Gora Onsen

Spreading out around Gora Station, the terminus of the Hakone Tozan Railway, Gora Onsen lies on a highland more than five hundred meters above sea level. From milky water drawn from Owakudani to sulfur springs from Mount Soun, and from clear water to faint brown tones, few places offer such a variety of springs in one area, earning it the nickname of the five colored springs.

Highlights

- A diverse range of waters that differ in color by source, from clear to milky white to pale yellow - Hakone Gora Park, a French style formal garden opened in 1914 - The mountain travel mood of changing from the railway to the cable car at Gora Station - Strolls among the Hakone Museum of Art and other nearby galleries

Enjoying the Seasons

In the fresh green season the trees of the gardens and museums come alive, and in autumn the whole area is wrapped in red foliage. The roses and spring flowers of Gora Park are also a delight, giving each season its own character. In winter you can soak in colorful waters under clear air and savor the personality of the resort itself.

Access and Basic Information

- About forty minutes from Hakone Yumoto Station by Hakone Tozan Railway to the terminus at Gora - Gora Station is the transfer point to the mountain cable car - Gora Park is about a five minute walk from Gora Station - Water types are varied, including simple springs, sulfate springs, chloride springs, and sulfur springs

A Quick Tip

Because each inn in Gora draws from a different source, the color and feel of the water change from place to place. Trying a few day baths side by side is the best way to appreciate what makes Gora so interesting.