Hotel HAKONE RETREAT FÖRE by Onko Chishin in Hakone

A quirky stop in Hakone, Japan

They say a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. At HAKONE RETREAT FÖRE, that step might just be into a hot spring. Located smack dab in the middle of the Sengokuhara Hot Springs area, this place is a bit like finding a zen garden in your backyard. Rustic and modern, 11 cottages stand ready, like quiet sentinels, ensuring you're as snug as a bug in a rug.

Now, let’s talk design. The hotel’s vibe is like a haiku, simple yet profound. Forests surround you, and somehow the indoors feels like outdoors. There's a spa, which is not just any spa, but a könoha spa—because why not add a little exotic flair? And an indoor public bath that offers views that might just make you forget your own name.

When hunger calls, the hotel's restaurant answers with a menu that does a little dance with local, seasonal goodies. They say the way to a person's heart is through their stomach, and this dining experience might just prove that right. Whether you're here to escape the hustle and bustle or simply to find peace in nature, HAKONE RETREAT FÖRE by Onko Chishin is your ticket to ride in Hakone, Japan.

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