JAPANiCAN Select Ryokan - Hakone Ryokan

Setsugetsuka's main building as seen from its walkways.

• Setsugetsuka's main building as seen from its walkways
• The wooden walkways between Setsugetsuka's wings also lead to a number of private baths easily reserved by any guest free of charge.
• Guest rooms are a mixture of modern amenities and Japanese style. Dinner is served in Setsugetsuka's main dining room.
• Setsugetsuka's large outdoor bath, "Kagaribi"
• All guest rooms at Setsugetsuka come with a private open-air cypress bath located on the veranda.

Located directly next to the final stop of the Hakone Tozan Railway, this contemporary ryokan offers a number of rare amenities for its price.

In addition to its large shared hot springs all of Setsugetsuka's guest rooms come equipped with a private outdoor bath.

A number of dining options, stone sauna, and spa services are also available.

Setsugetsuka mixes traditional touches like colorful yukata robes available for its guests with modern facilities and equipment in a fusion that is sure to please.

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The ornate exterior of Fukuzumiro.

• The ornate exterior of Fukuzumiro.
• Clean, classic lines define the design of Fukuzumiro's rooms.
• An abundance of natural beauty surrounds the hotel.
• Rooms epitomize wabi, time-honored Japanese sensibility.
• Fukuzumiro winds its way through lush verdantry.
• With classical wooden design, the building itself is a marvel to behold.

Fukuzumiro, a favorite of famous Japanese authors and artists, is a traditional estate which stretches back from the main entrance and street, creating a relaxing, peaceful atmosphere. Located close to Hakone Yumoto Station, it features natural hot spring baths supplied with water right from the source which are open 24 hours a day.

This classical Japanese-style ryokan is a registered tangible cultural property as designated by the Japanese Agency for Cultural Affairs. In the interest of preserving the historical building, the 18 guest rooms are not equipped with bathing facilities or toilets to avoid water damage.

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A Stay in a Japanese Cultural Property: Hakone, Tonosawa Onsen, Fukuzumiro

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Entrance to Yoshiike

• Entrance to Yoshiike
• The large shared men's bath is deep enough to stand upright in places.
• Yoshiike's pond and garden
• Yoshiike's pond and garden
• Yoshiike's main indoor bath
• Yoshiike's open-air bath for men
• All JAPANiCAN guests at Yoshiike will have their meals served in-room.
• All guest rooms at Yoshiike feature clean facilities including baths supplied with hot spring waters.
• Besides the many baths, Yoshiike also has a large swimming pool and other facilities.
• Women's bath
• Yoshiike's pond and garden
• Yoshiike's outdoor bath

Yoshiike's heart is its serene Japanese garden, complete with koi swimming through its pond and the perfect place for an early-morning stroll.

Conveniently accessible, Yoshiike is just a seven-minute walk from Hakone-Yumoto Station, starting point for all excursions into Hakone.

Upon check-in guests will find cozy rooms and seasonal cuisine, as well as several hot spring options, including outdoor baths with views of Yoshiike's garden.

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Rest in soft fluffy beds, the awake to jump onto the distinctive soft texture of tatami flooring.

• Rest in soft fluffy beds, the awake to jump onto the distinctive soft texture of tatami flooring.
• Soak in the waters while soaking in the gorgeous view of the surrounding forest.
• The beautiful foliage reflected in Mizunoto's pristine waters.
• A shock of red foliage and the sky blue-tinted waters.
• Guests can lose themselves amongst the tranquility of this outdoor bath.
• One of countless gorgeous views from Mizunoto's many baths.
• Few ryokan offer Western amenities and convenience with such an elegant Japanese styling.
• The Japanese "suikinkutsu" is a Japanese garden ornament and musical instrument. As water drips into the submerged jar, a pleasant splashing sound is produced.

"Mizunoto" - Literally "the sound of water." As befits its name, this ryokan is awash in the relaxing melody of flowing water. It boasts 43 Japanese-style rooms, complete with outdoor baths. The waters filling its baths come from Kowakidani and Miyanoshita, two of Hakone's famed 17 springs. Including the shared baths, outdoor baths and three reservable baths located in the garden area, this ryokan boasts a total of seven unique baths to enjoy.

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Natural Tranquility and Hot Springs: Mizunoto Ryokan

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A gorgeous view of Mt. Fuji from the women's outdoor bath.

• A gorgeous view of Mt. Fuji from the women's outdoor bath.
• One the traditional Japanese-style rooms.
• The ryokan against a backdrop of Mt. Fuji.
• These semi-double beds make for a comfortable stay.
• One of the spacious Western-style rooms.
• This beautiful outdoor bath is attached to a private guestroom.
• A sprawling, women's only shared bath.
• Opulent and spacious, the lobby welcomes guests to their dream vacation.

With a commanding view of Mt. Fuji and its own natural hot spring, this hotel is in a fantastic location. In fact, both men and women can enjoy the view of Mt. Fuji together from the outdoor bath (though the view of the famed mountain from the women-only bath is particularly stunning).

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