Hakone is Tokyo's favourite hot-spring escape, a mountain-and-lake region of ryokan, open-air art museums, a pirate-ship cruise on Lake Ashi and volcanic Ōwakudani, with Mt. Fuji views on clear days. The scenic loop by train, cablecar and boat is half the fun. An easy overnight, best midweek.
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