Kawaguchiko and Hakone: Natural Landscapes and Serenity

Mount Fuji, Japan's sacred symbol, offers strikingly beautiful natural landscapes. The Hakone region is the perfect gateway to enjoy hot springs with views of the volcano.

Places to See:

-Lake Kawaguchiko: Offers one of the most famous views of the volcano.

A mirror of water revealing the majesty of Mount Fuji.

-Chureito Pagoda: The iconic view of Fuji with a red pagoda and cherry trees.

A breathtaking view where the five-story red pagoda, the snow-capped peak of Mount Fuji, and the cherry blossoms unite to create a living tableau.

-Hakone: Famous for its Lake Ashi, shrines, and volcanic fumaroles.

Owakudani: The power of the volcanic earth against the serenity of the volcano.

Activities:

-Onsen (Hot Springs): Relax in a hot bath facing Mount Fuji.

Waters rich in minerals, particularly sulfur in Hakone, offering deep relaxation and skin benefits.

-Lake Ashi Cruise: To admire the reflection of the mountain on the water.

Embark on a majestic pirate ship for a picturesque crossing, offering an iconic view of Mount Fuji from the water.

-Hakone Ropeway: For a spectacular panorama of the volcanic valley.

Fly over the volcanic fumaroles of the Owakudani valley and admire the magnificent silhouette of Mount Fuji from a unique angle.

Cuisine:

Houtou: The comforting warmth of Mount Fuji

A generous dish of wide wheat noodles simmered with pumpkin and fresh vegetables in a creamy miso broth. A rustic specialty that warms the body and soul.

Hakone Soba: The heritage of pure water

Delicate buckwheat noodles, prepared with the pure spring water of Hakone. A refined and light dish that highlights the finesse of local ingredients.

Kuro-tamago: The mystical black eggs of Owakudani

Cooked in sulfurous hot springs, these singular black-shelled eggs are a symbol of volcanic vitality. Legend says that eating one extends one's life by seven years.

Transportation:

-Odakyu Romancecar: Direct express train from Shinjuku to Hakone-Yumoto.
-Express Bus: From Tokyo to the Fuji Five Lakes region (Kawaguchiko).
-Hakone Free Pass: Includes all local transportation (bus, train, ropeway).

Recommended areas for hotels:

-Hakone-Yumoto: Famous for its historic ryokans at the entrance of the valley.
-Gora / Lake Ashi: For an elevated experience in the heart of nature.