Hakone Onsen (Hot Springs) is the collective name for the hot spring area in Hakone-machi, Kanagawa Prefecture, which covers the foothills to the mid-levels of Hakone Volcano. Hakone Japan Onsen is easily accessible by train from the center of Tokyo, which takes just about an hour, and is a very popular Onsen destination among all Onsens in Japan. Many Hakone hot spring facilities offer day-trip bathing services, so you can visit at your own leisure. Tell us your travel date for a private guided Hakone Onsen day trip now.
Table of Contents
1. Overviews of 17 Hot Springs of Hakone
2. Hakone Onsen with Mt Fuji View
3. Japan Onsen Spa in Hakone
4. Hakone Ryokan Onsen
5. Tips on Hakone Hot Springs Bath
6. Transportation Guide to Onsen Hakone
7. Recommended Attractions for the Hakone Onsen Trip
1. Overviews of 17 Hakone Onsens in Kanagawa
Hakone is one of the best onsen areas in Japan. How many Onsen are there in Hakone? Hakone has flourished as a hot spring town since the Edo period, and it is said that there were already 7 to 8 onsens. Among all of the Hakone Japan hot springs, the oldest one is Hakone Yumoto Onsen, which is said to have been dug out in the Nara period. After the Meiji period, 9 to 10 more hot springs were discovered one after another, all of which are collectively known as the 17 Hot Springs of Hakone. Check out the following Japan tours with Hakone trips, and feel free to contact us to tailor the Hakone itinerary if needed.
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●Hakone Yumoto Onsen: The largest Hakone Onsen Close to Tokyo
There are many Japanese-style hotels and restaurants around Yumoto Onsen. The Odakyu Line provides direct transportation from Shinjuku, Tokyo to Hakone Yumoto. Thanks to its convenient transportation, Yumoto Hot Spring is one of the most popular Onsens in Hakone, and one of the best hot springs near Tokyo.
●Tonosawa Onsen: Famous for Its Outdoor Baths and Stunning View of Four Seasons
Tonosawa Onsen was discovered by the monks of Amitaji Temple in the early Edo period. Tonosawa Hot Springs is famous for the rich minerals in its spring water. There are traditional Japanese-style hotels near Tonosawa Onsen, which attract many visitors, including some famous Japanese novelists.
●Ohiradai Onsen: Characterized by Its 44℃ Hot Spring Bath
Developed in 1955, Ohiradai Hot Springs attracts many visitors from home and abroad with its mineral-rich hot spring water and beautiful seasonal flowers. In spring you can enjoy cherry blossoms in full bloom, in fall you can enjoy the red maple leaves, and the Hachisenka flowers add a lot of character to summer in Ohiradai Onsen.
●Miyanoshita Onsen: Enjoy Its Nostalgic Scenes in Private Bath
Miyanoshita hot springs originated in the 18th century. During the Meiji period, Miyanoshita Onsen was a resort for foreigners. The Fujiya Hotel, souvenir stores, and photo studios in Miyanoshita Onsen create a historical flavor of the olden days. Miyashita Hot Springs is one of the most popular hot springs in Hakone.
●Dogashima Onsen: A Hidden Spring Gushing from the Bottom of the Stream
Dogashima Hot Springs is located at the bottom of the Hayakawa Valley. The hotels in Dogashima Onsen utilize ropeway cable cars or cable cars to transport guests to and from the hot springs.
●Sokokura Onsen: A Hot Spring in Hakone Capturing the Hearts of Renowned Warriors
Folklore has it that the water from Sokokura hot springs can reduce scars. In 1958, when Odawara Castle was besieged, Toyotomi Hideyoshi used large rocks to surround the current Chikura Hot Spring to treat injured soldiers. Sokokura Onsen is one of the seven famous hot springs in Hakone.
●Ninotaira Onsen: Where You Can also Enjoy Visiting Art Museum in Hakone
Ninotaira Onsen has become increasingly popular among tourists with the opening of the Hakone Open-Air Museum. Ninotaira Hot Springs is also known as a beauty spa because the minerals contained in Ninotaira Onsen are believed to have a healing effect on the skin.
●Kiga Onsen: The Second Oldest Hot Springs in Hakone Loved by Edo Shoguns
Kiga Onsen is the second oldest hot springs in Hakone with an elevation of 440 meters. When Minamoto Yoritomo's relative Kiga Zenji Yoshinari fell ill, he recovered after soaking in Kiga Onsen for seven days. Because it is a pure hot spring, Kiga hot spring is colorless and transparent, and has excellent skin texture, making it popular as a hot spring for seeking children. Nowadays, there are no hotels where you can enjoy Kiga Onsen because the source of the hot spring has almost dried up.
●Kowakudani Onsen: A Gentle and Pure Hot Spring Offering a Tranquil Atmosphere and Beautiful Surroundings
Kowakudani Onsen attracts many tourists due to its beautiful surroundings. Kowakudani Onsen is surrounded by Kowakidani Horaien Gardens, Chisuji Falls, and Asama Mountain. The hotels, hot spring pools, and recreational facilities in Hakone Kowakudani Onsen are centered in the Kowakudani Forest Spa Park.
●Gora Onsen: A Well-known Onsen Resort in Hakone Offering Various Baths with Rich Hot Spring Ingredients
Hakone Gora Onsen. Gora is located at the bottom of the east side of Sounzan, and the Hakone Cable Car transports visitors between the Hakone Museum of Art, Gora Park, and Gora Onsen Hakone, it is a place where nature and art are harmoniously combined.
●Miyagino Onsen: A Tranquil Hot Spring at the Foot of the Mountain
Miyagino Onsen is a newly developed hot spring along the Hayakawa River. Miyagino Hot Springs is surrounded by mountains and a clear river. The surrounding nature creates a natural and cozy ambiance for Miyagino Onsen.
●Sengokuhara Onsen: An Onsen Destination in Hakone Featuring a Mix of Modern and Traditional Facilities
Sengokuhara Onsen is located in the highlands northwest of Hakone. Sengokuhara hot springs cater to the favorites and preferences of Western tourists and feature a golf course, tennis courts, and an art museum.
●Ubako Onsen: High-quality Sulfuric Hot Springs Effective for Eye Ailments
Ubako Onsen is named after a character in a Japanese fairy tale. The main character of the fairy tale, Kintaro, is a boy who was raised by a banshee in the mountains and has superpowers. The banshee in the story is inspired by Hakone hot springs and heals Kintaro's eyes.
●Ashinoyu Onsen: Boasting the Unique Hot Spring Ingredients of Hakone
Ashinoyu Hot Springs is located at the highest point on National Highway 1. Ashinoyu Onsen's water contains some unique minerals and has been favored by many Japanese celebrities.
●Yunohanazawa Onsen: Offering a Variety of Accommodations and Bathing Options
Yunohanazawa Onsen is located on the outside of Hakone Mountain, and thanks to its elevated position, Yunohanazawa Hot Spring offers visitors a stunning view of the ocean.
●Takogawa Onsen: The Newest Hot Spring of the 17 Onsens in Hakone
Hakone Takogawa Onsen is a newly developed hot spring in Hakone, and Hakone-en is the most famous and popular attraction near Takogawa Hot Springs. The Onsen is also equipped with many sports and recreational facilities nearby.
●Ashinoko Onsen: Providing the Unique Hot Spring Experience with Its Lakeside Views
Ashinoko Hot Spring is famous for its long history and attractive natural scenery to visitors from home and abroad. The Old Tōkaidō Road Ancient Cedar Avenue and Hakone Checkpoint near Lake Ashinoko Onsen are some of the more famous attractions in Hakone. The view of Mt. Fuji from the Lake Ashinoko Cruise will surely impress you.
2. Hakone Onsen with Mt Fuji View
You may wonder is there any Hakone private Onsen with Mount Fuji view? Yes, Hakone Onsen is one of the best onsen in winter Japan, where you can gaze at the snow-capped peak of Mount Fuji and take in the snowy scenery during the winter months. There are 2 best Onsen in Hakone with Mt Fuji view from where you can enjoy the natural Japanese hot springs and the spectacular Mount Fuji scene at the same time.
1) Hotel Green Plaza Hakone: The Hot Spring Source of Sengokuhara Onsen
Both men's and women's open-air baths offer a close-up view of Mount Fuji's majestic mountain scenery. "Senshigahara Onsen", which gushes out of the hotel's hinterland, is characterized by its silky smoothness and moistness. The open air bath rooms are also very popular because of its Hakone Onsen with Mt Fuji view. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Hakone Tozan Bus Ubako bus stop, and there is also a shuttle bus to and from the Palace Hotel-mae bus stop.
Hotel Green Plaza Hakone (ホテルグリーンプラザ Hakone)
Address: 1244-2 Sengokuhara, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0631, Japan
Phone: +81 460-84-8611
2) Ryuguden: A Hakone Onsen with Views of Lake Ashi and Mount Fuji at the Same Time
All guest rooms are lake-view Japanese-style rooms with large glass windows reflecting the magnificent view of Ashinoko Lake. In the same hinterland, there are guest rooms with hot spring baths. When you look out from the guest room, it is as if you have occupied Hakone Mountain and Lake Ashinoko all to yourself, so you can enjoy the beautiful lake view in front of you. It is also recommended for you to view Mount Fuji under the afterglow of the setting sun from the stunning large open-air bath at dusk. It is one of the best Ryokan in Hakone with view of Mt Fuji that is popular among travelers.
Address: 139 Motohakone, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0522, Japan
Phone: +81 0460-83-1121
3. Japan Onsen Spa in Hakone
How about enjoying a Japanese spa bath when you are traveling to Hakone? Choose your favorite Hakone spa resort here to experience the Hakone Japan Onsen in another way.
1) Hakone Yuryo Onsen: Hakone's Most Popular Day-Trip Onsen
The Honten Yurakuan Onsen of Hakone Yuryo offers five types of public baths, including Indoor baths, open air baths, pottery baths, and saunas, as well as 19 rooms with open-air private baths. The rooms can be reserved for private use. This is a rustic folk house style bath facility, and the baths here give you visual enjoyment as you can appreciate the rich nature of Hakone at the same time.
Address: 1297 Ninotaira, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0407, Japan
Phone: +81 460-82-4126
Business hours of Yuryo Hakone: 10:00~20:00 on weekdays; 10:00~21:00 on weekends
Reference fee: 1,600 yen for adults on weekdays, 1,900 yen on weekends; 900 yen for children
How to get to Yuryo Onsen Hakone: Get off at Hakone Tozan Railway Tonozawa Station and walk for about 6 minutes and there is a free shuttle bus service to Hakone Yumoto Station.
2) Hakone Kowakien Yunessun Japan: A World-Famous Water Playground and Hot Spring Theme Park
Yunessun Spa Japan is divided into a hot spring area where you can enjoy the water in swimsuits, and Mori no Yu, where you can enjoy Hakone's hot springs in the open air bath of the large garden. There is a large indoor spa "Aegean Sea of the Gods" (神々のエーゲ海) and various types of baths such as "wine bath" and "coffee bath", so you can have fun even on a rainy day. You can enjoy open-air baths and gourmet food at the same time. It is a short walk from the Kowakien bus stop of the Hakone Tozan Bus and the Izu Hakone Bus. There is also a free shuttle bus service from Hakone Tozan Railway Gora Station.
Yunessun Japan Info:
Address: 1297 Ninotaira, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0407, Japan
Phone：0460-82-4126
Business Hours of Yunessun Spa Resort Japan:
Swimsuit area 9:00-19:00
Hot spring area 11:00-20:00
Hakone Kowakien Yunessun price:
Swimwear area: 2,500 yen for adults and 1,400 yen for children (tax included)
Hot spring area: 1,500 yen for adults and 1,000 yen for children (tax included)
Swimwear area & hot spring area 3,500 yen for adults, 1,800 yen for children (tax included)
3) Tenzan Onsen Hakone: A Day Use Hot Spring and a Must-Visit in Hakone
Founded in 1966, Tenzan Onsen is a very representative hot spring facility in Hakone-Yumoto, specializing in hot springs for local people. The entire facility is divided into three sections: Tenzan, Ikkyu, and Hagoromo, with Tenzan and Ikkyu offering day-use hot springs, and Hagoromo being a hot spring facility for accommodation.
Address of Tenzan Hakone: 208 Yumotochaya, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0312, Japan
Hakone Tenzan Phone: +81 460-86-4126
4) Hottarakashi Onsen: A Public Hot Spring with Outdoor Baths
Hottarakashi Onsen, nestled in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, offers a serene hot spring experience with breathtaking views of Mount Fuji. Perched on the mountainside, this open-air onsen allows visitors to immerse themselves in rejuvenating thermal waters while soaking in panoramic vistas of the iconic volcano. The tranquil ambiance and therapeutic benefits of Hottarakashi Onsen make it a popular destination for relaxation and contemplation amidst nature's beauty. If you are looking for the best spa Japan, you cannot miss Hottarakashi Onsen.
Address: 1669-18 Yatsubo, Yamanashi, 405-0036, Japan
Phone: +81 553-23-1526
4. Hakone Ryokan Private Onsen
Where to stay in Hakone with Onsen? Which is the best Hakone Ryokan with private Onsen? Here are our top 4 Hakone Onsen Ryokan for you to choose your favorite Hakone onsen hotel for your accommodation.
1) Hakone Kamon: Private Open-air Bath Room with Its Own Source of Water
Hakone Kamon is a Hakone hot spring hotel has only 16 rooms and has Hakone's high-quality hot spring water from its own source. The guest rooms with open-air baths located on a special floor on the top floor allow you to enjoy hot spring baths flowing from the source. The large bathhouse "YUMEGURI CHAYA" offers 10 types of bathrooms with various styles, such as outdoor open-air hot spring, indoor public hot spring, neyu, barrel baths, steam baths, etc. Each Hakone Kamon Onsen has its own unique features. You can relieve fatigue while enjoying the fun of various hot springs. The 10 types of hot springs are accessible all day long, except for cleaning time between 9:00 and 10:30. If the above 10 types of bathhouses haven't satisfied you enough, then you must try “かがおう” and “なよ竹”, which are surrounded by bamboo forests. In addition to the above-mentioned public baths and private bath, Kamon also provides a "foot bath" for hotel guests on the third floor, where you can slowly feel the comfort brought by the best onsen Hakone Japan from your feet to your body.
Address: 435 Yumoto, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0311, Japan
Phone: +81 460-85-5050
2) Hakone Kowakien TEN-YU: All Rooms Come with Hot Spring Open-air Baths
While soaking in the bath in Hakone Kowakien TEN-YU, you can see the unique scenery of Hakone such as Hakone Mountain and the green valley from each room. The large bathhouse has 2 open-air baths. The "Karazawa no Yu" on the 5th floor allows you to soak in the bath while overlooking the wonderful scenery of the waterfall, and the "Ukiun no Yu" on the 6th floor will surprise you as the water surface of the bath seems to merge with the sky. Here you can enjoy the best Onsen in Hakone.
Address: 1297 Ninotaira, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0407, Japan
Phone: +81 465-20-0260
3) Hotel Okada: Popular Open-air Bath Overlooking the Majestic Mountains of Hakone
Hotel Okada is also the best Onsen Ryokan in Hakone, which is a very popular Hakone hot spring ryokan. It has 5 self-sourced springs with an abundant spring water volume of 270 liters per minute. There are 3 different types of guest rooms with open-air hot springs baths, including "Suisai", which decorates the interior space with traditional Japanese colors; "Yanan", which is located on a high floor and is enveloped in the beauty of Japanese-style space; and "Izumi Yu", which adopts a unified Japanese and modern style for every piece of furniture. You can freely enjoy the hotel's own water source at any time and soak in it for as long as you want.
Okada Hotel (ホテルおかだ)
Address: 191 Yumotochaya, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0312, Japan
Phone: +81 460-85-6000
4) Ryokan Aura Tachibana: Natural Hot Spring Baths with Mountain Views
There are three types of baths here, the private open-air bath in the "Sky Terrace", the open-air large public bath, and the open-air bath in the Japanese-style pavilion that is exclusive to the guest rooms. In this best Ryokan in Hakone with private Onsen, the Hakone Mountains in front of you look like an ancient painting on the wall, and you can enjoy the sense of openness that is isolated from daily life.
The cuisine here can be enjoyed in two different restaurants. In addition, the hotel also has entertainment facilities such as a bar, library, and souvenir shop. The beautifully decorated lobby is also the unique scenery of Ryokan Aura Tachibana.
Ryokan Aura Tachibana /あうら 橘
Address: 574 Yumoto, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0311, Japan
Phone: +81 460-85-5541
In addition to the Hakone Ryokan with the private open air bath that we recommended above, Ryokan Hakone Ginyu and Hakone hot springs Kansuiro Ryokan also feature Hakone private onsen that are favored by tourists.
5. Tips on Hakone Hot Springs Bath
It is known to all that Japanese people pay more attention to the Onsen etiquette and rules. Here are things to note when taking a hot spring bath in the Hakone hotel with private onsen.
1) When soaking in the Hakone hot spring resort, drink plenty of water to replenish lost water at any time.
2) It is recommended not to enter the bath on an empty stomach or when you are too full, to avoid symptoms such as dizziness, vomiting, indigestion, and fatigue.
3) It is recommended to remove the metal jewelry you are wearing before taking a bath, because some metals will react chemically with the minerals in the hot spring, causing the jewelry to discolor, resulting in jewelry discoloration.
4) When you are soaking in hot springs in Hakone, it is recommended to close your eyes and meditate with slow and deep breathing to soothe the body and mind to relieve your pressure.
5) There is no need to rinse with clean water after taking a dip in hot springs. However, if you are soaking in strong acid or hydrogen sulfide hot springs, it is best to rinse to avoid irritating the skin and causing allergies.
6) Keep warm after taking a hot springs bath, dry your whole body quickly, especially the armpits, crotch, navel, and skin folds of the limbs, and apply moisturizing lotion in time to lock in skin moisture.
6. Ultimate Transportation Guide to Onsen Hakone
How do you get to the Hakone Onsen? How far is Hakone Onsen from Tokyo? To enjoy the hot springs in Japan, you can go there from Tokyo Station, Shinjuku Station, Kyoto Station, and Osaka Station.
●Departing from Tokyo Station
→If traveling by train:
1) Take the Shinkansen to Odawara Station for about 40 minutes; then switch to the Hakone Tozan Railway, and arrive in Hakone in about 15 minutes.
2) Take Odakyu Electric Railway's "Romance" express train directly from Shinjuku Station in Tokyo to Hakone-Yumoto Station in about 1 hour and 25 minutes.
→If transferring by train and bus:
1) Take the Shinkansen Kodama to Odawara Station and transfer to the Hakone Tozan Bus, which takes about 55 minutes one way.
2) Take the JR Rapid アクティー to Odawara Station and transfer to the Hakone Tozan Bus, which takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes one way.
→If taking an express bus:
1) Take the Odakyu-Hakone Highway Bus from Haneda Airport to Togendai for about 160 minutes and to Hakone-Yumoto in about 2 hours and 10 minutes.
●Departing from Shinjuku Station
→If traveling by train:
1) Take the Odakyu Romance to Hakone-Yumoto Station for about 1 hour and 25 minutes one way.
→If transferring by bus and train:
1) Take the Odakyu Express to Odawara Station and transfer to the Hakone Tozan Bus, which takes about 2 hours one way.
→If taking an express bus:
1) Take the Odakyu-Hakone Highway Bus from Shinjuku and arrive at Hakone Togendai Station in about 2 hours.
●Departing from Kyoto Station
→If transferring between trains and trams:
1) From Kyoto Station, take the Tokaido Sanyo Shinkansen to Odawara, and then take the train to Hakone Yumoto, which takes 2 hours and 45 minutes for the whole journey. And you can enjoy Kyoto Hot Springs during the day and Hakone Onsen at night.
●Departing from Osaka Station
→If transferring between trains and trams:
1) Take the Shinkansen from Shin-Osaka Station to Odawara, and then take the train to Hakone-Yumoto. The total journey takes 2 hours and 38 minutes, making it possible to enjoy the private onsen Osaka day use.
The main modes of transportation within Hakone include mountain trams, mountain cable cars, aerial cable cars, pirate sightseeing boats, and mountain buses, which are basically designed to go around in a circle, with each section having its own means of transportation.
Transportation in Japan is really troublesome. If you want to travel around Hakone smoothly, experience the 8 modes of transportation in Hakone at any time, and enjoy preferential prices on some popular attractions, the Hakone Free Pass is undoubtedly beneficial. Contact us to enjoy an affordable Hakone Onsen day trip.
7. Not-to-be-missed Attractions during Your Hakone Onsen Trip
Hakone is famous for its hot springs, but there are also many popular attractions worthy of a visit. Visit the beautiful scenery during the day and soak in the cozy Onsen at night, this will be an unforgettable Japan Onsen trip in Hakone. If your travel time allows, you can also extend your tour to Fuji Kawaguchiko, where you can also experience the best Japanese hot springs in the Mt. Fuji area.
NO.1: Owakudani Valley
Owakudani is the remains of a volcanic crater formed by a massive volcanic eruption on the north side of Mt. Kamiyama at the end of the Hakone volcanic activity about 400,000 years ago. It is also known as the "Great Hell". A major source of Hakone hot springs is here. However, due to the relatively high sulfur content, most of the water here is toxic and is not suitable for hot spring bathing. It is just regarded as a landscape. The boiling heat of the underground water and the white smoke rising out will make you feel as if you have arrived at the gate of hell.
Admission to Owakudani: Free
Opening hours: 8:30~17:00
Transportation:
1) Take JR and get off at Odawara Station, then take the Izuhakone Bus to get there in about 50 minutes.
2) Take the Odakyu train (bound for Hakone) from Shinjuku, get off at Hakone-Yumoto Station, transfer to the mountain tram to Gora, then transfer to the mountain cable car to Sounzan in Gora, and then arrive at Sounzan station, take the cable car to Togendai and get off at Owakudani Station on the way.
NO.2: Lake Ashino
Lake Ashino is the core area of Hakone tourism. It is a relic left by the volcanic eruption. The blue water waves are like bright emeralds. Lake Ashino is backed by Mount Fuji. If the weather is clear, the lake and mountains complement each other, and the snow-capped top of Mount Fuji and the lake seem to be part of the painting together.
Taking a pirate ship is also an essential experience for viewing Lake Ashi. There are three ports to choose from: Hakone Town Port, Motohakone Port, and Togendai Port. Taking a Hakone sightseeing cruise allows you to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Hakone from another angle.
Admission to Lake Ashino: Free
Opening hours: all day
Lake Ashi cruise ticket price:
A one-way ticket:
From Hakone Town Port/Motohakone Port - Togendai Port: 1,000 yen/adult; 500 yen/child.
Togendai Port - Hakone Town Port/Motohakone Port: 1,000 yen/adult; 500 yen/child.
Note: If you need a stateroom, an additional 500 yen is required for adults and 250 yen for children.
A round-trip ticket:
Round trip to any port: 1,840 yen/adult; 910 yen/child
Note: If you need a stateroom, an additional 770 yen is required for adults; and 400 yen for children.
Transportation:
1) Depart from Tokyo and take the Odakyu train from Shinjuku to Hakone-Yumoto. After getting off the station, transfer to the mountain tram bound for Gora at the platform. Arrive at Gora and transfer to the cable car to Mount Sounzan. After 9 minutes, you will arrive at Mount Sounzan, where you can take the cable car to the terminal, Togendai. This is where the cruise ship dock for Lake Ashinoko is located.
2) From Owakudani to Lake Ashino, just take the Hakone Tozan Bus; you can also take the Hakone Ropeway.
NO.3: Hakone Shrine
Hakone Shrine is an extremely rare floating shrine. People believe in it as the god of good luck who is very effective in traffic safety, wishes coming true, and bringing luck and eliminating misfortune.
There is a small red torii gate on the blue lake. It was built on the lakeside to facilitate the launching of boats to pray. If you come to the shrine at night, small lights will be lit along the road, and if you walk along the path, it seems that there is another mysterious world at the end.
Hakone Shrine Admission: Free
Opening hours: 9.00~17.00
Transportation: Take the Hakone Tozan Bus Lines Y, H, and K and get off at Motohakone, then walk there.
NO.4: Hakone Venetian Glass Museum (Glass Forest)
The Hakone Venetian Glass Museum is the first art museum in Japan to exclusively exhibit Venetian glass. Venetian glass art once made European aristocrats crazy. There are sparkling springs and waterfalls outside the museum, all made of glass balls, as if you have entered a pure fairy tale kingdom. There are also small glass flowers among the flowers. If you don't look closely, it is difficult to tell the real ones from the fake ones. The crystal-like glass trees rippling leisurely on the quiet lake are so beautiful. The indoor Venetian Glass Art Museum mainly displays Venetian glass crafts from the 15th to the 18th century, and the Modern Venice Art Museum mainly displays Venetian crafts from the 19th century. You can also experience the workshop inside, where you can make cups, keychains, etc.
Opening hours: 10:00~17:00
Transportation:
1) You can take the Tokaido Shinkansen from Tokyo to Odawara Station, take the Hakone Tozan Bus and get off at Kojiri Togendaikyo Station, and walk there.
2) Take the Odakyu Railway from Shinjuku to Hakone-Yumoto Station and then change to the Hakone Tozan Bus. Also, get off at Kojiri Togendaikyo Station.
It is strongly recommended to spend two days visiting Hakone, with 1 day visiting the Hakone Venetian Glass Museum and Hakone Shrine, and 1 day exploring Owakudani Valley and Lake Ashino. And enjoy a comfortable Hakone hot spring bath at night.
If you don't want to go through the hassle of arranging a Hakone Onsen tour, you can also choose to customize your itinerary by contacting us and we'll have a customizer come to you.
What We'd Like to Say
No matter what season it is, when it comes to the most relaxing and enjoyable travel activities, I believe many people will think of hot springs. And when you think of hot springs, the first place that comes to mind is the Hakone region of Japan. As the home of Japan's hot springs, Hakone is one of the best places to go, whether you're here to relax and unwind, or just want to get away from the hostility of the city. If you're worried that you won't have a long vacation to spend at the hot springs in Hakone, you can always enjoy its Hakone Day Onsen. Contact our travel experts to create your trip to explore the ultimate secret of the Hakone Onsen Kanagawa.
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