Mt. Daruma Observatory

Stay at Izu Mountain Lodge, a serene retreat just a 5-minute walk from the Mt. Daruma Observatory. Its floor-to-ceiling windows frame panoramic views of sunrise over Mount Fuji and the Izu Archipelago. The hotel offers guided morning hikes, hot herbal drinks, and breakfast with local ingredients—perfect for nature lovers seeking tranquility and breathtaking visuals

Near the Mt. Daruma Observatory, take a 10-minute stroll to Izu Tea Garden Trail, where daily 9 AM workshops let guests craft and taste traditional matcha. A short hike further leads to Star Valley Nature Path, offering nighttime stargazing tours with telescopes and expert guides—ideal for exploring Izu’s dark sky preservation and rich biodiversity

Choose Izu Forest Stay, which offers complimentary eco-shuttle service to the Observatory, Bamboo Grove Sanctuary, and Meido Falls. Start your day with farm-fresh breakfast, join guided plant identification and birdwatching sessions, then unwind at the on-site open-air hot spring terrace. This seamless blend of adventure, education, and relaxation captures the soul of Izu’s wilderness