Yumoto (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is Yumoto?
What makes it 81% Kids-Friendly: Craft workshops, mountain train rides and foot baths keep school-age kids engaged, and many baths allow children, yet hot water and steep lanes demand close supervision throughout visits.
Positives:
- Easy access: Yumoto Station sits at the town entrance and is a short walk from major baths.
- Family-friendly: Many onsen offer private rooms and allow children under 12 free or at reduced rates.
Challenges:
- Hot water: Onsen pools can exceed 42°C; test slowly before letting kids in.
- Limited English: Signage in smaller bathhouses may be in Japanese only; staff can help on request.
What is Yumoto?
- A hot spring town at the gateway to Hakone’s main attractions
- The largest and oldest of Hakone’s seventeen hot spring areas, with origins in the Nara period and prominence as an Edo-period resort
- A historic spa district comprising numerous public and private bathhouses alongside the Soun-ji Temple associated with Warring States commander Hojo Soun
What is so special about Yumoto for with kids?
- Hands-on glass-fusing makes a lasting family souvenir
- Scenic mountain train ride thrills kids and adults
- Free foot baths provide quick rest stops
- Family-friendly day-use onsen with private rooms
- Level shopping street offers snacks and crafts for all ages
Recommended visit duration: 0.5-1 day
Why 0.5-1 day visit duration is ideal for with kids: Half a day lets you try a bath, craft a glass souvenir, stroll the shopping street and rest at foot baths without rushing kids.
Kids-Friendly Activities in Yumoto
Glass-fusing chopstick rest:
Kids arrange colored glass beads and fuse them into a souvenir at the workshop by the station.
Tip: Book the 1-hour family session online to secure seats together.
Hakone Tozan Railway ride:
Take the mountain train from Yumoto to Gora through forests and switchbacks.
Tip: Sit on the right side for the best views of tunnels and valleys.
Tenseien public foot bath:
Free foot spa in the garden fed by Yumoto’s hot spring water.
Tip: Bring a small towel and water bottle; it’s stroller-friendly.
Yumoto Shotengai exploration:
Walk the level shopping street to sample onsen manju, kamaboko and local crafts.
Tip: Start at the station end and follow the river to find quieter stalls.
Day-use onsen at Hakone Yuryo:
Family baths and public pools a short shuttle ride from the station.
Tip: Present a Hakone Freepass for a small discount; private rooms fill fast.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Yumoto
- Use Hakone Freepass: Includes unlimited train rides, shuttle buses and discounts on workshops.
- Reserve baths and crafts: Book private onsen time and glass workshops online a day ahead to ensure availability.
When is the best time to visit Yumoto (Hakone, Japan)?
Spring: cherry blossoms line the river near Shotengai. Summer: begin visits early to avoid midday heat. Autumn: maple leaves glow around Soun-ji Temple. Winter: foot baths feel extra cozy.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Glass-fusing workshop (¥980×4) | JPY 3,920 |
| Hakone Yuryo onsen (adults ¥1,600×2, kids ¥900×2) | JPY 5,000 |
| Tozan Railway round-trip (adult ¥760×2, child ¥380×2) | JPY 2,280 |
| Light meal & snacks | JPY 2,000 |
| Total Estimated | JPY 13,200 |
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 Yumoto
Address: Yumoto, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0311, Japan
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