocoons resting on architectural beams, reflecting the paired pavilions built for each guest.
Izu
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Our shorthand
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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.