Yumoto Travel Guide
Hakone
Popular places to visit
Hakone Hot Springs
You can take time to visit Hakone Hot Springs during your travels to Hakone. Discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.
Lake Ashi
Stroll around a section of this lake or sail across it on a pirate ship and, if you’re lucky, you might see a clear view of Mount Fuji rising up in the distance.
Hakone Kowakien Yunessun
Bring the children to Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Hakone. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
Hakone Shrine
Walk up a cedar-lined path dotted with lanterns to see Hakone’s most famous Shinto shrine, standing between the shores of Lake Ashi and the peak of Mount Hakone.
Hakone Open Air Museum
Spend a day spotting artworks and strolling along the gentle hills and lush lawns at this peaceful garden gallery on a scenic railway route.
Hakone Gora Park
You can take time to visit Hakone Gora Park during your travels to Hakone. Discover the hot springs and mountain views in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Yumoto
Hotel Kajikaso
Family-friendly property but definitely a bit dated. The elevators had a funky smell. The living space was huge and the in-room bottomless beer amenity was pretty cool. Overall, it wasn’t bad for a short weekend trip to Hakone.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hakone Airu
Hakone Airu was a beautiful and relaxing place to stay at. It was easy to get to from Hakone-Yumoto Station by the bus shuttle. Definitely take the shuttle if you are able to. However, if you walk, it'll take some time but you get to view the onsen city. The staff were very welcoming, kind, and thoroughly ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hotel Nanpuso
Na
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Yaeikan
Room was clean and comfortable, private bath was very relaxing. Staff were very welcoming and friendly. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Aura Tachibana
Excellent facility. Awesome Japanese food prepared. We do not eat pork and they catered for these needs. The Onsen experience was great.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Yumoto Fujiya Hotel
Everyone loved the onsen and staff very helpful
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Yumoto
Tounosawa
If you're spending some time in Tounosawa, Hakone Hot Springs and Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park are top sights worth seeing.
Ohiradai
Though Ohiradai may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tenzan Onsen and Hakone Hot Springs.
Sukumogawa
When in Sukumogawa, you can plan a visit to Tenzan Onsen and Hakone Hot Springs, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Miyanoshita
Gardens, restaurants and hot springs highlight some of the notable features of Miyanoshita. Make a stop by Taikoyu while you're exploring.
Hakajuku
While visiting Hakajuku, you might make a stop by sights like Hakone Stone‐Paved Road and Hiryu Falls.
Kowakudani
While you're in Kowakudani, take in top sights like Chisuji Falls and jump on the metro at Kowakidani Station to see more of the city.
