Immerse Yourself in Nature: The Hakone Kuzuryu no Mori Therapy Road
The first pirate ship departs Tōgendai Port at 9:00 am
Hakone Kuzuryu no Mori Therapy Road is a short but delightful trail located near Lake Ashi in Hakone, Kanagawa, Japan. It's a perfect spot to practice Shinrin-yoku (森林浴), the Japanese concept of forest bathing, which involves immersing yourself in the sights, sounds, and smells of the forest to improve your health and well-being.
The trail is a mere 1 kilometer (0.6 miles) long, with an elevation gain of about 21 meters (69 feet). This makes it an easy walk suitable for most fitness levels, including families with children or older adults.
On March 30th, 2024, I embarked on a peaceful journey along the Hakone Forest Therapy Road
Signpost for the Hakone Kuzuryu no Mori Therapy Road (箱根九頭龍の森セラピーロード)
The Hakone Kuzuryu no Mori Therapy Road (YouTube link)
The trail unfolded beautifully along the eastern shore of Lake Ashi. It was a perfect blend of forest immersion and lakeside vistas. Whether I was surrounded by the lush canopy or gazing out at the serene lake, a sense of relaxation and peace washed over me.
The tranquility was further enhanced by the lack of crowds. I encountered very few people on the path, and most seemed to be Japanese locals. This added to the feeling of peaceful seclusion and a chance to truly connect with nature.
From Tōgendai Port, the panoramic vista of Lake Ashi stretches out, framed by lush mountains
Fishermen were plentiful on the lake, some even standing in the shallows
Sunlight filters through a dense canopy of leaves, casting dappled light on the forest floor along the Therapy Road
Through breaks in the trees along the Therapy Road, I stole glimpses of the serene Lake Ashi, its peaceful beauty adding to the calming atmosphere
The path was blissfully quiet, with only occasional walkers and cyclists sharing the serene space
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