Hakone Gora KAI: A private hot spring paradise in the clouds.

Hidden in the mountains of Hakone is a hot spring hotel that will leave you dreaming of your next visit: Gora KAI. Not only is it in a great location, but it's also a paradise for the soul. Imagine being halfway up a mountain in Hakone, surrounded by mist, as if you were in a fairyland. The hotel is newly built and exudes a modern Japanese style, with every design detail being a pleasant surprise. 🌟 My room was a Western-style room, spacious and cozy. It had a soft bed for me to lie down when I was tired, and a tatami mat full of Japanese style, which made me feel like I was instantly immersed in local life. The most exciting thing is that each room has a private terrace and hot spring pool. Imagine enjoying a hot spring in a private space, looking up at the stars in the sky. Isn't this the ultimate travel experience? 🏰 The hotel's architectural layout is like a maze hidden in the mountains. The four buildings - the main building, the annex, and the east and west wings - are connected by clever passages. As you stroll through, you may be surprised to find that the complex design of the upper and lower floors makes every turn a small adventure, allowing you to discover new worlds inadvertently. The surprise of "So I'm here" is unforgettable. 🍽 When it comes to food, Gora KAI is not to be missed. The room rate includes two meals, breakfast and dinner, so you can enjoy the beautiful scenery while satisfying your taste buds. The Japanese restaurant offers exquisite kaiseki cuisine, with each dish being a work of art. The Western restaurant offers teppanyaki, with the flying flames and the aroma of grilling making your mouth water. As for breakfast, although I found it hard to get used to the rice that Japanese people love to eat, the choice of Western breakfast allowed me to find the perfect start in the morning light. 🛤 The hotel's location makes travel extremely convenient. It's just a few minutes' walk to Gora Station, where you can take the mountain cable car to Owakudani to experience the shock of the volcano, or go to Lake Ashi to enjoy the tranquility of the lake and mountains. When going down the mountain, the mountain tram can easily reach Hakone Yumoto, making the whole journey seamless and extremely convenient. This trip to Hakone was made even more memorable by Gora KAI. Here, I not only experienced authentic Japanese hot spring culture, but also had a spiritual journey. If you also yearn for such a deep experience, why not come to Hakone and explore the infinite charm of Gora KAI!