The Hakone Mountain Hot Spring Resort in Japan is breathtakingly beautiful

Once you visit Hakone, you'll be enchanted for life! This heavenly hot spring town just 90 minutes from Tokyo is so captivating I've visited three times already~ This time I specifically stayed in Yumoto Onsen to experience the most authentic Japanese hot spring culture ♨️

🌟Must-visit recommendations:
【Hakone Yumoto Onsen Street】
The starting point of all Hakone hot springs, this nostalgic street is lined with century-old traditional ryokans. Highly recommend "Fujiya Ryokan" with rooms featuring private open-air baths - soaking under the stars is incredibly romantic!

Must-buy souvenirs from the hot spring street:
✔️Onsen manju (steamed buns - the most authentic at old Matsumotoya near the station)
✔️Black eggs (boiled in hot spring water, the whites turn black)
✔️Wooden crafts (super cute Daruma dolls)

【Yumoto Station Foot Bath】
Located on the 2nd floor of the station! Free foot soaking while waiting for trains, with perfect 42°C water and massage stones. Don't forget to buy an onsen towel (about ¥500) on the 1st floor.

📝Practical tips:
1. Always shower before entering the baths, tie up long hair
2. If you have tattoos, book a ryokan with private baths
3. Bring a light jacket for temperature changes between day and night
4. Highly recommend the Hakone Free Pass (includes all transportation + attraction discounts)

🚇Transportation guide:
Take the "Romancecar" express from Shinjuku Station (about 85 minutes) - choose right-side seats for Mt. Fuji views~