LOQUAT Nishi Izu
Historic Japanese architecture meets Italian gastronomy. Quiet, deeply local, and slow. This is not a resort with a roster of activities — it's a place where the absence of distraction is the luxury. Serious food and serious onsen, wrapped in centuries of wood and earthen walls.
Ask staff about the secret sunset spot — it offers views of the Nishi-Izu coastline and Mt. Fuji, and it is not publicized
Why It Matters
The only Italian auberge in Izu. Selected for the Michelin Guide Hotel Selection 2025. Named after the rare white loquat fruit found only in this corner of Toi during early summer — a fruit so delicate it cannot be transplanted or sold beyond the village. The property runs entirely on that hyper-local spirit: the restaurant has no fixed menu, the spa uses white loquat oil, and the gelato changes with whatever is ripe. The WEAZER annex pushes further — an off-grid module running entirely on solar power and filtered rainwater.
A 300-year-old Edo Period mansion in Toi, on the wild western coast of the Izu Peninsula, transformed into what the property calls an Italian auberge. The term is apt: think ryokan format — private rooms, personal concierge, spring-fed baths — but with a serious Italian kitchen at the center of everything. Only three groups stay per night, ever. The buildings are still the original kura storehouses of the Suzuki family, merchant landowners who once ran the charcoal trade by sea. Nothing has been bulldozed to build a lobby; the history is the point.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Ninokura (Ni-no-Kura) — Second Kura Suite
A renovated single-story kura storehouse that preserves the most of the building's original character. The layout uses a skip floor — the main living area sits at ground level, and the bedroom is raised on a platform creating a distinct zone. The terrace overlooks the white loquat trees and has a private open-air hot spring bath fed from the Toi onsen source directly, plus a daybed for lounging. Simmons beds with Maruhachi silk bedding. Feels most like an old storehouse of the two kura rooms.
Sannokura (San-no-Kura) — Third Kura Suite
A two-story kura warehouse with earthen walls — the most architecturally striking of the main-site rooms. The ground floor has a generous living area with an open atrium ceiling preserving the original ancient beams. The bedroom on the second floor uses over-100-year-old Izu lava stone for the walls, giving it an almost cave-like private atmosphere guests describe as 'a secret base.' Private terrace with open-air onsen. Duplex layout means the sleeping and living areas feel genuinely separate.
Villa SUGURO (Katsurotei)
A 100-year-old private residence renovated into LOQUAT's flagship villa accommodation, located about 3 minutes by car from the main building in the village of Koshihari. At over 180 sqm, it has two bedrooms, a living and dining room with kitchen, an attic reading room, a private garden, and an open-air hot spring bath. The villa also has a hammam bath — a white loquat steam therapy suite using leaves harvested from the property — which is exclusive to Katsurotei guests. A private chef and bartender come to the villa for dinner and drinks service; guests are still shuttled to the main restaurant for their evening meal but the in-villa bar experience is included. Surrounded by mountains, river, and sea.
180 sqmWEAZER Nishi-Izu Villa (Large)
The larger WEAZER off-grid module at 142 sqm, accommodating up to three guests with an extra semi-double bed. Same off-grid concept as the studio unit — solar power, filtered rainwater — but with more living space. The terrace has a water feature (not a pool). Suruga Bay ocean views. Breakfast in-room; dinner via shuttle to LOQUAT restaurant. Same complimentary beverage setup as the smaller unit.
142 sqmWEAZER Nishi-Izu Villa (Studio)
The smaller of the two WEAZER off-grid modules — a 75 sqm wood-interior room that runs entirely on solar power and filtered rainwater with no connection to the municipal grid. Faces Suruga Bay with views of sunsets and, on clear days, the stars. Has a private open-air bath on the terrace (note: this uses filtered rainwater, not hot spring water). Dinner is eaten at Takeru Quindici restaurant via a 10-minute shuttle; breakfast is delivered in-room. All beverages in the room are complimentary including champagne and local Nishi-Izu beer.
75 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The garden of the former Suzuki estate. Early morning, before breakfast, is the recommended time — quiet, with the property entirely to yourself.
Each kura room and Villa SUGURO has its own private outdoor hot spring bath sourced directly from the Toi onsen. Terraces are over 40 sqm with deck chairs. The best time is after dinner under the stars — something multiple guests specifically call out as a trip highlight.
Guests are welcomed with complimentary gelato from SANTi upon arrival. The shop is also open throughout the day for guests and, where accessible, the public. Flavors change seasonally with whatever Nishi-Izu has ripe.
Staff will direct guests (on request) to a private spot near the property with views of the Nishi-Izu coastline and, on clear days, Mt. Fuji. Not advertised publicly — ask the concierge before dinner.
The Nishi-Izu coast has minimal light pollution. After the Kura Bar closes, soaking in your outdoor bath and watching the night sky is the standard close to the day. Multiple guest reviews describe this as a highlight of the stay.
Seasonal activity available in early summer when the white loquat trees on the property are fruiting. The fruit is so delicate it cannot be transported and is rarely found outside of Toi. Guests have reported being invited to harvest after check-out during the season.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
500+ Mbps, adequate for remote work across all rooms.
Premium bed setup in kura rooms. Egyptian cotton sheets also noted across sources.
Stocked with Shizuoka craft beer, soft drinks, mineral water, sparkling wine, and Shizuoka green tea. Complimentary for all guests. At WEAZER, all beverages including champagne are included.
The property does not have a swimming pool. The WEAZER annex has a terrace water feature, but it is not a pool. The onsen and outdoor baths are the primary water amenities.
Each guest group is assigned a dedicated personal concierge who handles check-in, activity recommendations, restaurant timing, sunset viewpoint directions, and anything else. English-speaking staff confirmed by multiple guests.
Private vehicle shuttle between the main LOQUAT building and Villa SUGURO (3 min) and the WEAZER annex (approx. 10 min). Also used for evening dinner transfers for WEAZER guests.
Free private parking available at the property. Note: the historic villa buildings do not allow parking within the immediate grounds, so spaces are nearby.
On-site massage treatment available. Advance reservation required.
Each of the main-site kura rooms and Villa SUGURO has its own private terrace open-air hot spring bath fed from the Toi onsen source with free-flowing (kakenagashi) natural spring water. Terraces exceed 40 sqm with deck chairs.
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