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Number of Rooms: 39
Eco Rating: 4
Location: Honshu, Japan, Honshu, Hakone and Mount Fuji
Gora Kadan is a luxurious ryokan (traditional inn) located in the grounds of a former Imperial residence in the beautiful Hakone region south of Tokyo.
A Relais & Chateaux property, Gora Kadan has traditional ryokan rooms with elegant tatami mats, rice paper screen walls and futons.
The restaurant is found in the oldest building in the complex and as is usually the case, the ryokan prides itself on its kaiseki, haute cuisine Japanese multi-course dinners.
Gora Kadan benefits from volcanically heated springs so offers one of the finest onsen (hot spring) in Hakone region, where guests can lounge in the perfectly heated water; ideal after tackling one of the many trekking trails in the Mount Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park. In addition there is also a swimming pool.
Why We Love It
Because this is the best place to stay in the Mount Fuji/Hakone region, and to experience that most Japanese of experience - a soak in an onsen hot spring.
Holly, Original Traveller
Itineraries that feature Gora Kadan
Best for: Couples and Honeymoons
Japan in Style
Japan is a fascinating and hugely rewarding destination, and
even more so when explored in style. This two-week itinerary takes
in wacky and...
14 Days
From £9,870pp
Best for: Couples, Honeymoons and Solo Travellers
Across the Japanese Alps
Explore the northern reaches of the main Japanese island of
Honshu on a trip off the well-worn Honshu path. This twelve day
itinerary takes you...
12 Days
From £4,705pp
Best for: Families
Trotting Around Tokyo, Castles in Kyoto & Hiking in Hakone: Japan for Families
Japan is one of the most fascinating and diverse destinations on
the planet, and makes a great holiday destination for families with
children...
15 Days
From £4,145pp
Best for: Couples, Honeymoons and Families
Highlights of Japan
It would be possible to spend a month and more in Japan and
barely touch the sides of this fascinating destination but alas
most of us don't...
12 Days
From £4,130pp
: Indicates itineraries that can be done entirely, or partially, by train.
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