箱根は、たった１泊で、富士の絶景と自然の力、世界一流の芸術と、温泉旅館の昔ながらのホスピタリティーを楽しめます。
Hakone: A One-Night Getaway to Scenic Views, Art, and Hospitality
１１月上旬の週末、急に箱根に行こうと思い立ちました。ハイシーズンということもあり、温泉旅館はどこも満室。でも、せっかく行くのだから、妥協はしたくない。そんな中、旅行関連の予約サイトで軒並み高評価の南風荘が、奇跡的に一室空いたので宿泊することに。
Hakone offers the perfect escape where you can enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Fuji, the wonders of nature, world-class art, and the traditional hospitality of a Japanese hot spring inn—all in just one night.
On a weekend in early November, We spontaneously decided to visit Hakone. It was peak travel season, and most hot spring inns were fully booked. Determined to find the right place, we discovered that Nanpuso, a highly-rated inn on travel sites, miraculously had one room available. We quickly reserved it and began planning our trip.
１日目は、早めに東京を出て、まずは大涌谷に。３０００年前に箱根火山最後の水蒸気爆発をおこした爆裂火口だそうで、いまも噴気が立ち昇っています。大涌谷温泉で茹でた名物の黒たまごは、ひとつ食べると７年寿命が延びるそうで、まだ就学前の息子も含めて（笑）、皆でいただきました。
We left Tokyo early to make the most of the day. Our first stop was Owakudani, a volcanic valley created by a massive steam explosion 3,000 years ago. Even today, sulfurous steam rises from the vents, creating an otherworldly atmosphere. We enjoyed the famous black eggs boiled in the hot springs, said to add seven years to your life with each egg you eat. Even our young, pre-school-aged son joined in! 🥚
その後、芦ノ湖を一周し、芦ノ湖スカイラインの絶景ビュースポットである三国峠など何か所かに一時停車して富士山を堪能しました。続いて、箱根海賊船が発着する元箱根港の近くにあり芦ノ湖の眺めが素晴らしい「あしのこ茶屋」で、芦ノ湖のワカサギや、豊富なお惣菜がつまった和食を頂きました。
Next, we circled Lake Ashinoko, stopping at scenic viewpoints along the Ashinoko Skyline road, including the stunning Mikuni Pass, to take in the majestic views of Mount Fuji. For lunch, we stopped at Ashinoko Chaya, a lakeside restaurant near the Hakone Pirate Ship terminal. We enjoyed a delicious meal featuring local specialties like wakasagi fish from Lake Ashinoko, along with a variety of Japanese side dishes.
その後は、小涌谷で、彫刻の森美術館に。今回は子連れだったため、屋外展示作品など、前回の訪問とはまた違った目線と、全身を使って、楽しむことができました。特に、『幸せを呼ぶシンフォニー彫刻』はステンドグラスアートも、頂上からの眺望も素晴らしかったです。
In the afternoon, we visited the Hakone Open-Air Museum in Kowakudani. With our child in tow, this visit felt entirely different from our previous one. We explored the outdoor exhibits with fresh eyes, engaging with the art physically and emotionally. The highlight was the Symphonic Sculpture, a breathtaking stained-glass tower with panoramic views from the top.
その後、南風荘にチェックイン。水回りを含め、公共の場所も、宿泊した和室もリノベされており、とても気持ち良かったです。また、お部屋食での中居さんの対応も、客室担当やポーターさんのサービスもホスピリティーに溢れ、温泉もとても気持ち良かったです。
Afterward, we checked in at Nanpuso. The inn had recently been renovated, with both public areas and our Japanese-style room feeling fresh and inviting. The warm hospitality of the staff, from our room attendant to the porter, was exceptional. Dinner was served in our room, and the meal was delightful. We ended the day soaking in the rejuvenating hot springs, a perfect close to an active day.
翌日は、岡田美術館で日本と東洋の美術、特に、特別展『「東海道五十三次」で旅気分 ―富士に琳派に若冲も―』を堪能した後、思い出の富士屋ホテルを訪れ、お気に入りのリンゴたっぷりアップルパイを購入して帰路につきました。
The next morning, we visited the Okada Museum of Art, immersing ourselves in Japanese and East Asian art. A special exhibition, Traveling Through the Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido: Mount Fuji, Rimpa, and Jakuchu, was particularly captivating.
Before heading home, we stopped by the historic Fujiya Hotel, a place full of memories for us. We couldn’t leave without picking up their famous apple pie, packed with fresh apples, from their bakery. It was the perfect sweet ending to our trip.
https://www.okada-museum.com/exhibition
https://www.fujiyahotel.jp/meal/picot/pie.html
In just one night, Hakone offered us a magical mix of nature, art, and hospitality. From the steaming valleys of Owakudani to the quiet elegance of a traditional inn, this trip reminded us why Hakone remains a beloved getaway destination.
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