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in Hakone

Yunessun Spa Resort

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

Hakone Open-Air Museum

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

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.

3 miles from Hakone

Atami Adult Museum

Museum showcases Japanese sexuality and some amazing ocean views.

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.

24 miles from Hakone

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