Hakone

The Queen Ashinoko Pirate Ship on Lake Ashi with Mount Fuji in the background.

Hakone: Day Trip or Overnight Stay. Which is Best?

We all know that feeling: You’re planning a trip to a new country, you’ve got 50 browser tabs open, you’re...

Kaiseki: Vegan in Hakone Ryokan meal laid out on a table in a traditional room.

Vegan in Hakone: 9 Best Places for Lunch, Snacks, and Dinner

If you’ve already read my guide to Vegan-Friendly Ryokans in Hakone, you’ll already know that you can get a great,...

Motoyu Kansuiro Hakone - Vegan Friendly Ryokan, seen from the outside

A 2026 Guide to Vegan-Friendly Ryokans in Hakone: The Verified List

At a Glance I’ve covered all the confirmed vegan-friendly ryokans, as well as what to expect throughout this post, but...

Mount Fuji seen in Hakone, Japan, accessible for Hakone budget travel

Hakone Budget: What Visiting Japan’s Onsen Town Costs in 2026

A trip to Hakone is a popular part of many Japan itineraries, and for good reason: You get to see...

Snow-capped Mount Fuji under clear blue sky, on a one day in Hakone trip

One Day in Hakone: How to Master the Circuit of Transport

On my first trip to Japan, I spent two nights in a ryokan in Hakone, and it’s still one of...

Motoyu Kansuiro Hakone - Vegan Friendly Ryokan, seen from the outside

Motoyu Kansuiro Review: Vegan Friendly Ryokan in 2026

At a Glance: Motoyu Kansuiro Location: Tonosawa, Hakone (14 mins walk from Hakone-Yumoto station). Vibe: 400 years of history, registered...