From the very beginning, Asaba has been a source of great inspiration. It is located in the tranquil onsen village of Shuzenji.
You are taken back in time as you walk through the remarkable Mon gate and follow the pebbled Genkan path. The crystal clear waters of the lagoon and the lush green mountains form a picturesque sight.
A perfect place to relax and enjoy the scenery. Asaba does an exceptional job at preserving tradition by combining simplicity and elegance with its historic architecture and grand location.
The landscape of this breathtaking property provides a perfect backdrop for the Gekkeiden Noh stage. It was given as a gift and was reconstructed on the Asaba grounds at the end of the Meiji period. You can see several famous plays of 'Noh' that portray the real life tragedy of family, love, murder and redemption that took place many generations ago. Asaba offers 17 rooms, all with magnificent views of the gardens, lagoon and Noh Stage. With both indoor and outdoor baths, you can relax your body and soul and be in complete harmony with nature - a pure luxury.
This dreamlike setting is perfect for viewing the seasons as you sit and over look the serenity of the floating Noh stage.
The room is without restriction, an innate atmosphere of calm and dignity remains.
Guests are usually welcome by a beautifully crafted piece of art, an arrangement of fresh flowers, or something that defines a ryokan's taste, interests and the style for what they stand for. Here at Asaba that is established, but not using anything artificial.
Asaba uses its space for a psychological transition from the outside to the private inner world of being a guest here at this captivating ryokan.
The lounge is a splendid space that has been framed by its white brick walls and tatami floor (woven matting).
You can sit and take in the panoramic view of the tranquility that is offered.
The water of the outside bath reaches beyond and clutches the landscape, which is an important natural complementary aspect.
According to Japanese folklore, this is home to the legendary mistress of the Jōren Falls, Jorōgumo; a spider that can transform into a seductive woman.
The artistic form of the bridge excellently matches the nature and is a symbol of sightseeing in Kyoto as embodying the aesthetic sense of Japanese people.
It seats 12-50 comfortably and blends strong contemporary features with an architectural presence, and breathtaking beauty of the unspoiled view.
Shuzenji Temple, a Zen Buddhist temple was founded, according to legend, by Kobo Daishi (Kukai) in 807. The present buildings are about 100 years old.
Today the Toi Kinzan Gold Mine is open to the public with a museum showing dioramas and artifacts about its operation and gold mining in general.
ASABA
410-2416 ShizuokaIzuShuzenji 3450-1Japan