Hakone Onsen is a famous hot spring in Kanagawa Prefecture. It has many different types of onsen and beautiful views of Mount Fuji. The town is part of the larger Hakone area, which is part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, offering a serene setting of lakes, mountains, and forests.
Hakone Onsen is celebrated for its diverse hot spring sources, each with distinct mineral compositions and healing properties. Choose from traditional ryokans, modern resorts, and public bathhouses, many of which feature open-air baths (rotenburo) with views of the surrounding nature or, on clear days, Mount Fuji. Explore the scenic Lake Ashi by boat, ride the Hakone Ropeway for panoramic views, visit the historic Hakone Shrine, and enjoy the area’s numerous art museums, including the famous Hakone Open-Air Museum.
