LOQUAT Nishi-Izu

We had the pleasure of enjoying the private dinner Plan at Soro Residence. The cuisine was not only delicious, but each dish was beautifully presented like a work of art. The flowers arranged to match the dishes and the floral decorations throughout the Room were truly wonderful, creating a special space that felt extraordinary. The wine pairing was also exceptional—each time we paired a sip of wine after a bite, both were elevated, and we were repeatedly moved by how much the flavors opened up. In addition, all staff provided warm and attentive hospitality from start to finish, allowing us to spend a comfortable and luxurious time. Thank you very much for an unforgettable experience.

We stayed at LOQUAT Nishi-Izu, villa SUGURO (the former Suguro Residence).This historic family home has been renovated with exceptional taste, and everything—from the building itself to the garden, the detached open-air bath, and the interior details such as furniture and lighting—feels cohesive at a very high level. What impressed me most was the connection between the borrowed forest view framed by the windows and the modern stone garden. Each Room offers a different view and way to spend time, and wherever we were, we naturally felt calm—it was a truly soothing space.A couple of small points stood out: the bedroom window treatments and some of the interior partitions between Rooms. Beautiful translucent natural materials and washi paper are used, but they do not provide strong blackout performance, so once sunrise comes up, the Room becomes quite bright. Also, while some of the exterior wooden window frames seemed newly installed, there were small gaps in places; since it was summer, tiny insects occasionally made their way inside.The study area on the second floor had a record player set up, so we brought our favorite records from home and enjoyed listening to music. Being able to listen to music we love in a quiet space with good sound quality felt like a real luxury.The detached open-air bath and hammam were also excellent—comfortable in every way, including spaciousness, water temperature, and how easy it was to use the hammam area.For dinner, staff picked us up by car and took us to their reception restaurant about five minutes away for a course meal. Everything was delicious and highly satisfying; however, there was one minor moment when it felt like information sharing among staff may not have been fully aligned.What moved me most was breakfast served in our Room. It may have been the best among all Accommodations we’ve stayed at—not because it emphasized extravagance or expensive ingredients upfront, but because every element—ingredients quality, flavor profile, balance, and concept—was thoughtfully considered. Above all else، I still remember how clearly we could taste each ingredient itself.