Hakone vs Kinosaki: Which Onsen Town Is Better for First-Time Visitors?
Hakone and Kinosaki are the two names that come up most often when first-time visitors to Japan search for a ryokan-and-onsen night. On paper they look similar: hot spring baths, traditional inns, a night away from the city. In practice they offer two very different experiences, and the mistake I see travelers make is choosing … Read more