Hotel Okura is set to welcome The Okura Resort Hakone Gora, the first Okura Resort property in Japan, in 2029. Developed in collaboration with Nishimatsu Construction, the new hotel will be located in Hakone, one of Japan’s most renowned hot spring destinations.
An operational management agreement was signed on July 11, 2025, under which Nishimatsu Construction will develop and own the property, while Hotel Okura will manage it under The Okura Resort brand.
Hakone attracts almost 20 million visitors annually from Japan and overseas, many of whom stay overnight to enjoy its hot springs, museums and natural surroundings. The new hotel will be situated in Gora, an area known for abundant hot springs, and will offer views of the Hakone mountains including Myojogatake. Guests will be able to experience local attractions such as the summer festival while enjoying the natural setting throughout the seasons.
Conceived as a “Forest Hideaway”, the property will blend into the surrounding environment with interiors in warm green and beige tones. Expansive windows will frame the mountain views, creating a tranquil atmosphere.
The hotel will comprise a West and East Wing with 58 guestrooms, each featuring a private open-air bath drawing on Owakudani Hot Spring waters. Rooms will average 63m² including balconies. Facilities will include a large bathing area with indoor hot spring baths, dry and mist saunas, and two treatment rooms. Dining options will feature a fine dining restaurant with a teppanyaki counter and a bar lounge in the lobby.
The total floor area will be around 9,650m². The West Wing will have three floors above ground and three basement levels, while the East Wing will have four floors above ground. The property will be located approximately five minutes by car from Gora Station on the Hakone Tozan Railway and three minutes on foot from Naka-Gora cable car station.
Hotel Okura president Toshihiro Ogita said: “Known for its rich history, natural beauty, and cultural charm, Hakone has long been a favourite of both Japanese tourists and visitors from overseas. We look forward to offering a unique experience rooted in our philosophy of omotenashi (hospitality) in this special location.”
