IZU AREA

The attraction of Izu

In the lush natural surroundings of Izu,
a life of luxurious simplicity.

Approximately 90 minutes from the city centre.

As the train rocks gently along,

your mindset gradually shifts from work mode in the city to relaxation mode.

Upon arriving in Izu, you find yourself embraced by sea and mountains, enveloped in tranquil air.

First, stroll along the coastline, taking deep breaths of the salty sea air.

On the terrace, savour the very act of sharing time over a glass and conversation.

Soak in Ito's hot springs, and feel your body and mind gradually unwind.

Here lies a life with space for breathing room.

Time spent in Izu gently helps you rediscover the self you had forgotten.

ABOUT IZU

Just 90 minutes from Tokyo.
Izu, rich in nature, surrounded by sea and mountains.

COM-HOME is located in Ito City, on the eastern side of the Izu Peninsula. It is a town blessed with abundant nature and hot springs, surrounded by sea and mountains. The Izu Peninsula is designated a UNESCO Global Geopark, and the city boasts numerous scenic spots, including Mount Omuro and the Shirokawa Coast. While enveloped by nature, it offers excellent access to the Tokyo metropolitan area, being approximately 90 minutes away by Shinkansen. Consequently, it enjoys high popularity as a holiday home location and destination for relocation. Furthermore, overlooking the Amagi mountain range to the west, the land opens towards the mountains and benefits from a warm climate throughout the year.

VALUE

Surrounded by abundant natural beauty, Ito City offers proximity to both sea and mountains, allowing visitors to escape the hustle and bustle of the city for a quiet, leisurely time. Natural wonders such as Mount Omuro and Jōgasaki Coast captivate visitors with their stunning landscapes, while the bright, open atmosphere of Ito Orange Beach provides a sense of openness reminiscent of a tropical resort.

Ito City enjoys a warm climate throughout the year, with an average annual temperature of 17.4°C in Reiwa 1 (2019). Even in December, the maximum temperature hovers around 20°C, resulting in minimal temperature variation. Characterised by long hours of sunshine, it offers a comfortable living environment.

Ito City is renowned as a hot spring town, boasting one of Japan's highest output volumes. It also holds historical significance, having been presented to Tokugawa Iemitsu as a therapeutic hot spring during the Edo period. Alongside its traditional hot spring district, the town features numerous public bathhouses for hot spring hopping and day-trip spas, enveloping the entire area in its hot spring culture. Properties with their own hot spring facilities allow residents to indulge in luxurious bathing experiences at home, gently soothing the fatigue of daily life.

Ito City is a thriving fishing region where you can fully enjoy the bounty of the sea, including red seabream, horse mackerel, whitebait, turban shells, and spiny lobster. Not only the fish, but also the vegetables and meat are fresh, and numerous recommended restaurants utilising local ingredients are scattered throughout the area.

Leisure activities are also plentiful, with diving hotspots such as Futo and Jōgasaki, and Usami where surfing and sea fishing can be enjoyed year-round. Furthermore, there are nature-rich parks, zoos, and aquariums suitable for visiting with children, alongside hiking trails and fruit-picking experiences, offering a wide range of spots enjoyable for all ages.

Located approximately 90 minutes from central Tokyo, it offers excellent accessibility. Compared to popular areas such as Karuizawa and Kawaguchiko, it is also appealing because properties offering greater space and higher quality can be obtained for the same budget. The town is pleasantly compact, with a convenient shopping district near Ito Station for daily necessities, while large stores line the national highway.

ACCESS

About 90 minutes from Tokyo

From Tokyo Station to Ito Station, the journey takes approximately 90 minutes by Shinkansen. The Odoriko service line allows you to travel without changing trains. This access is also suitable for commuting. By car, it takes approximately 90 minutes from the Tomei Expressway's Atsugi Interchange and approximately 60 minutes from the Numazu Interchange.

Just 30 minutes by helicopter

Kawana is scheduled to have a shared heliport installed, with some properties featuring their own helipad and others offering access to the shared facility. This will enable travel from Tokyo Station to Ito City in approximately 30 minutes.