The gora hanaougi sounkaku is up the road from the gora hanaougi--be careful, because our driver got confused and brought us to the wrong one first! Our stay was incredible, the obsess were insanely relaxing, the Japanese style room was lovely, and the kaiseki dinner and breakfast were very fun and delicious! You'll eat some interesting things, that's for sure.... More

This ryokan is amazing! We enjoyed every minute of our stay. It is located right outside of the station, which also happened to be the same station for the ropeway cable car to Owakudani. We took the opportunity to make a visit immediately after checking in. As soon as we entered the ryokan, we were greeted with a delightful welcome... More

Resort location is nearby the train's station, just 100m walk from it. Not a big hotel with only 3 level. When you get inside, you can feel how good service they provided, a very nice japanese lobby, take off your shoes and starting your reservation with a hot tea. The day we arrived is rainy, hotel is very attentive to... More

My Japanese friend took me to Sounkaku in the Hakone area for a night and it was really a treat. Located beautifully high up on the hills at the end of the cable car, this traditional Japanese Onsen hotel is really luxurious and comfortable. We were warmy greeted with a cup of Matcha tea in the lobby and then lead... More