Hakone has a history of 1200 years as a hot spring hot spot. A short 1 to 2-hour journey away from the city center, it’s just right for a day trip to see the sights as you go around the abundant shops ...

On the terrace of my ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) room, I sink into the sulfur-scented waters of a private onsen (hot spring) bath as a soft evening rain patters on the surrounding foliage. A ...

Hot springs, a historical checkpoint, and hikes along the ancient Tokaido Road are among the prime attractions awaiting travelers in Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture. This onsen resort town is a ...