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Japan Hotels and Resorts - Japan consists of several thousands of islands, of which Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu and Shikoku are the four largest. Japan's closest neighbours are Korea, Russia and China. The Sea of Japan separates the Asian continent from the Japanese archipelago. Japan's area is larger than, for example, Germany's and comparable to the one of Italy or California. Japan's northernmost islands are located approximately on same geographical latitude as Milan or Portland while her southernmost islands are about on the same latitude as the Bahamas. In other words, Japan's North South extension equals about the distance from Oslo to Naples. More than 50% of the area of Japan is mountainous and covered by forests. Japan is politically structured in 8 regions and 47 prefectures.

Due to the large North South extension of the country, the climate varies strongly in different regions. The climate in most of the major cities, including Tokyo, is temperate to subtropic and consists of four seasons. The winter is mild and the summer is hot and humid. There is a rainy season in early summer, and typhoons hit parts of the country every year during late summer. The climate of the northern island of Hokkaido is colder, and snow storms occur frequently during winter. In Okinawa, on the other hand, the mean temperature of January is a warm 16 degrees Celsius.

Palace Hotel Hakone Central Japan 1245 Sengoku-Hara Hakone-Machi Ashigarashimo-Gun Kanagawa-Ken Hakone 250-0631 Japan Hotel Rating: Reserve Inquire View Rates

At the Palace Hotel Hakone, you can enjoy the beauty of nature throughout the four seasons. Only a ninety minute drive from downtown Tokyo, the Hotel is lacated atop a hill in the Sengoku-hara Highlands, surrounded by the volcanic crater walls of Hakone. Come and relax amidst spectacular views of Mt.Fuji and Lake Ashinoko.

ACCOMMODATION: All guest rooms offer splendid views of this beautiful resort area. Their sensitively coordinated interior with, cane furniture, also helps create a supremely restful atmosphere. Well equipped with Air Conditioning, Direct Dial Telephone, Hairdryer In Room, Mini Bar, Complimentary Daily Newspaper, 110-120 Voltage, Colour Television, Radio, Sound Proofed Room, Alarm Clock, Towelling Robe, Temperature Control and Razor Socket. RESTAURANTS & BARS: Dining in the peaceful surroundings of the Palace Hotel Restaurants makes a day in the country complete. You have the choice of a wide range of restaurants and bars at the Palace Hotel Hakone. The traditional dishes are superbly prepared and served - adding to authenticity of the environment. RECREATION: The hotel is well-equipped with facilities including a swimming pool and tennis court. After a light exercise, relax in the grand hot spring bath or sauna. BANQUET & MEETINGS: Surrounded by natural beauty, the Hotel is an ideal place for gatherings. Its elegant and spacious banquet rooms can accommondate parties of all sizes. There are also AV equipped conference rooms for seminars and meetings. ACCESS INFORMATAION » Approx. 50 min. by bus form JR Odawara Station. » Approx.120 min. by Odakyu Highwaybus form Shinjuku. » Approx. 30 min. drive form Tomei Highway Gotemba Interchange