Hakone
Hakone is part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, less than 100 kilometers from Tokyo. Famous for hot springs, outdoor activities, natural beauty and the view of nearby Mt. Fuji, Hakone is one of the most popular destinations among Japanese and international tourists looking for a break from Tokyo. Lake Ashi (Japanese: Ashinoko) was formed in the caldera of Mount Hakone after the volcano's last eruption 3000 years ago. Today, the lake with Mount Fuji in the background is the symbol of Hakone. The best views of the lake in combination with Mount Fuji can be enjoyed from Moto-Hakone, from the Hakone Detached Palace Garden and from the sightseeing boats cruising the lake.
Note however, that clouds and poor visibility often block the view of Mount Fuji, and you have to consider yourself lucky if you get a clear view of the mountain. Visibility tends to be better during the colder seasons of the year than in summer, and in the early morning and late evening hours. Two companies, Hakone Sightseeing Boats and Izuhakone Sightseeing Boats, operate boats between Moto-Hakone and Hakonemachi at the lake's southern shores and Togendai and Kojiri at the northern shores. A boat cruise from one end of the lake to the other takes roughly 30 minutes and costs 970 Yen. The Hakone Free Pass is valid on the pirate ship shaped Hakone Sightseeing Boats but not on boats operated by Izuhakone.
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Wind | 3.29 m/s |
Cloudiness | 21 % |
Temperature (min/max) | 2/2 °C |
Pressure | 1001 hpa |
Humidity | 67 % |
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Yoshiike Ryokan2018-09-05
Yoshiike Ryokan in Hakone, Japan features a huge, serene and beautiful Japanese garden for peaceful walks in seasonal beauty, and boasting a hot spring bath where you can relax in high quality hot spring water. Comfortable rooms come with free WiFi, a flat screen TV, slippers, free toiletries and a hairdryer, and some rooms feature a private hot spring bath and seating area, free private parking is available onsite as well. Yoshiike Ryokan has two dining areas where meals can be enjoyed, the dining room Houshintei and the Lounge Sangetsu both of which have panoramic views of the Japanese garden, they serve sophisticated multi course Japanese meals using local fresh ingredients, come for an unforgettable stay near the station at the entrance of Hakone onsen town.READ MORE
Hakone Museum of Photography2018-09-05
Hakone Museum of Photography in Hakone, Japan is a private institution dedicated to the photgraphic works of Obsui Yamada, it was established by his grandson in 2002. They also feature permanent exhibitions by the grandson Katsura Endo with Mount Fuji displayed through the seasons, and they showcase the Obsui Yamada collection and special exhibitions by photographers working in a variety of fields. Hakone Museum of Photography presents a beautiful space for expression through photography thereby creating a blend of traditional Japanese and overseas cultures. They host photographic exhibitions by both Japanese and overseas artists, and also promote the art form through lectures, gallery talks, photography classes and other activities, come for a fascinating visit.READ MORE
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Washintei Hougetu2018-08-30
Washintei Hougetu in Hakone, Japan is a Japanese style ryokan hotel, and the name means beauty of the moon because you can enjoy the stunning views of the moon above Mount Byobu-Yama from here. Rooms named after the various shapes of the moon are all en-suite with western style bathrooms and luxurious comfort, they boast breathtaking views over Lake Ashi, they have Japanese tea making facilities and mineral water in the fridge, plus Yukata robess are provided. Washintei Hougetu has a beauty salon for treatments and a souvenir shop, meals are served in a privat dining room, and there's a public bath and open air bath open all night for blissful relaxation with towels and other essential toiletries provided, come for an unforgettable stay.READ MORE
Kijitei Hoeiso2018-09-05
Kijitei Hoeiso in Hakone, Japan is a quiet and peaceful Japanese Ryokan surrounded by mountain and lush green nature, a place where you come to soothe the body and soul, find peace with the sounds of nature all around. Enjoy a traditional Japanese lodging experiences in the guest rooms which have one main room plus a second room separated by a sliding door, they also have a stand alone guest cottage which has been converted from a traditional Japanese farmhouse. Kijitei Hoeiso serves mild and tasty pheasant meat as the main ingredient for their dinner courses with tasteful, carefully prepared dishes, they are open for breakfast as well, after which you can enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot spring open air bath surrounded by nature. The hot spring water boasts the highest levels of alkaline in the Hakone area, making it very good for the skin, come for a wonderfully relaxing stay.READ MORE
Senkyoro is a Japanese inn and hot spring in Hakone, Japan featuring natural hot springs with milky white water where you can relax and let the fatigue of the day slip away in true Japanese style and atmosphere. There are Japanese style rooms in the main building with stunning views, some of which feature private open air baths, and the east and west buildings also have rooms with open air baths in quiet atmosphere, the Villa Oku no Kigi with a total of six rooms has a private outdoor hot tub. Senkyoro also offers a selection of fine seasonal dishes appealing to the eye and palate, freshly prepared by master chefs and beautifully presented, it's a heavenly dining experience. There's a lounge, a lobby and a garden, plus they offer ceramic art lessons, come for a healing, and a relaxing stay surrounded by nature. READ MORE
The Hakone Club Mmanatei2018-08-30
The Hakone Club Mmanatei is a Japanese style ryokan hotel in Hakone, Japan complete with art museum that features paintings and antiques, come relax in a warm and elegant atmosphere of days gone by, of Japan the way it was 100 years ago. Quiet accommodations surrounded by greenery over five stories face the mountain stream and at night you will marvel at all the fireflies fluttering by. This onsen with three hot spring bathrooms is privately available to use by the hour for relaxation and rejuvenation. The Hakone Club Mmanatei also serves creative and beautifully presented creative Japanese cuisine of selected organic vegetables and fresh fish as well as delicious meat dishes, all of modern Japanese Kaiseki cuisine. Come for a fabulous all round experience and stay in beautiful surrounds.READ MORE
Hakone Kowakien Ten-Yu2018-08-30
Hakone Kowakien Ten-Yu is a Japanese style inn located in the centre of Hakone, Japan and with superior rooms and an executive suite room featuring open air baths, is a true sanctuary facing the mountain. This beautiful onsen Ryokan is in harmony with nature and offers authentic Japanese hospitality along with beautifully presented and delicious Japanese cuisine. The Hakone Kowakien Ten-Yu onsen is an enormous open air onsen with stunning views to the horizon, come find peace, relax and get away from the hustles and bustles of city life, they are ideally close to wonderful attractions and activities if you do feel the need to get out and explore.READ MORE
Hakone Yuryo2018-09-06
Hakone Yuryo is a traditionally styled countryside hot springs resort in Hakone, Japan ideal for day trips to relieve the daily stresses of life and to soothe the body and soul as they say. They are open 365 days a year and have indoor baths, open air baths, pottery baths and sauna facilities, towels are available for rent and purchase, plus there's a shop with specialties and local items. The restaurant at Hakone Yuryo serves authentic irori or hearth cooked cuisine with meals cooked carefully over charcoal fires on a grill or on skewers, it is worth a visit for the wonderful meals alone. They also offer relaxation services with full body massages, head, upper body and shiatsu massages, it's all here come find peace.READ MORE
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Gora Hanaougo-Sounkaku2018-08-30
Gora Hanaougo-Sounkaku is a gracious Ryokan of soft and gentle warmth in Hakone, Japan and this traditional Japanese hotel complete with hot spring coming from a private source also features delicious seasonal Kaiseki cuisine. Rooms boast a grandstand view of the sky and mountains, and some suites have private open air baths, they are all perfect for leisurely and relaxing holidays. The onsen at Gora Hanaougo-Sounkaku is a public bath with two kinds of tubs that feature a hot spring and cold spring from a private source, experience one after the other for the ultimate feeling of relaxation with fantastic scenery, there is also a relaxation room with massage chairs and sofa for after your bath, come for the ultimate experience, beautiful accommodations and exquisite dining, it's all here. READ MORE
Aura Tachibana2018-09-05
Aura Tachibana in Hakone, Japan is a Japanese hotel or ryokan offering comfortable rooms with flat screen TV and private bathrooms that feature free toiletries, some have a balcony and all are fitted with a seating area. The spa has 3 different kinds of hot spring baths including a rooftop private open air bath with sky terrace, a big public bath with open air bath and an open air bath in the guest room Kazeno yakata, come escape from the city, enjoy picturesque mountain views and find healing peace. Aura Tachibana serves exquisite meals at the Beppin Ryori restaurant using selected fresh ingredients, dine in one of their two buildings, the forest building for casual dining with open kitchen and terrace or the wind building serving modern dishes in a cozy atmosphere with dim lights, it's all here.READ MORE
Takumino Yado Yoshimatsu2018-09-05
Takumino Yado Yoshimatsu in Hakone, Japan is just 4 minutes walk from beautiful Lake Ashi and here there are shared open air hot spring baths along with private hot springs for families, and some rooms feature private hot spring baths. Enjoy a wonderful stay in Japanese style rooms with views over Mt. Fuji or twin bed room with outdoor hot spring and Japanese garden view, there is free WiFi access and free private parking as well. Takumino Yado Yoshimatsu prepares traditional kaiseki ryori which are delicious Japanese meals brought in courses to your room, enjoy an explosion of colours and tastes made with fresh seasonal ingredients. It's all here, hot spring baths, excellent cuisine and an unforgettable stay in traditional Sukiya style accommodations.READ MORE
Hakone Yuyado Zen2018-08-30
Hakone Yuyado Zen is an adult oriented hot springs inn located in Sengokubara of Hakone, Japan with comfortable guest rooms featuring partial outdoor baths with cloudy spring water and a breathtaking view of Mount Fuji. The hot spring waters drawn from Owakudani are effective for treating numerous ailments, and the white cloudy sulfurous waters offer overall improvement of health. Hakone Yuyado Zen offers exquisite meals beautifully presented, made from local ingredients carefully selected by the chef. They highly recommend the Fukiyama Wagyu A5 class sirloin, a rare and valuable Shizuoka brand of beef, it might well be the highlight of your holiday, they also serve fresh seafood and local vegetables. Come for well balanced meals in the private dining room, the healing waters of the unique hot springs and a wonderful stay, it's all here.READ MORE
Hotel Okada2018-09-05
Hotel Okada is set in the convenient location of Hakone-machi in Japan featuring 117 beautiful guest rooms over 12 floors, and the main attraction is the hot springs within the hotel and the hotel grounds. Guest room choices include spacious and elegant suites, tranquil Japanese style studios, and combination rooms with both Japanese and Western features, select rooms have private baths for guests. Dining at the hotel offers both banquet and buffet dining options and they can cater to private events, the menu is seasonal Japanese cuisine and seafood delights skilfully prepared by the hotel chefs. Hotel Okada has 5 fountainheads that produce hundreds of litres of hot spring water per minute, and there are several large baths in stunning settings with mountain views. Come for a wonderful stay, your dining pleasure and the healing waters of the magma heated hot spring baths.READ MORE
The Mikawaya Ryokan2018-09-05
The Mikawaya Ryokan in Hakone, Japan comes with an interesting 124 year history and location on the hillside of Hakone Mountain. It is a refuge of traditional attention to detail and uncompromising service. Enjoy comfortable stays in deluxe and standard Japanese and Western style villas, or rooms and suites some with open air bath, and all meals served here for dinner or breakfast are delicious, typical Japanese meals of standard Kaiseki cuisine. The Mikawaya Ryokan onsen spa has a public bath with open air bath, traditional Meiji baths for ladies and gentlemen as well as well as a private open air bath in a Japanese style villa, and the beautiful gardens show off the four seasons in style, welcome to paradise.READ MORE
Fun2Drive in Hakone, Japan is an original JDM sports car entertainment company with the largest fleet of JDM sports cars featuring many famous brands including additions by Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche and Lotus. Join them on exciting tours with stunning scenery of Mount Fuji, landscapes, lakes, ocean and more, they offer guided tours in these legendary sports cars on some of the greatest roads in Japan, standard tours or private custom tours are available. Fun2Drive also offer sports car rentals exclusive to company members as long as you have a valid drivers license, join them for the ultimate adventure in these wonderful cars, they have an amazing fleet to choose from.READ MORE
Hakone Gora Suirinsou2018-09-05
Hakone Gora Suirinsou in Hakone, Japan features a 100 percent pure Hakone hot spring with their onsen, and they are the best base camp for your trip in the area just a five minute walk from the Naka-Gora cable car station. This ryokan is old and small, so you've found the perfect place for old world charm and a traditional Japanese style Hakone stay, they don't have many staff and they never bother you, traditional meals are also delivered by suppliers, and mostly everything here is self service. Hakone Gora Suirinsou is like your tiny second house in Hakone for pleasant stays, and they are just a few minutes walk from the Naka-Gora cable station, come get away and enjoy a much needed vacation in this tiny sweet, home from home.READ MORE
Rikyu-An in Hakone, Japan offers air conditioned Japanese style room accommodations with flat screen TV's, some feature a sitting area for relaxation, and they are close to wonderful attractions and restaurants. With two private open air hot springs and a female indoor public bath, guests can enjoy relaxing in good quality fresh hot-spring, free flowing water, ideal for the relief of many ailments and health promotion. Rikyu-An also serves healthy breakfasts to start your day, and later authentic Kyoto kaiseki ryori or multi course dishes designed to be little meals of many kinds. The menu basically does not feature any meat, but they can prepare charcoal grilled wagyu beef or sea bream if desired. Come for an unforgettable stay and enjoy everthing on offer here with excellent hospitality.READ MORE
Hakone Kowakien Garden Yunessun2018-09-05
The Hakone Kowakien Garden Yunessun in Hakone, Japan is a hot spring amusement park complete with Japanese style outdoor hot spring bath, weatherproof indoor facilities and an outdoor amusement area. Don your swimwear and head for the big water slides or Rodeo mountain as its called, enjoy spectacular views as you slide down the rapids into hot water. There's also an open air hot springs bath with stunning mountain views, a jungle gym, cave bath and waterside of the dragon waterfalls. The Hakone Kowakien Garden Yunessun indoor areas include the Aegean sea of the Gods with large spa and Mediterranean motif, there's a wine bath with bright vintage colours and rich fragrance, a full coffee bath which is a first in Japan, a Doctor's fish footbath and a playground. They also have green tea baths and sake baths, a jacuzzi and three bathtubs with warm wood deck, an aroma room, Finnish sauna and offer pyroclastic treatments, it's all here including a lounge and terrace for delicious meals and buffets, a must visit.READ MORE
Hakone Pax Yoshino2018-09-05
The Hakone Pax Yoshino is a Japanese hotel in Hakone, Japan inside the Fuji Hakone Izu National park with semi open air baths and a big public bath and chartered hot spring on the top floor with views over the mountain and river. Come for great peace and happiness, a wonderful stay in Japanese style rooms or Japanese western style rooms some with semi open air baths, and dining here is a banquet feast of fresh fish from the Pacific ocean and vegetables from the west face of Hakone mountain. The Hakone Pax Yoshino serves a Japanese banquet dinner in the dining room as well as a Japanese and western style buffet breakfast and children are welcome, they also have a relaxation space surrounded by nature after your Onsen, they offer massages and reflexology, there's a kids corner, Hanamizuki lounge, karaoke rooms, a ping pong room, shop with Japanese souvenirs and more, come for a wonderful stay.READ MORE
Mount View Hakone2018-08-30
Mount View Hakone is a beautiful hotel in Hakone, Japan with indoor and outdoor Nigori-yu hot spring baths with rare volcanic hot spring water, massages can also be arranged and free WiFi is available throughout the property. Tranquil rooms feature traditional futon beds and LCD TV, safe and yukata robes, and all room have a private toilet and washstand but bathroom facilities are shared. The famous mountains around the property are perfect for hiking with incredible views after a good nights rest. The dining room at Mount View Hakone serves delicious Japanese meals for breakfast and dinner made from local seasonal ingredients. For recreation, there is table tennis, and a shop with local products, as well as free parking, it's all here and more for a fabulous stay with relaxing hot spring baths. READ MORE
The Hakone Tokinoshizuku2018-09-05
The Hakone Tokinoshizuku in Hakone, Japan is located in a quiet area, and this modern inn in harmony with the traditional beautfy of Japan features Futon beds in all the rooms with Italian matresses, tatami mats and soji. All guests rooms have a Rotenburo or outdoor bath with naturally flowing hot water for the ultimate in refreshing relaxation, dining here is a feast for the eyes and palate with fresh fish and vegetables, it's a Japanese Kaiseki dinner experience beyond. The Hakone Tokinoshizuku also features an aroma spa offering aromatherapy treatments, they have an expert on face and body, essential oils an an aesthetician to check your physical state and mental condition before treatments, come relax your mind, detox your body and destress, it's all here and more.READ MORE