Yamagaso

3.5 star property
3.5-star spa ryokan near Hakone Kowakien Yunessun

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Public bath
Down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated
Reception
Exterior
Public bath

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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592 Yumoto, Hakone, Kanagawa-ken, 250-0311
  • Place, Hakone Hot Springs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tamadare Falls
    ‪4 min walk‬

Room options

AOI-Japanese-Style Room with Hotspring Semi-Open Air Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

KARUKAYA - Japanese-Style Room with Hotspring Semi-Open Air Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 3 Twin Futons

CHOUJI - Japanese-Style Room with Hotspring Semi-Open Air Bath

  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

TSUKUSHI - Japanese-Style Room with Hotspring Semi-Open Air Bath

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

YAMABUKI - Japanese-Style Room with Hotspring Open Air Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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About the neighborhood

Hakone

Yumoto stay.A stay at this Yumoto ryokan places you steps from Shogenji Temple and within a 5-minute walk of Tamadare Falls. Hakone Hot Springs and Key Hiraga Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Hakone Hot Springs - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Tamadare Falls - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Shogenji Temple - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Key Hiraga Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hakone Yumoto Station - 10 min walk
  • Kowakidani Station - 11 min drive
  • Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) - 171 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪はつ花そば 本店 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪囲炉裏茶寮八里 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪料理茶屋花さがみ - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪ハイカラ中華 日清亭 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪茶のちもと - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Yamagaso

3.5-star spa ryokan near Hakone Kowakien Yunessun
As a guest of Yamagaso, you'll find a full-service spa and hot springs. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Yamagaso. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Hakone ryokan.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Yamagaso offers 5 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature indoor private hot tubs and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down comforters. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and toilets with an electronic bidet. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the ryokan's full-service spa, Gespa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

Public bath/onsen services include an indoor mineral hot springs (Japanese-style onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 3:00 PM to midnight. There are hot springs on site.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Hot springs
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests who book in half board rate plans must check-in by 7 PM to receive dinner.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the ryokan before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.
  • Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Property is also known as

Yamagaso
Yamagaso Hakone
Yamagaso Inn
Yamagaso Inn Hakone
Yamagaso Ryokan
Yamagaso Hakone
Yamagaso Ryokan Hakone

Frequently asked questions

How close is Yamagaso to the airport?

Yamagaso is 98.1 mi (171-min drive) away from the Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Yamagaso?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yamagaso on Jun 6, 2026 start from $429, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Yamagaso have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Yamagaso.

How close is Yamagaso to the beach?

This ryokan is 16.1 mi (47-min drive) from Atami Sun Beach and 11.3 mi (33-min drive) from Yugawara Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Yamagaso offer free breakfast?

Yamagaso does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Yamagaso?

No, there is no casino at this ryokan.

What time is check-in at Yamagaso?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM.

Is there free parking at Yamagaso?

This ryokan offers free self parking.

Does Yamagaso have a pool?

Yamagaso does not have a pool.

Does Yamagaso have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Yamagaso have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Gespa, where you can enjoy massages.

How close is Yamagaso to downtown Hakone?

Yamagaso is 3.8 mi away from Hakone.

Yamagaso Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 162 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Ivan

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Very traditional rooms and beautiful gardens in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Qi Yang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Japanese style resort with nice half board dining and private bath
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Anastasia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience of staying in Japanese Ryokan. It is a bit dated but very authentic and enjoyable for couple of nights
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old Japan style hotel The meals were amazing We loved the beauty and service at the hotel Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic food, accommodations and staff. Could not have been happier with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This a small Ryokan which is very authentic Japanese style. No English spoken but this adds to the authenticity. We loved the natural accommodation which was exactly as shown on the website. Excellent meal provided in the evening and an enormous breakfast which we were not expecting so was a bonus. We lounged about in out Japanese clothes provided and Thoroughly enjoyed our visit to this clean and peaceful retreat.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved my stay here! Everything was well organised, the semi-private onsen was always free when I wanted to go. The little ryokan was comfy and warm. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melinda

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Gorgeous and serene ryokan in Hakone, beautiful facilities and rooms, amazing kasekei dinner right in our suite!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ryoken is absolutely beautiful and the staff are wonderful. It's a picturesque place to stay and not too far from the station or restaurants/bars. It was an amazing experience to stay here!
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay!

Very nice property
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay! The room and property were absolutely gorgeous, the staff so welcoming and nice, and surrounding area stunningly beautiful. I highly recommend staying here and plan to visit again on my next trip to the Hakone!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yamagaso was a wonderful surprise after a very disappointing stay the week before at Arima Onsen. This property is beautiful and our room with a garden view was more pleasant than any any place that we’ve stayed around the world. The rooftop onsen is a very special experience to not miss. The breakfast and dinner was superb and each dish presented was a work of art. All that being said, what made this place really stand out was the service provided by Kimiko. Her attention to detail, explaining customs, preparing the room and serving meals made our experience very special
Just the start of the dinner
Rooftop onsen
Nighttime view from our room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely authentic Japanese experience. Very welcoming hosts. Food was plentiful and to a high standard just not to my Western palate. Very fish orientated. A menu would have been good to help identify some of the dishes. We loved getting dressed into our Yukatas. No Wi-Fi in the room but available in the lounge. Convenient for Hakone station.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

agathe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay at Yamagaso was a unique experience. I recommend doing the half board as the Kaseiki dinner and the breakfast were fantastic! We also love the private onsen and the convenient access to the other onsen at the hotel next door.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Thorhallur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely superb. Food and service was so good!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sungwook

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very unique experience in a fairly traditional ryokan-style lodging. Hot spring readily accessible. Peaceful, soothing, and healing stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We came to Japan to experience the culture. Hakone hotel Sensei was perfect. Beautiful room with private onsen. We also experienced the open air onsen. The dinner and breakfast was fantastic. My only complaint was too much food.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Campbell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Private Japanese Garden

Amazing Japanese style garden and private Onsen!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
best part of my trip. highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay at Yamagaso. We were able to drop our bags off at the main hotel so we could go sightseeing before check-in. Dinner was a delicious kaiseki meal served in our room. It was great having our own private bath in our villa with hot spring water. Our host Momo-san was sweet and very helpful. If we ever return to Hakone we would love to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Irina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic!!

We had the most delightful stay - nice, sweet people at the hotel, exquisite food, calm and beautiful surroundings, natural spring baths. It was an outstanding experience. We didn’t want to leave… Hope to be back one day. Thanks 🙏
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

suzann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow! What an amazing experience. We had a beautiful stay , our only regret was that we could not stay longer. We highly recommend this traditional Ryokan. Kimiko our host is a beautiful souls and made ourv stay that much more special. The food is incredible, the private ohnsen was better than expected. You will not be disappointed with a stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place blew us away! We stayed in the Yamagaso annex in the Chouji room. The area was great, a nice walk or bus ride from the station. Then the room, we were very impressed! Traditional style with the tatami mats. We had the half board which included breakfast and dinner. The amount and variety of food was spectacular! The staff were super friendly too, everyone we met was great! We used the private bath, public bath and the outdoor bath at night which were all very nice and relaxing. I'm not sure how this place could be any better for a relaxing few days in Hakone, would definitely come back every time!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jeahnette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My experience at Yamagaso was amazing. The service was beyond exceptional, the staff pay attention to every single small and big detail. My family felt they staff really cared for each of us (my teenage boys had so my gratitude for how they showed us around the onsen and explained the traditions). If you are looking to experience a traditional onsen, Yamagaso wil give you that. The property is beautiful, I felt the pictures cannot capture the beauty until you see it for yourself. We were able to use all the baths (actually had them to ourselves most of the time!). The food was amazing. They served traditional set course meals and it was very large portions, you will not be hungry for days afterwards! We are willing to try all foods , so we appreciated eating traditional dishes that are very different. The property is easily accessible from Yumoto station, they staff helped give us directions to take one bus and inform the bus driver where to stop. They had a shuttle service for departing the onsen back to the train station. Overall Yamagaso was an experience of a lifetime and probably the best thing our family experienced in Japan…of all vacations we have ever done. If I could rate this place 100 out of 10 I would! Thank you to the staff for making this so special and making a dream come true!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

No Dinner

Booked through hotels.com. I thought that, since this was a ryokan and other reviews mentioned the amazing Kaiseki style dinner they served, that dinner would come with my booking. There was no additional option when booking to specify whether I wanted dinner or not; so I figured it was implied/included, as it has been for other Ryokan bookings. Turns out, somehow, despite being $600+ a night, my booking did NOT include dinner. This wasn't made clear to me until after dinner never showed up the first night. So, after bathing and putting on my yukata and relaxing with a beer, I had to trudge back outside in my streetwear where the only thing open was an Izakaya with a 1.5 hour wait. I complained to the staff in the morning, and they refused to do anything to make it right. If I wanted dinner that following night, I'd have to pay 20,900 yen more. This overall RUINED my experience for these two days of my trip, which were also, by far, the most expensive accommodations. Given this I cannot award any stars to this place. The actual room and hotel grounds were nice, but not worth getting my trip screwed over. DO NOT BOOK. Find something else, one that will not screw you over on the experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025