Izu Onsen Exudes “European Charm” – A Dreamy Church Wedding at CrystalViewHotel

Text & Photography / Chi Binghui

Izu is one of Japan’s onsen (hot spring) hometowns, but Western Izu is less accessible than Eastern or Central Izu, so fewer domestic travelers visit. However, Western Izu boasts stunning seaside sunsets and a more relaxed pace of travel...

Unlike typical Japanese hot spring inns, Crystal View Hotel—as its name suggests—embraces a Western style. Yet the blend of traditional Japanese and Southern European aesthetics feels surprisingly harmonious. Guests can enjoy both a Japanese cypress open-air bath and a Roman-style all-white tub, experiencing two distinctly different sensations in one stay.

From the hotel’s exterior to the lobby, guests are greeted by a lavishly warm yellow-toned space. The ceiling and staircase showcase a Western palace style, adorned with numerous candles whose flickering flames create a magical and romantic ambiance. Delicate shell decorations and ornaments are especially appealing to women, while the grand banquet hall is often reserved for newlyweds’ celebratory events.

Many women dream of having their wedding in an overseas church to mark their lifelong commitment. Crystal View Hotel makes this dream come true—couples can experience the feel of an international wedding without leaving Japan. The hotel features a naturally lit chapel where, once the curtains are drawn, the vast Suruga Bay comes into view. As sunlight streams into the chapel, the entire atmosphere overflows with warmth and happiness.