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Hakone's iconic hot springs just an hour from Tokyo

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Gora Kadan

Gora Kadan

Hakone

Former Imperial Family summer villa with Relais & Chateaux membershipIconic rockbed private onsen fed by natural alkaline springsMonthly-changing kaiseki cuisine with Izu seasonal ingredients

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Fuji-Hakone Guest House

Fuji-Hakone Guest House

Hakone· $

Real volcanic onsen water from Owakudani at budget pricesPrivate bath use — no shared bathing, tattoo-friendlyEnglish-speaking owners with deep local knowledge

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Hatsuhana

Hatsuhana

Hakone· $$$

All 47 rooms feature private open-air baths with natural hot spring waterCompletely renovated in September 2022 with modern cherry blossom-inspired designFour complimentary private baths with unique themes available to all guests

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Natural SPA Auberge gen Hakone Gora

Natural SPA Auberge gen Hakone Gora

Hakone· $$$$

All 18 rooms with private open-air baths fed directly from the hot spring sourcePanoramic Hakone mountain views from every room and deckCreative in-room kaiseki dinner unconstrained by convention

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Suiun

Suiun

Hakone· $$$$

All 43 rooms equipped with private open-air Japanese cypress onsen bathsBaraka Spa with botanical aromatherapy treatments using Japanese plant oilsSeasonal kaiseki with signature alfonsino shabu-shabu served in-room

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Hakone Gora Byakudan

Hakone Gora Byakudan

Hakone· $$$

All 16 rooms with private open-air natural hot spring bathsGolden-hued mineral water from an exclusive private sourceSet within 12,000 sqm of deciduous forest

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Yoshimatsu

Yoshimatsu

Hakone· $$$

Mount Fuji and Lake Ashi views from private open-air bathsIntimate seven-room property with exceptional personalized serviceExquisite seasonal kaiseki cuisine with fresh local ingredients

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Where to Stay in Kanagawa

Popular areas for ryokan stays

Yokohama

Minato Mirai 21ChinatownHistoric port area

Nearby: Landmark Tower · Cup Noodles Museum · Red Brick Warehouse

Kamakura

Great BuddhaZen templesHiking trails

Nearby: Kotoku-in Temple · Tsurugaoka Hachimangu · Enoshima Island

Hakone

Hot springsMount Fuji viewsArt museums

Nearby: Hakone Open-Air Museum · Lake Ashi · Hakone Shrine

Fujisawa

Enoshima IslandBeachesTemples

Nearby: Enoshima Shrine · Shonan Beach · Enoshima Aquarium

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Best Time to Visit Kanagawa

What to expect throughout the year

Spring (March - May)

Mild and comfortable (12°C to 20°C)

·Cherry blossom viewing
·Temple hopping
·Coastal hiking

Events: Kamakura Cherry Blossom Festival, Yokohama Spring Festival, Art exhibitions

Summer (June - August)

Hot and humid (25°C to 32°C)

·Beach activities
·Fireworks viewing
·Water sports

Events: Shonan Beach Festival, Yokohama Port Festival, Summer fireworks

Autumn (September - November)

Cool and pleasant (15°C to 23°C)

·Temple visits
·Mountain hiking
·Art museum tours

Events: Hakone Art Festival, Autumn leaf viewing, Cultural festivals

Winter (December - February)

Cool with occasional snow (5°C to 12°C)

·Hot spring bathing
·Winter illuminations
·Museum visits

Events: Yokohama Christmas Market, Winter illuminations, New Year temple visits

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best time to visit Kanagawa?

Spring (March-May) and autumn (October-November) offer the most comfortable weather and beautiful scenery. Spring features cherry blossoms in Kamakura and Yokohama, while autumn brings pleasant temperatures and fall colors in Hakone. Summer is perfect for beach activities but can be humid.

How do I get around Kanagawa?

The prefecture is well-connected by trains and buses. The JR Pass is useful for major routes, while local passes like the Hakone Free Pass are great for specific areas. Major cities have extensive public transportation, and popular tourist areas are easily accessible from Tokyo.

What are the must-try local foods?

Try Yokohama's famous Chinese cuisine in Chinatown, Kamakura's shirasu (whitebait) dishes, and traditional Japanese sweets. The area is also known for fresh seafood, particularly in coastal areas like Enoshima and Misaki.

Where can I get the best views of Mount Fuji?

Hakone offers excellent views of Mount Fuji, particularly from Lake Ashi and the Hakone Ropeway. The mountain is most visible during winter months and early mornings. Enoshima Island also offers good viewing spots on clear days.

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