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Yunessun Spa Resort

This spa theme park lets its guests take a dip in pools of coffee, wine, or ramen broth.

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Hakone Open-Air Museum

Open-air museum with an elaborate sculpture garden, stretching for over 70,000 square-meters.

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Owakudani Black Eggs

Legend holds eating just one of these black eggs can add seven years to one's life.

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The Hydrangea Train

Coast along one of Japan’s many mountain railways for coveted views of magnificent Japanese hydrangeas.

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3 miles from Hakone

Atami Adult Museum

Museum showcases Japanese sexuality and some amazing ocean views.

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10 miles from Hakone

Yamanakako, Japan

Lake Yamanaka

The largest of the Fuji Five Lakes is home to a flock of swans — some real, some with paddles, and one with an observation deck.

17 miles from Hakone

Kamakura, Japan

The Great Buddha of Kamakura

A bronze statue dating back as far as 1252, still has remnants of gold around its ears from its ancient gilding.

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24 miles from Hakone

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