Enter Kai Hakone, located on the old Tokaido road in Hakone Yumoto onsen area. Kai Hakone is a charming hot spring ryokan where the healing waters of Mount Yusaka. Part of the check-in process at Kai Hakone is a short presentation from the “yumori” or hot spring concierge on the history of the hot spring, its qualities and effective ways to bathe. Teahouses known as “chaya” were the source of refreshment for people who travelled between the two cities and at Kai Hakone, the tradition of refreshment is continued. There are few places like Kai Hakone with spacious rooms and lots of free amenities.

Source: Bangkok Post February 09, 2026 13:54 UTC