HAKONE, Kanagawa Prefecture--Spring has arrived early at the Hakone Venetian Glass Museum here, with visitors enjoying the sight of trees adorned with crystal glass beads. A 7.5-meter-tall tree ...

We visit Hakone in Kanagawa Prefecture. Once the site of a security checkpoint for traffic in and out of old Tokyo, it evolved into a hot spring resort, now with an increasingly diverse community.

Japan is a fascinating country with a unique mix of modern innovations and ancient traditions. It has one eye fixed on the ...

The Land of the Rising Sun also has diverse climates and cultural attractions to please every ... dip in an open-air bath like this one in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.

In 2022, the Kusatsu onsen in Gunma Prefecture toppled Hakone in annual rankings released by the Jalan Research Center, which specializes in tourism and leisure activities. Hakone had held the top ...

Plan your day trip from Tokyo to Mount Fuji with insights on top hiking routes, viewing spots, where to eat, and the best ...