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".. is a mountainous area that is known for its natural beauty, historical sites, onsens, and views of the epic Mount Fuji." Toquesandboots	".. is one of Japans best known and most loved onsen resort destinations." 2aussietravellers
".. is located within the Fuji-Hake-Lzu National Park area & boasts stunning views of the iconic volcano Mount Fuji!" Thebrokebackpacker	".. is a town not far from Tokyo known for its iconic views of Mount Fuji and select onsen resorts." Youcouldtravel
".. is dressed in a beautiful orange coat of leaves, which can be admired from the Hakone Ropeway." Youcouldtravel	".. is probably the most popular hot spring resort in Japan, with over 10 different bath houses." Theworldinmypocket
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".. is Tokyo's best overnight excursion and can even provide glimpses of Mt." Bethreiber	".. is a magical mountain town tucked halfway between Tokyo and Kyoto." Theworldincorporated
".. is known for its high level of volcanic activity and volume of natural hot springs." Theworldincorporated	".. is a very popular area to stay in ryokans with onsens where you can view Mt Fuji from your onsen." Pretraveller

Hakone's character in words:

Culture Nature Lake Mountain Very touristic Art National park Spa Forest Size: Town By a lake Lake Ashi Owakudani Hakone Ropeway

What to visit - Hakone or Nara?

Both cities are wonderful and totally worth a longer visit. Both got similiar ratings and reviews.

What to visit - Hakone or Narita?

According to most tourists Hakone is more attractive than Narita. But it's recommended to consider Narita for a visit too because Narita is nice.

Itineraries

Hakone 2 day itinerary: a helpful guide

Search for: A pirate ship with the Hakone Shrine and Mount Fuji in the background - 2 days in Hakone itinerary Travelling to Japan and seeking a view of Mount Fuji? Consider spending 2 days in the beautiful area of Hakone. Spend your time sightseeing with stunning torri gates, a cruise on Lake Ashi and ..

- Planning our Hakone 2 days itinerary: The Hakone Free Pass - Other notes for our Hakone 2 days itinerary

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9 Best Ryokans in Hakone- Where to Stay and Relax

> Luxury traveler

The perfect way to unwind after a few days of sightseeing is at a luxury Japanese Ryokan in Hakone. If you’re looking to embody age-old Japanese customs with a contemporary twist, here are the best Ryokans in Hakone for the luxury traveler. ...

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Things to do

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Hakone Green Plaza Hotel: Onsen & More!

> The Best Things to Do in Hakone

If just staying in the onsen all day everyday is not for you, don’t worry – there are plenty of things to do in Hakone: ...

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Day trip to Hakone, Japan using the Hakone FreePass

> Things to do on a day trip to Hakone from Tokyo

If you have purchased the Hakone Freepass, everything in the itinerary above is included on the sightseeing tour. But there are a few stops along the way and additional things to do in Hakone and the surrounding area while on a day trip from Tokyo. ...

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Visiting the Hakone Onsen: Living the Good Life in Japan

> Things to do in Hakone

As far as sightseeing goes, there’s plenty to do out in Hakone, Japan. Thanks to the Hakone free pass, transportation is simple, convenient, and best of all, already paid for. ...

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Why making a Mt. Fuji day tour might be a better idea than going independent

> The best places to see Mount Fuji

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Wondering Where to Stay in Hakone? [2020!

> COOLEST thing to do in Tonosawa

Is it worth visiting?

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Hakone Kowakien Yunessun – Big kid fun outside Tokyo

> Why visit Hakone Kowakien Yunessun

If you’re unfamiliar with Hakone Kowakien Yunessun, let me paint you a picture: it’s an aquatic playground (read water slides and outdoor hot springs), including pools filled with green tea, coffee, red wine, sake, etc. Yep, you read that right. ...

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Accommodation

Wondering Where to Stay in Hakone? [2020!

Hakone is divided into smaller sub-regions named after the villages within them. Navigating your way around can be tricky – and it’s important to know what you want to get out of your trip before making a decision on where to stay. We want to make that decision easier – so we’ve figured out the seven best areas in ...

- Where to Stay in Hakone - Hakone 7 Best Neighborhoods to Stay in - Where to stay in Hakone for urban life! - Final Thoughts on Where to Stay in Hakone?

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9 Best Ryokans in Hakone- Where to Stay and Relax

Search this website Hide Search9 Best Ryokans in Hakone – Where to Stay and Relax Looking for a ryokan to stay just outside of Tokyo? Hakone offers some of the best options for impeccable views and ultimate relaxation. These are the best ryokans in Hakone to consider for your journey.

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Where to stay in Hakone Japan

Hakone is located about an hour south of Tokyo but it feels an entire world away. Hakone is a popular destination with Japanese tourists to get away from the city and experience a relaxing weekend at an onsen. Hakone is located in the Kanagawa Prefecture and is surrounded by mountains.

- Where to stay in Hakone, Japan - Best Hotels in Hakone Japan - The 7 Best Neighborhoods to Stay in Hakone - Conclusion – Where to stay in Hakone - Hakone-Yumoto – Where to stay in Hakone on a budget

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Hakone Green Plaza Hotel: Onsen & More!

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What’s the best time to visit Hakone

> Where to stay in Hakone

Eat & drink

Five Favorite Hakone Experiences: Inspiration for your Trip to Hakone, Japan

One of my favorite places during our Japan travels, Hakone is a magical mountain town tucked halfway between Tokyo and Kyoto. Departing the Hakone bus toward our ryokan – beginning our Hakone adventure! Upstairs, our room, quite spacious, had two bamboo mattresses resting on the floor.

- That one Restaurant in Hakone

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Day trip to Hakone, Japan using the Hakone FreePass

> Eat black eggs Owakudani

Along the ropeway from Hakone to Lake Ashi you’ll stop at Owakudani. The smell of sulfur in the Owakudani volcano valley is extremely powerful the moment you get out of the gondola. The staff will give you a cloth to cover your face if the smell is too much to handle. While there, stop in the gift shop and ..

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Transport

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Hakone Day Trip From Tokyo

> Start: Shinjuku to Odawara by Train or Shinkansen

The Hakone Free Pass is valid for the Odakyu railway line between Shinjuku and Odawara only. If you’re coming to Shinjuku station from another Tokyo station, remember to tap out your Suica card (or other IC card) before you use your Hakone Free Pass to enter the Odakyu railway platforms.

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Hakone Kowakien Yunessun – Big kid fun outside Tokyo

> Your other transport options include:

Option 2 – Fast route – for those willing to take a faster, more direct route, the Romance Car option could be the one for you. From Shinjuku station, you will catch an express train with a few limited stops to Hakone Yumoto station, which takes only 85 minutes and costs 2080 yen (not covered by JR Rail Pass).

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Mount Fuji Hakone

Mount Fuji, a symbolic home to Japanese people, became a World Cultural Heritage site by virtue of its beauty and being a source of spiritual, as well as, artistic inspiration. The main purpose of my visit to Hakone was to view Mount Fuji, and thankfully, during the two days that I was in Hakone, the sky was clear and ..

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Day trip to Hakone, Japan using the Hakone FreePass

> Hiking around Lake Ashi

If you want to get away from the crowds, I strongly recommend hiking around Lake Ashi. There are beautiful trails around the lake that wind through the trees, offering a peaceful nature experience. We skipped the sightseeing cruise and decided to hike to the Hakone Shrine instead. Our hike took us about 2 hours, and ..

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Costs & Budget tips

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9 Best Ryokans in Hakone- Where to Stay and Relax

> Ryokans for the budget traveler

The beautiful town of Hakone, known for its hot-water springs (onsen) attracts millions of nature-lovers each year. ...

- Mid-range budget

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How to arrive

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Visiting the Hakone Onsen: Living the Good Life in Japan

> Getting to Hakone

From Shinjuku station in Tokyo, you can use a vending machine to purchase a 3-day Hakone free pass ...

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Hakone Kowakien Yunessun – Big kid fun outside Tokyo

> How to get to Hakone Kowakien Yunessun

. We were based in Shinjuku during our trip to Japan, but these instructions will work from most stations in Tokyo with just a few amendments. ...

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Hakone Kowakien Yunessun – Big kid fun outside Tokyo

> How to get to Hakone Kowakien Yunessun

There are various options to get to Hakone from Tokyo. For more information on your transport options to Hakone, check out this guide . We were based in Shinjuku during our trip to Japan, but these instructions will work from most stations in Tokyo with just a few ...

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General tips

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Review: Hyatt Regency Hakone Resort & Spa (Japan) - the Luxury Travel Expert

> Japanese cultural experiences

Two large, indoor onsenare available on site, one for men and one for women. As you may know, an onsen is a mineral hot-spring,rich in calcium and magnesium, that is said to have healing and health-promoting properties. The source of the Owakudani Valley Hot Springs is located at the hotel, and ..

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Wine

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Visiting Hakone Kowakien Yunessun: A Unique Hot Springs Experience

> Wine Onsen

We decided to go to the wine onsen first since that was the one I had heard about most and was really looking forward to. I was a little disappointed that it wasn’t actually an onsen filled entirely with wine, but I guess I really wasn’t surprised. It was pretty much just water with a red color to it.

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Day trip to Hakone, Japan using the Hakone FreePass

> Hakone Tozan Cable Car

After getting off the train, you’ll then board a cable car that will take you up a mountainous area. The cable car was extremely crowded when we went, but fortunately, the ride up the steep mountainside is brief, lasting less than 10 minutes. ...

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Hakone 2 day itinerary: a helpful guide

> The Romance Car to Hakone

With our train tickets in hand, we proceeded to the platform for the Odakyu Romance Car. Before you get there, the ticket machines are a good watch out. You need to insert both your train ticket and your Hakone Free Pass. Magically on exit, despite putting both in at the same time, the ticket collection booth knows to ...

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Hakone Day Trip From Tokyo

> Hakone Cable Car and Gora Town

To get down the other side of Owakudani summit, you need to take the ropeway as well as a cable car. The Hakone Cable Car makes several stops between Sounzan and Gora stations. ...

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2-3 days

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The village (Japan) Hakone has a population of 13,339. Also it offers you the possibility to relax atby a lake. The nearest neighbour city is Yokohama. Also this village is located in the center of Japan. Hakone fits perfect for a cultural trip.

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