Hakone Gora Ten HAKONE GORA 天TEN

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Mountain Setting National Park Hot Spring Town Hot Spring Bath Indoor Bath Sauna

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250-0408 Kanagawa, Hakone, 強羅１３２０−７０２, Japan

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Walkable Cable CarAbout five minutes from Koen-Kami Station, making hillside access easier in Gora.

Milky Spring BathsNatural free-flowing white hot spring baths are a standout core feature here.

Private Bath OptionTwo reservable private baths add extra privacy for couples or relaxed stays.

Sauna Under StarsPrivate tent sauna includes self loylyu, cold bath, and open-air cooling space.

Small Seven-Room StayJust seven rooms gives the property a quieter, more intimate guesthouse feel.

Useful Dining SetupOptional sukiyaki dinner, shared kitchen tools, and food vending add flexibility.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsAccess is the strongest stay-length driver here: the property is a 5-minute walk from Koen-Kami Station in Gora, so one night works well for check-in, baths, dinner planning off-site, and a next-day Hakone sightseeing run; a second night only makes sense if you want a slower Gora museum/park plus Owakudani rhythm without rushing onward.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night or light 2-night Hakone onsen break in Gora, especially for travelers prioritizing baths, privacy, and access to nearby museums and the ropeway side of Hakone.

Know before booking

Not a long baseHakone sightseeing supports 1-2 nights well, but this specific Gora stay is not ideal for a long multi-day regional base.

Limited dining on-site certaintyVerified listings clearly show onsen and sauna, but not a strong ryokan-style meal program, so plan dinner and breakfast logistics.

Hill-area luggage frictionGora terrain is steep, and even with nearby cable-car access, heavy luggage can feel inconvenient.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Simple in-house dining with optional sukiyaki dinner plan and food vending machines.

ITOH DINING by NOBU (nearby)

nearbyabout 3 min walk

Upscale nearby teppanyaki restaurant in Gora.

Gyoza Center (nearby)

nearbyabout 8 min walk

Casual local stop for dumplings and simple comfort food.

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

Useful access points Stations, stops, airports and practical travel advice.

Best way to arrive For most travelers, come via Odawara Station to Hakone-Yumoto and onward to Gora, then use a short taxi ride for the final uphill approach with luggage. If you are already touring the Gora–Sounzan side, Sounzan Station can be the most practical nearby transfer point.

Gora Stationstation
570 mabout 20–30 min on steep roads, not ideal with luggageabout 5–10 min by taxiabout 10–20 min by local mountain transport or taxi connection
Best nearby rail gateway for most visitors staying in the Gora area; use a taxi for the uphill final stretch if carrying bags.
Sounzan Stationstation
700 mabout 10–20 min depending on slope and exact pathabout 3–8 min by taxioften the quickest nearby connection if arriving via cable car or ropeway side
Very useful if you are already using the Hakone ropeway or cable car network; often practical for sightseeing-based arrivals.
Kowakidani Stationstation
1.6 kmnot recommended on foot for most travelersabout 10–15 min by taxiabout 20–35 min via local rail/bus/taxi combination
Useful backup station on the Hakone Tozan line, especially if Gora transfers are crowded or your route approaches from the Kowakidani side.
Hakone-Yumoto Stationstation
6.2 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 25–35 min by taxi depending on trafficabout 40–60 min via Hakone Tozan Railway and onward local transfer
Main entry station for Hakone from Odawara and Tokyo-area services; best used as the regional gateway rather than the final stop.
Odawara Stationstation
10 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 40–60 min by taxi, usually expensiveabout 60–90 min via Hakone-Yumoto and Gora connections
Best major transfer hub for Shinkansen and wider rail arrivals; the most practical rail approach point for intercity travelers.
Haneda Airportairport
75 kmabout 1 hr 45 min to 2 hr 30 min depending on trafficcommonly about 2–3 hr with rail transfers
Usually the most practical airport for international visitors heading to Hakone thanks to stronger Tokyo-side rail connections.
Narita International Airportairport
135 kmabout 3–4 hr or more depending on trafficcommonly about 3–4.5 hr with multiple transfers
Useful mainly for long-haul arrivals that land here; workable, but usually less convenient than Haneda for this ryokan.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Fresh new property feelThe ryokan presents itself as a newly opened 2026 stay, so rooms and shared facilities should feel modern, clean, and less worn than many older Hakone properties.
Good base near Gora sightsIt is in Gora and within reach of Hakone Gora Park, the Hakone Museum of Art, and other classic sightseeing stops, which makes day planning easy.
Milky natural hot spring bathsThe property highlights free-flowing white sulfurous onsen water, a strong draw for travelers who specifically want a more atmospheric Hakone bath experience.
Private bath option availableBesides the gender-separated public baths, it has two reservable private baths for guests who want more privacy when enjoying the hot spring.
Rooms are practical for longer staysJapanese-style rooms come with useful extras like Wi‑Fi, TV, fridge, microwave, toaster, kettle, and even an IH cooktop, which is unusually convenient for self-sufficient travelers.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not a full traditional ryokan stayDining is limited compared with higher-end ryokans, with an optional sukiyaki dinner plan rather than a polished multi-course kaiseki experience.
No bathroom in the guest roomsThe property states that rooms do not have private bath facilities, so guests must rely on the shared onsen or book a private bath slot.
Walks may feel tiring with luggageAlthough access from Koen-Kami Station is manageable, Gora is hilly and the property itself recommends different arrival and departure walking routes to avoid steeper slopes.
Limited breakfast flexibilityBreakfast is only offered for guests who book the sukiyaki dinner plan, so travelers wanting a simple breakfast-only option may find this inconvenient.
More guesthouse-style independenceFeatures like food vending, shared dining equipment, and paid add-ons such as laundry and entertainment rentals suggest a lighter-service stay rather than a deeply pampered ryokan experience.

Current position: out of 128 ryokans in Kanagawa.

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