Opened on April 20, 2017, all rooms have their own open-air hot springs. Indulge your five senses at this hot spring hotel in Hakone.

The museum was built on the former site (about 6,300㎡) of the Kaikatei Hotel, a hotel for Westerners of the Meiji period. The total floor space of the 5 story building is about 7,700㎡ and the exhibition area is about 5,000㎡. Ancient and modern art, centered around Japan, China, and Korea, that were collected by Kazuo Okada, honorary director, are on exhibition at the large venue.This 12m-high by 30m-wide mural adorns the museum facade. “Wind/Time” by Fukui Kotaro shows two guardian deities of Hakone soaring through the air in this decorative masterpiece reminiscent of the Rimpa school.Opposite the "Wind/Time" mural, sip while you dip in 100% natural hot spring water at this relaxing footbath cafe.After arriving at the museum, please try the footbath and enjoy a private tour of the back room of Kaikatei, where an overview of the museum and highlights of the special exhibition will be given. After the museum closes, experience a private gallery talk by the curator, followed by free time to view the exhibition on your own.Luxury in Kanagawa

Biggest feature is the outdoor art museum. With the beautiful scenery and mountains of Hakone in the background, you can enjoy art. There are approximately 120 modern and contemporary pieces of artwork made by famous sculptors displayed here.The Picasso Pavillion houses 319 works in the museum's Picasso Collection, of which a curated set of artworks are rotated for display for unique exhibitions.By Fernand LégerBy Emilio GrecoBy Emilio GrecoBy Emilio GrecoOf all the great museums in Hakone, the kids will probably enjoy this one the most. Lots to do and see, and it's outdoors!

Nestled in Gora Park’s charming nature, Hakone Crafthouse is a facility that sells traditional Hakone crafts and offers hands-on workshops. Select from an array of classes—including glassblowing, pottery making, sandblasting, kiriko glassmaking, lampwork bead making, jewelry bead making, and pottery painting—and create a one-of-a-kind, personalized piece of art. Thanks to its diverse range of experiences, Hakone Crafthouse is a fun and educational place for people of all ages. The facility even offers assistance in English.While you can take some crafts home on the same day, others require additional work and will be shipped to you at a later date. The facility offers both domestic and international shipping (for an additional fee).Hakone Crafthouse’s shop, Komamonoya Hakone, sells locally produced glass and pottery products, including traditional Hakone crafts, making it a wonderful place to pick up a souvenir that complements your handmade one.

Hakone Gora Park was opened at 1914 and you can see seasonal flowers such as cherry blossoms, azaleas, hydrangeas, autumn leaves and roses. It offers various activities and facilities including tea ceremony experience, pottery, glass blowing and botanical garden. This park is an excellent choice for enjoying the Hakone trip.