Aura Tachibana
Quiet tatami room with low table and cushions at Aura Tachibana in Kanagawa, Japan
Wooden rooftop terrace with tables and chairs overlooking verdant hills at Aura Tachibana in Kanagawa, Kantō
Plated steak course with salad and soup cup on wooden table at Aura Tachibana, Kanagawa
Evening lounge with leather sofas, bookshelves, low tables and lamps at Aura Tachibana in Kanagawa
Twin beds with leather sofa and low table at Aura Tachibana in Kanagawa
Two berry-topped cakes on plates at Aura Tachibana in Kanagawa, Kantō, Japan
Traditional multi-dish Japanese meal at Aura Tachibana, Kanagawa, Japan

Aura Tachibana

8.8
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.8/10, based on 1,567 reviews. ? Our score combines two signals: 50% based on traveler sentiment and guest feedback found online, and 50% based on our internal on-site evaluation plus ratings from verified travelers on our platform, who must provide proof of stay.
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Check-in from 3:00 PM / Check-out until 10:00 AM
Mountain Setting Hot Spring Town Station Access Public Onsen Open-Air Bath Reservable Bath
Staff 9,0/10
Facilities 9,0/10
Cleanliness 9,0/10
Comfort 9,0/10
Value for money 8,0/10
Location 8,0/10

Ryokan highlights

A hillside Hakone Yumoto onsen ryokan with scenic baths, easy station access, and some rooms with private open-air baths.

Hakone Yumoto AccessAbout a 15-minute walk from Hakone-Yumoto Station, convenient for Tokyo arrivals.
Hillside Scenic SettingSet above Hakone Yumoto, with elevated views over town and surrounding mountains.
Large Onsen BathsFeatures spacious public indoor and open-air hot spring baths for a full ryokan soak.
Private Bath RoomsSelect rooms include open-air baths, great for couples wanting extra privacy.
Traditional Stay FeelJapanese-style rooms and ryokan atmosphere deliver a classic Hakone hot spring experience.
Half-Board DiningHalf-board stays are offered, making dinner and breakfast easy on relaxing nights.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsAccess is the main driver: you can arrive from Tokyo or Odawara, check in for baths and dinner, then use the next day for Hakone sightseeing or onward travel. A second night works if you want a slower Yumoto-based rhythm with another bath cycle and a fuller Hakone day, but the immediate area alone is not strong enough for a long stay.
Trip-planning verdict: Best used as a 1-2 night Hakone-Yumoto onsen stay with easy arrival from Tokyo, especially if you want ryokan dinner and baths without staying deep in the mountains.

Know before booking

Uphill approachThe ryokan sits above Hakone-Yumoto, so the walk from the station can feel tiring with luggage.
Not a long baseStay too many nights here and you may spend more time repeating baths than seeing new parts of Hakone.
Limited nightlifeYumoto is convenient but quiet at night, so late-evening entertainment choices are limited.

Food & drinks

Aura Tachibana at 574 Yumoto, Hakone is a hillside ryokan known for on-site kaiseki dinners, Japanese breakfast, and a sky lounge/bar feel.

Mori no Tachi Dining (on-site)
on-site

On-site dining room for multi-course Japanese meals.

  • Seasonal kaisekifoodCreative multi-course dinner.
  • Vegetable dishesfoodSeasonal local produce.
  • Seafood coursesfoodFresh seafood selections.
  • Japanese breakfastfoodTraditional morning set.
Kaze no Tachi Dining (on-site)
on-site

Separate on-site dining room used for some guest rooms.

  • Kaiseki dinnerfoodRefined Japanese course meal.
  • Beef coursefoodMain dish often noted by guests.
  • Japanese breakfastfoodSet breakfast with small dishes.
  • Sake pairingdrinkGood match for dinner.
Sky Lounge (on-site)
on-site

Lounge/bar-style space for drinks and light relaxing breaks.

  • CocktailsdrinkSimple bar drinks.
  • CoffeedrinkCafe-style hot drinks.
  • TeadrinkRelaxing non-alcohol option.

Access, transport and nearby sights

Aura Tachibana is a hillside ryokan in Hakone-Yumoto, best reached from Hakone-Yumoto Station by ryokan shuttle when available or by short taxi ride rather than on foot with luggage.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Should you choose this ryokan?

A solid Hakone ryokan pick for travelers who want hot-spring relaxation, polished service, and a choice between traditional rooms and more modern open-air-bath rooms. It is less ideal if you want to be right next to the station, need a budget stay, or expect every room to have a private bath.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Rooftop private baths with open viewsThis ryokan is known for rooftop private open-air baths on its sky terrace, which adds a more memorable and secluded onsen experience than a standard indoor bath.
  • Great room choice for different travel stylesYou can choose between the more modern Kaze no Tachi rooms with open-air baths and the more traditional Mori no Tachi Japanese-style rooms, so couples and families can pick a better-fit stay.
  • Traditional stay without feeling too formalAura Tachibana blends classic ryokan elements with a more contemporary style, which works well for travelers who want tatami, yukata, and onsen culture without an overly old-fashioned feel.
  • Convenient access from Tokyo and Hakone-YumotoIt is in Hakone-Yumoto and reachable from Tokyo in about 85 minutes, with station pickup available on request, making it practical for a short Hakone getaway.
  • Good fit for a relaxing in-ryokan eveningThe property offers the kind of setup that encourages staying in: hot springs, lounge spaces, seasonal kaiseki-style dining, and hillside views over the Hakone-Yumoto area.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Not as close to the station as it first soundsAlthough it is near Hakone-Yumoto, the ryokan is about a 15-minute walk from the station and sits uphill, so arrival with luggage can feel inconvenient without using the pickup service.
  • Not every room has a private open-air bathThe headline bath experience depends heavily on room type: Kaze no Tachi rooms include open-air baths, but Mori no Tachi rooms do not, so expectations need to match the booking.
  • Some bath-access rules may be restrictiveThe public bath policy may be inconvenient for some travelers, especially because tattoo access is not accepted in the shared bath area.
  • Open-air-bath rooms are less family-friendlyThe rooms with private open-air baths are adults-only, so families with children may have to choose the more traditional wing and miss the ryokan's most distinctive room category.
  • Likely expensive for travelers focused on valueAura Tachibana is better suited to travelers prioritizing the ryokan experience over price, especially if you want dinner included or one of the more desirable bath-equipped rooms.

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