We know you’re a true Japan traveler if you have stayed in any of the traditional ryokans established by the Fufu brand. Fufu Hakone is just an hour away from Tokyo, and its architecture and room experience exhibit timeless luxury.

One thing we love about Hakone is the peaceful surroundings, and we are positive you’ll like them, too! Hakone is also home to abundant onsens and hot spring baths, as well as authentic dining options suitable for every traveler.

For today’s guide, we’ll look into Fufu Hakone and the features, amenities, and other details to expect with this ryokan. Whether it’s your first time booking a traditional Japanese inn or you want to relax and unwind on your next trip to Hakone, this guide is for you!

History and Concept

Fufu Hakone lives up to the tourists’ luxurious expectations of the brand. This traditional ryokan is all about zen and relaxation—elegant interiors, serene vistas, rejuvenating hot spring baths, and beautifully crafted kaiseki meals.

Misty mountains and abundant Japanese trees completely surround Fufu Hakone. As a mountainside accommodation, you will be amazed by the panoramic views of the Hakone mountains.

Because the Fufu brand has already built its amazing reputation, Fufu Hakone has also established its exclusive brand. You can expect all toiletries to be solely distributed by Fufu, including free skincare products. Fufu has its own scent and quality, making you immediately guess it’s from them!

Art enthusiasts will also love how Fufu Hakone appreciates artworks through photos of rocks and the earth’s surface.

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Location

Fufu Hakone also has an excellent location right in the heart of Gora Onsen. It’s less than a kilometer from the popular Hakona Gora Park. If you’re riding the train or the bus, this ryokan is also close to the Gora Station, about 1 kilometer away.

Shopaholics will also love that one of Japan’s largest premium outlet malls, Gotemba Premium Outlets, is only a 30-minute drive from Fufu Hakone. Families bringing their kids along can also make a pit stop at the Hakone Open-Air Museum, with engaging exhibits, a playground, and foot baths. Fufu Hakone is also near the Hakone-Yumoto Station, the perfect spot for an authentic Japanese food crawl.

Despite Fufu Hakone’s prime location, you can still pretty much experience peace and relaxation while staying in this ryokan. As mountains and forests surround it, it can get really quiet, especially at night.

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Ryokan Facilities

A meaningful stay awaits at Fufu Hakone, which has remarkable facilities. First, welcome drinks are served to all guests, exuding warmth and comfort. A bar is also available to cap the night and unwind.

Upon entering the lobby on the 3rd floor of the building, you’ll immediately be mesmerized by the breathtaking mountain views of the Hakone mountains. At the lobby’s far end is Utsugi, Fufu Hakone’s exclusive bar that offers a long list of local drinks.

Enjoy a peaceful nightcap at the ryokan’s large public bath, or book a treatment at Spa Hinoka on the 4th floor of Keyaki, the first building. The spa at Fufu Hakone provides fermented wood powder bathing, promoting the fragrance of Japanese cypress powder. Beauty treatments are also available to soothe your skin and health.

Fufu stays true to its brand with the souvenir shop in the lobby. Here, you can shop for the exclusive brand, including skincare, aromatic oil, original Fufu sauces, and homeware.

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Onsen

Fufu Hakone has two primary sources of spring water: the large public bath and the smaller guest bath. If you want to catch panoramic views of the Hakone mountains, we suggest trying Owakudani Hot Spring, the communal onsen.

The hot spring has milky white water rich in sulfate, believed to help with skin exfoliation. An extra catch with the public hot spring bath is a complimentary minibar filled with beer, sports drinks, and ice cream.

The water in the guest room bath or the Gora Hot Spring is clear chloride, ideal for moisturizing the skin after dipping in the public onsen.

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Rooms

Fufu Hakone has 39 rooms, each exemplifying coziness, warmth, and calmness. All guest rooms are intricately furnished and feature striking rock decor with a hint of Japanese trees. You may also notice a bamboo vase with seasonal flowers and plants.

All rooms have private hot spring baths. You can open the windows to breathe in the pleasant Japanese cypress trees.

Fufu Hakone only knows elegance and class when you enter the rooms. Every detail is stylish, from the ceiling-to-floor windows to the chandelier, premium bedding, top-notch beds and pillows, and even the wooden furniture pieces. It’s like you’re staying at a luxurious hotel. But this time, it’s a five-star traditional Japanese ryokan.

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Food & Cuisine

This mountainside ryokan does not back down when it comes to its food. Fufu Hakone ensures all the dishes are as beautiful as they are delicious. Yamanoe, the on-site restaurant, serves authentic Japanese cuisine with a wide selection of mountain vegetables, meat, and seafood.

You can have your breakfast and dinner served in the restaurant. Popular dishes include tempura, sushi with seasonal fish, and teppanyaki grilled dishes. Dinner is far more exquisite and luxurious than the breakfast. You will fall in love with the beautiful presentation of the dishes, as well as the mouth-watering flavors.

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Fufu Hakone definitely knows class and elegance, as well as the traditional ryokan experience it offers. It can be a bit pricier than your other options in Hakone, but you won’t be wasting any money.

We hope this guide has helped you learn more about the Fufu brand in Hakone. If you’re wondering about the other ryokans established by Fufu, here’s a run-through of Fufu Kyoto and Fufu Kawaguchiko!

For more ryokan suggestions around Hakone, feel free to check our posts about the most affordable ryokans in Hakone, the tattoo friendly ryokans in Hakone, the best ryokans in Hakone with private onsen and the best ryokans in Hakone with Mount Fuji view.