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Visiting Hakone - Japan's resort paradise

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Hakone, located about 100km from Tokyo, is home to beautiful nature, shimmering resorts, and a great place to experience onsen bathing.

Hakone is a tourist spot near Tokyo and located in the hot spring area of Hanagawa Prefecture. From Tokyo, it takes about 2 hours by bus to Hakone and about 85 minutes by Odakyu express train.

Hakone is divided into 5 main areas.

- The Hakone Yumoto area is the gateway to Hakone, known for its hot springs by many people.

- Gora area with many hotels and museums and villas with a history of up to hundreds of years.

- Owakudani valley area where there are still active volcanoes

- Lake Ashinoko area with a beautiful view of the lake combined with Mount Fuji

- Sengokuhara area with vast grasslands

You can take the Hakone Tozan Railway connecting Hakone Yumoto and Gora which is very famous for its beautiful view from the train window, especially during the hydrangea season in May & June and the autumn foliage season in November.

Hakone is a place of rich and beautiful nature, including the famous Owakudani Valley, formed by volcanic eruption 3000 years ago. You can feel the volcanic activity still smoldering when taking the cable car at an altitude of 1044m above sea level.

Hakone has an interesting specialty from natural conditions, which is eggs with black shells due to the chemical reaction of gases released from volcanoes.

Coming to Hakone, Lake Ashi can't be missed with its beautiful surroundings, especially in autumn, the red and yellow leaves around the lake shore with the new color of sky, water and blue-green mountains creating a world full of Vibrant colors, stunningly beautiful. You should buy a ticket to take the Hakone train abroad to experience the most beautiful route.

For those who love outdoor hot spring baths with stunning views, Hakone will provide an unforgettable experience. If you are in Tokyo, you can completely go to Hakone and return in the same day while visiting and bathing onsen. Hakone is a paradise of all types of accommodation, from small inns to majestic resorts. You can stay 1 night to experience a different atmosphere from Tokyo

The closest train station to Hakone is Hakone Yumoto. From Shinjuku Station, take the Odakyu Line to Hakone. Transportation in the Hakone area can use a variety of vehicles such as buses, Hakone Mountain Tram, Hakone Lake Cruise, Hakone Ropeway. If you want to experience all types of Hakone transportation, the Hakone Free Pass package ticket will be the most economical choice for you. All-inclusive fare for 2 days from Shinjuku is 5140 yen/adult, 1500 yen/child. All-inclusive tickets are available at stations of the Odakyu Line, and fares vary depending on the station of departure.