Hot Water Play Place Hakone no Yu (solo trip)
How Solo-Friendly is Hot Water Play Place Hakone no Yu?
What makes it 79% Solo-Friendly: In Mori no Yu the solo traveler enjoys gender-separated outdoor baths, saunas, nap lounges, and photo spots, although weekend crowds reduce tranquillity.
Positives:
- Quiet Spaces: Separate men’s/women’s areas and nap lounges let you find alone time.
- English Signage: Facilities and menus have English labels for easy navigation.
Challenges:
- Weekend Crowds: The Yunessun swimwear area fills up on weekends and holidays.
- Swimwear Required: You must rent or bring swimwear to enter the Yunessun pools.
What is Hot Water Play Place Hakone no Yu?
- A hot spring theme park in Hakone that integrates traditional onsen culture with playful water attractions
- Comprising multiple indoor and outdoor bath zones, including cypress wood pools and novelty hot springs infused with coffee, wine, and green tea
- Part of the Hakone Kowakien resort complex and featuring saunas, steam rooms, relaxation lounges, and private bathing suites
What is so special about Hot Water Play Place Hakone no Yu for solo trip?
- Enjoy both playful themed baths and serene traditional onsen.
- Recharge solo in dedicated nap lounges and relaxation rooms.
- Capture shots in the cave baths and Dragon’s Waterfall.
- Mix sauna and cold-plunge for a full spa cycle.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Solo visitors can sample key baths and lounges without rushing.
Solo-Friendly Activities in Hot Water Play Place Hakone no Yu
Mori no Yu Traditional Onsen:
Try the cypress indoor bath, open-air tubs, and waterfall shoulder massage (men’s side).
Tip: Buy a Mori-only ticket (¥1,500) for a quieter experience.
Oyasumi-dokoro Nap Lounge:
Lie on a padded bench with soft music and low lighting.
Tip: Go after your soak to recharge before heading out.
Cave Baths and Dragon’s Waterfall:
Explore dimly lit grottoes with aquariums and stand under the warm waterfall.
Tip: Bring a waterproof camera for unique water-lit shots.
Finnish Sauna and Snow Bath:
Sit in a dry wood sauna then cool off in the snow-themed cold bath.
Tip: Time your sauna session before visiting the outdoor open-air spring.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Hot Water Play Place Hakone no Yu
- Arrive Early: Enter at opening (9:00) to beat lines for popular baths.
- Choose Weekdays: Mori-only tickets on weekdays give a more peaceful vibe.
Reviews of Hot Water Play Place Hakone no Yu
Maegan Mahula
Great onsen experience with a variety of outdoor baths. The nighttime ambiance was so relaxing.
Mati D
The staff was extremely nice, using Google translation to explain everything to us. We went in the evening at around 7.30pm and there were only a few locals. The ladies part has 5 pools (1 inside and 4 outside) and the mens part 4 pools (1 inside and 3 outside). We can recommend this experience!
Lu Bi Huang
Affordable onsen with a lot of locals visiting so you know it's good. Staff speaks very little english but there isn't much to the visit. Pay 1100yen at the machine and you get a locker to store your belongings. If you've never been on an onsen or know the etiquette, please read up on it . May be uncomfortable for some but you have to go full nude in the onsen, you can however have a modesty tow...
Arash Khosravi
We had a discounted ticket from our stay at Guesthouse Azito&bar which brought the price down to 500 Yen (from 1000 Yen) per person. The onsen is open from 10am to 10pm. It was definitely worth even full price but the discount was a plus! It was a very relaxing experience - the onsen is separated into male and female sections and it is a traditional one (you can only go in with a small towel whic...
n ! d z
We got special price of 500 yen entrance during our stay at Guesthouse Azito & Bar as part of their offer. There was inside bath and outside. The inside was warmer than the outside. There were at least 3 baths outside. It was very relaxing. Good place to de-stress.
When is the best time to visit Hot Water Play Place Hakone no Yu (Hakone, Japan)?
In winter, watch steam rise against snow-dusted pines at the outdoor spring. On rainy days, head to the indoor cave baths for a dry, atmospheric soak.
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Typical Budget for Solo Traveler (1 Adult)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Standard passport ticket | JPY 3,500 |
| Swimwear rental | JPY 670 |
| Total Estimated | JPY 4,170 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Map of Hot Water Play Place Hakone no Yu
Address: 100-1 Yumotochaya, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0312, Japan
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