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Rows of Illuminated Lanterns Adorn Township River Kurokawa Onsen 黒川温泉 ⭐⭐offers a unique and unforgettable experience for those seeking a traditional Japanese hot spring town. Here's why: Charming Atmosphere: Kurokawa is renowned for its traditional Japanese aesthetic. The town is free from large, modern hotels, and instead features charming ryokans (traditional Japanese inns) with wooden structures and natural materials. Exceptional Onsen Experience: Kurokawa boasts a variety of hot springs, many with outdoor baths (rotenburo) offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Relaxing Atmosphere: The town has a peaceful and tranquil ambiance, perfect for escaping the hustle and bustle of city life. Convenient Location: Kurokawa Onsen is located near Mount Aso, a magnificent active volcano, offering opportunities for hiking and exploring the natural beauty of the region. Unique Experiences: Consider trying local specialties like jigoku mushi (steamed dishes cooked in ...

箱根 天山湯治郷 (YouTube link ) SHINFURO：Synchronized Swimming in Hot Springs (YouTube link ) Hakone Onsen Hakone (箱根) is one of the most popular onsen (hot spring) towns and has a history of 1200 years. Visitors can enjoy a hot spring bath in public bath houses or ryokan . Many ryokan open their baths not only to staying guests but also to daytime visitors. While staying guests can use the baths for free, daytime visitors pay an admission fee of typically between ¥500 and ¥2000. Waiting area ( まちあい /  待合) View from the waiting area Personal Experience On 11/19/2018, I have decided to spend the day on a hot spring bath at Tenzan (天山⭐⭐) because it was raining.  As usual, you are not supposed to take pictures or video inside the bath.  I'll just refer you to Tenzan's official  web page to see what to expect at the bath.  The pictures on their web site are exactly you would experience if you were there. My impression at the bath was speechless...

Hakone is noted for its hot spring resorts, which attract both Japanese and international visitors due to its proximity to the greater Tokyo metropolis and to Mount Fuji . Hakone-Yumoto (箱根湯本), a gateway to the Hakone area, is Hakone's most famous hot spring with a particularly long history, high quality water and numerous baths and inns. Photo Gallery Below photos were taken on 11/19/2018, a rainy day and a good time for a hot spring bath: A Pedestrian Bridge Connecting Hakone Fujiya Hotel and Yumoto Station Pedestrian Bridge View from the  Hakone Fujiya Hotel  side View from the  Hakone Fujiya Hotel  side Souvenir Shops Souvenir Shops Soba Restaurant Souvenir Shops Souvenir Shops Hakone-Yumoto Station References Japan Travel―Visiting Hakone for Onsen Experience Hakone Travel  (Total 16 articles on this blogger )