10 Ryokans for Couples at Hidden Onsen in Kanagawa

"He and I are both tired... I want to refresh myself once in a while, but it seems difficult to go out..." Why don't you refresh yourself at a nearby onsen spring? If you warm yourself up in onsen and enjoy delicious local cuisine, you should be able to heal your accumulated fatigue and feel positive, "Let's do our best again." It seems that it will remain in the memories of the two of us ♡

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This time, we would like to introduce “an inn in a hidden onsen in Kanagawa” that we would like to recommend to such couples. When it comes to onsen in Kanagawa, Hakone and Yugawara are famous, but there are also wonderful spots dotted around other areas. It's a little-known ryokan where you can spend a quiet time, and it's easy to access from the city center in-room dining so it's perfect for busy couples. It is also a high point that it is fulfilling. Without further ado, I will introduce recommended lodgings in each of the following areas. In addition, let's check out the recommended accommodation in the Hakone area, which is a staple of onsen trips.

First, I would like to introduce two inns in Kanagawa ・Nanazawa onsen in Atsugi City. The history of onsen is old and is said to date back to the end of the Edo period. The lukewarm water is said to be "hot water for beautiful skin" and will surely refresh you. The nearest station is Hon Atsugi Station, about 50 minutes from Shinjuku Station by train. The nearest station is Hon Atsugi Station, about 50 minutes from Shinjuku Station by train, and can be reached by bus from the Atsugi Bus Center, about a 3-minute walk from the station.

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"Nanaougi" is a small inn where time flows slowly. Of the eight rooms, five have an open-air bath or a semi-open-air bath. The photo shows "Hiro", a suite room with an open-air bath, recommended for two people who want to spend a luxurious time. The private dining room where you can enjoy gourmet food and the private open-air bath, which is one of the largest in the prefecture, are also attractive. The nearest bus stop is "Nanazawa Hospital Entrance", about a 25-minute bus ride from Atsugi Bus Center. It is about a 7-minute walk from there.

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The open-air bath of "Kan ~hiro~" is full of atmosphere. Soak in onsen alone while gazing at the beautiful plants... You can spend a dreamlike time. In addition, since this is a designer's room, even a little interior design can be used as a reference for creating a stylish room.

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It's nice to be able to have meal in the private dining room "Saya ~sayo~". For dinner, you can experience modern gastronomy that uses local ingredients and expresses the natural scenery of this area in one dish. For an additional charge, you can also enjoy dry-aged “Soshu beef” rib roast. The breakfast is packed with about 10 items, such as miso soup made with carefully selected soybeans and Kinuhikari, a brand of rice from Ise.

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There is also a large public bath and an open-air bath where you can stretch out your arms and legs and relax. The warmth of Nanasawa onsen known as a hot spring for beautiful skin, will soothe your mind and skin. By the way, the open-air bath can be reserved for private use from 15:30 to 22:00. If the weather is good, two people can occupy the romantic starry sky open-air. There is also a day plan with dinner, which is great for couples who don't have much time.

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About 30 minutes by bus from Hon-Atsugi Station on the Odakyu Odawara Line. We arrived at Fukumotokan, a long-established ryokan nestled in a quiet forest. The room has a Japanese atmosphere. Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and spend a relaxing time with your loved ones. While gazing at the beautiful greenery, enjoy a moment just for the two of you that can only be felt now.

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This is the villa where writer Takiji Kobayashi stayed. I'm away from writing the novel "Org". You can't stay overnight, but if you like literature, this is a recommended spot to visit. Inside the room, you can enjoy the atmosphere with retro-style braziers and tea cups on display. Enjoy the atmosphere and greenery that retains the remnants of those days.

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"Fukumotokan" not only has a large public bath, but also a family bath! If there is space, you can enjoy a bath for just two people. Soothe your body and take a break at Nanasawa onsen, which is said to be a hot spring for beautiful skin. There is also an authentic Finnish sauna "Sauna kota LEPO" on the premises♪ Bring your favorite swimsuit and refresh yourself with him♪ You will feel refreshed and refreshed as your accumulated fatigue flows with sweat.

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Dinner after the bath is a monthly kaiseki meal and a seasonal hot pot. You can enjoy plump rock fish and boar hot pot with deep umami. You can enjoy the taste of Tanzawa, which is blessed with lush greenery and pure water. Healthy and delicious food is a great menu for couples who care about beauty and health. While enjoying conversation with him, you can enjoy the unique charm of "Tanzawa" slowly.

onsen, which can be reached in about an hour by train from Shinjuku Station, is also a little-known spot. Surrounded by the mountains of Tanzawa, you can soak in a full-fledged onsen. Hiking on Mt. Kobo is also within easy reach, so active couples will be satisfied.

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About 6 minutes on foot from onsen Station. “onsen Onsen Motoyu Jinya Ryokan”, which has ryokan of about 10,000 tsubo, is recommended for two people who want to experience the best accommodation surrounded by nature. The services and facilities are top-notch, and there are rooms with open-air baths that couples will love, as well as room service. Also, this is known as an inn run by a relative of Hayao Miyazaki, and there is even a tree on the premises that is said to have been the motif of the anime movie "My Neighbor Totoro"! Ghibli fans can't get enough of this.

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The interior of the building is filled with a retro and calming atmosphere. Surrounded by beautiful greenery and tranquility, you can enjoy an extraordinary worldview. We recommend the "Peony" room with an open-air bath. This open-air room with 15 tatami mats and a bedroom looks like it will let you relax comfortably. Enjoy a time with your partner to your heart's content while watching the trees swaying beyond the window.

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This is the open-air bath in the guest room at "Botan". From your room, you can walk through the courtyard and down the path to get there. You'll feel as special as if you're visiting a villa. onsen has a charming roof, so you don't have to worry about rain! If you're with your partner, your heart will be clear. Take a long bath or take a break and enjoy a bath just for the two of you!

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I would like to use it not only in the room bath but also in onsen on the premises. You can also take a day trip bath. In addition to the indoor baths "Akashi" and "Aoi" in the main building, there are four types of open-air baths "Yamafuji" and "Yamazakura" on a hill about 2 minutes up the back mountain. While admiring the beautiful garden that changes with the seasons, let's warm up in the calcium-rich "onsen".

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At dinner, meal you can choose from three types of kaiseki cuisine, each with a different flavor. In the morning, an elegant breakfast awaits you, including Daisen Tofu and charcoal-roasted seaweed. ryokan You can also take out the delicious dishes from the restaurant!

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Next, I would like to introduce Kanagawa ・ Nakagawa onsen located in Yamakita Town. This is a hidden hot spring where a legend about Shingen Takeda, a military commander in the Warring States period, remains. It is said that Shingen gave medical treatment to his soldiers who were injured in battle. onsen The location is a 5-minute drive from Lake Tanzawa, and sightseeing is enjoyable as there are many rest spots and restaurants by the lake, including a handmade soba noodle store. Access from Shinjuku is about 1 hour and 40 minutes by car. By train + bus, it takes about 2.5 hours.

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Located right next to a mountain stream surrounded by greenery, Kakureyu no Sato Shingenkan is a onsen inn that boasts an abundant supply of water from its artesian spring. There are six baths in the inn, three of which are free private baths, so you can enjoy bathing to your heart's content with just the two of you. There is also a onsen pool that can be used from May to September, as well as a convenience store and a ping pong table, so you're sure to be satisfied just by being inside the inn. It is about a 4-minute walk from the Nakagawa onsen Station bus stop.

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The guest rooms were renovated in March 2023. There are now more options, such as modern Japanese-style rooms with open onsen baths and Western-style rooms with kitchens. You're sure to find a room that suits how you like to spend your time.

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After relaxing in your room, relax in onsen. The three private baths are unique, and each bath is large enough for two people. You can stretch your arms and legs and occupy "Nakagawa onsen", which is said to be Shingen Takeda's secret hot spring, for two people. Spend a blissful time surrounded by the chirping of birds, the nature of the four seasons, and the pleasant breeze. In addition, there are large public baths and open-air baths for men and women.

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Dinner is a kaiseki meal where you can enjoy the “food of the mountains and seas” nurtured by nature. It is attractive that there is also in-room dining plan. Recommended for two people who are staying home. Starting with Ashigara beef shabu-shabu, there is also a plan where you can have crab depending on the season! Let's smack our lips with Ashigara's proud local sake.

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It's about 20 minutes by Fujikyu Shonan Bus from JR Yaga Station. Located in Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park, SPRINGS VILLAGE Ashigara Tanzawa onsen Resort & Glamping is perfect for couples who want to change their mood surrounded by nature. There are a total of 31 glamping buildings and 18 hotel rooms to choose from. There are also purely Japanese-style rooms, but glamping is recommended for couples who like the outdoors. The lush greenery and fresh air are sure to soothe you. In addition to dome-type buildings, tent-type buildings are also available.

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This photo is inside the dome. It has a sturdy structure and a stylish atmosphere. It's nice to take a leisurely nap while listening to the chirping of birds. You can relax in a spacious and stylish space. Even if it's your first time glamping, you'll feel at ease if you're with him. At night, you can enjoy chatting while gazing at the stars on the wooden deck. The conversation will be lively, and it may be an opportunity to learn about each other's unexpected sides ♪

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Speaking of glamping meal, it's BBQ, isn't it? The chef's special grilled whole chicken will also liven up the outdoor mood. The meat you eat while surrounded by nature is exceptional! There is also a cheese fondue where you can enjoy fresh vegetables deliciously. A premium meal with a different taste will be an unforgettable memory forever ♡

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After your meal, take a refreshing bath in onsen inside the facility, which is known as the ``beauty hot spring''. All the glamping tents are equipped with natural onsen, so you can enjoy a trip full of onsen.

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Kanagawa Kabuto-yu onsen" in Atsugi City is an inn with its own hot spring source, and is the only one inn where you can take a bath in the precious onsen that was discovered in 1923. It is a must for couples who love hidden hot springs.

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“Kabutoyu Onsen onsen”, which looks like a hidden inn in a mountain village, is a retro inn full of secluded scenery. Please be soothed by the highly alkaline onsen that gushed out after the Great Kanto Earthquake. A fine stuffed deer welcomes you at the front desk. There is also a fireplace, so you can enjoy an extraordinary feeling. Access is about 5 minutes on foot from the "Nanasawa" bus stop.

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From the window of the room, you can see the dense trees. Let's get away from the hustle and bustle and spend a relaxing time together ♡ A day off where you can enjoy onsen and a nap in a calm atmosphere is also a good thing.

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There is an indoor bath and an open-air bath where you can soak in the "Kabutoyu onsen" that flows directly from the source. Natural onsen are appealing without using mechanical power or circulatory organs. The hot spring water is onsen on the skin and is said to be good for beauty.

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We are also proud of our simple dishes that make you feel happy that you are Japanese! The dishes, which mainly use local ingredients and are prepared by the master himself, are not flashy, but are full of "compassion".

Next is Kanagawa ・Kotakuji (広沢寺) onsen, located along the Osawa River in Atsugi City. This hot spring was opened in the early Showa period. Since there is only one inn that you can stay at, it is recommended for couples who want to spend a quiet time. In the vicinity is "Tree Cross Adventure Atsugi Nanazawa," which offers a wide variety of activities such as tightrope walking and ziplining, so if you are interested, check it out.

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"Kotakuji onsen Gyokusuirou" is a pure Japanese-style onsen inn located in a mountain village known as the starting point for climbing Mt. Kanegatake and Mt. Mitsumine. You can enjoy the seasonal garden and mountains from all the rooms. You can spend a relaxing time soaking in the hot onsen in the public baths and open-air baths, or taking a walk in the courtyard. The nearest bus stop is "Kotakuji onsen", about 30 minutes by bus from Hon-Atsugi Station. From there, you can arrive in about 15 minutes on foot. With a single phone call, you can also use the hotel pick-up service.

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In addition to the Japanese-style rooms in the main building, there is also a lineup of "separate rooms" (pictured) with ancient cypress baths. Surrounded by the fresh scenery of nature and the murmuring of the Osawa River, you can spend some time alone. In fact, this "Gyokusuiro" is also a filming location for a drama! It is said that "Ex-boyfriend's will" and "Van Gogh under the stairs" that were aired in 2022 were filmed. If you visit after watching the drama, you might be able to enjoy your stay even more.

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After relaxing in your room, enjoy onsen in the open-air baths and indoor baths, which are separated by gender. The women's bath "Benten-no-yu" (pictured) is a precious 2,000-year-old ancient cypress tree that has been coated with lacquer. The beautiful wood grain and luster create a special time. By the way, there is an old plum tree next to the men's bath, and depending on the season, you can enjoy bathing while smelling the scent of plums.

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At dinnertime, you can enjoy delicious "Satoyama cuisine" and "Boar hotpot" at meal. The five senses are stimulated by the dishes that make use of local ingredients such as local vegetables and river fish. For couples who like to drink, how about trying the local sake "Sakarimasu" together?

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Even in the standard travel destination "Hakone onsen", there is a recommended inn where you can spend a relaxing time! You can enjoy a special feeling, and you will feel refreshed even when visiting familiar tourist spots. "I want to cherish our time alone!" We will introduce the accommodations in "Hakone onsen" recommended for such couples.

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From Hakone-Yumoto Station, take the Yumoto onsen Shared Bus for about 10 minutes and arrive at Hotel Okada, which has five hot spring sources. Check-in while being greeted by the babbling of the Sukumo River. You can get the colored yukata for free if you make a reservation through the official website of Hotel Okada. You can also rent samue at “Suisai”, “Miyabi no Ma” and “Yuan”. A great trip for two. Let's change into Japanese clothes and enjoy the extraordinary atmosphere.

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You can enjoy a relaxing bath in the open-air bath in your room while gazing at the lush greenery. It is a private space for just the two of you, wrapped in silence. It seems that if you put your shoulders on him, the distance between your hearts will be shortened. You can spend a blissful time relaxing in onsen. You can stretch out and relax in the large public bath, which is available from 5:30 in the morning. In order not to wake him up when the sun rises, he is still asleep.

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After refreshing yourself in the open-air bath in your room, enjoy dinner time. We recommend the Japanese kaiseki course. You can enjoy fresh seafood from Suruga Bay and delicious wagyu beef. The carefully selected white rice is from Ibaraki and Yamagata. The freshly cooked fluffy rice will whet your appetite. Let's toast with Hakone's local sake and enjoy the taste of the season.

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After eating, go to the footbath on the 8th floor "Sky Garden". If the weather is fine, you can warm your feet while gazing at the sky full of stars. You can look at photos taken at sightseeing spots together, and share feelings that you normally wouldn't be able to express. Before you know it, you'll feel warm from your feet to your heart♡ Surrounded by the starry sky and faintly lit lights, it looks like it will be a wonderful memory.

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"Hakone onsen Hotel Nanpuso" is about 7 minutes by paid shuttle bus from "Hakone Yumoto Station". This is a Kaze no Iori A type room. Recommended for couples who want to relax on tatami mats but prefer a bed when sleeping. When you sleep, you can rest well in the soft and fluffy bed.

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The open-air bath in the Kaze no Iori A type room is perfect for couples who are too busy to see each other. Because it is a compact and simple space, you can enjoy time alone. If you want to heal your body in a large bathtub, go to the large public bath with a beautiful view. Granite and blue stones are abundantly used in the bathtub, and the comfortable murmuring of the Sukumo River... A tasteful bathing experience comes true.

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If the two of you want to relax on a trip, we recommend in-room dining rather than meal at a restaurant. There is also in-room dining plan at "Hotel Nanpuso"! You can also enjoy seasonal seafood such as blowfish and sea bream, as well as Soshu beef. Enjoying delicious food together will naturally bring a smile to your face♪ It will be an unforgettable memory.

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About 15 minutes on foot from Hakone Yumoto Station. Shiunso is ryokan surrounded by greenery. This is a special room with an open-air bath, “Takeyabunoma”. It has a deep taste and an extraordinary feeling. When you open the window, you can see the beautiful greenery and heal your fatigue. Recommended for special trips such as birthdays and anniversaries ♡

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As the name suggests, you can enjoy the view of the bamboo forest from the "Takeyabu no Ma" room. Of course, you can also feel nature from the open-air bath in the guest room. Relax and be soothed by the deep greenery and onsen. At "Lounge Miyabi," you can get a free drink from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Your throat and mind will be moistened, and your body and mind will be in good condition.
*As of April 2024, Lounge Miyabi is currently closed.

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After enjoying onsen, why not cool off at the Hayakawa Terrace along the mountain stream? You can feel the green nearby. A refreshing breeze in the babbling of the river. The sense of openness will fill your mind and body, and you'll feel like your daily stress will be blown away♪ On this terrace, you can have breakfast only for two groups per day♪ Enjoying breakfast in the clear morning air is perfect for a special trip. is not it.

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For dinner on a special day, why not upgrade your experience? You can enjoy the luxurious taste of Hakone, such as grilled black abalone and spiny lobster tempura. You can choose between nigiri sushi, tembanyaki, or shabu-shabu for the specially selected wagyu beef. For dessert, seasonal fruits are available. Shiunso's homemade 100% buckwheat soba is also popular. Free all your senses and enjoy a trip just for two.

Kanagawa, which has excellent access, has many hidden onsen resorts♪Perfect for tired couples who want to get away from the hustle and bustle and soothe their fatigue. There are plenty of private inns, including detached inns and ryokan with private baths, so please use them as a reference for your trip.