BEST Food & Sightseeing Experience in Japan *Easy Day Trip from Tokyo to Hakone*

[@MelinMelbourne]

➡️ Pls read if you are interested in visiting Japan. ⛩️Hakone is a great day trip from Tokyo (about 90 minutes) but we decided to stay two full days to explore the area a little more. Hakone is known for its natural hot springs (onsens) and iconic views of Mount Fuji. We splurged and stayed at a traditional Japanese ryokan (a traditional inn), which includes a private onsen and a multi-course kaiseki dinner. OMG, the food was so good-Michelin-star level! In today's vlog, I take you on some of the must-do things to see and eat in Hakone. Get the Hakone free pass as it gives you unlimited access to a few different modes of transport and some discounts on attractions. I highly recommend checking out this picturesque town! I hope you enjoy the vlog xx Mel

[@expatrucker]

Definitely take note of this 😊

[@HelahJoyBazan]

One of the best trips in your vlog! Super love it! Thanks for bringing us with u in your trip.. it inspires me so much to want to travel there one day. 💚💚💚

[@Mari92313]

Japan looks amazing. The food looked so good. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@MadamMMStyleIcon]

Hi Mel. Looks so much fun. We’re planning to fly to Japan 🇯🇵 in January. Thanks for the tour. I love your comfy outfits. Great vlog. 😊

[@theYAKTHUNG]

😍😍😍😍 my dream country. Hope Ill manage to visit the country someday, beautiful culture, people, food...❤❤❤

[@Livetoshop88]

Really enjoyed this video. Everything looked so delicious and scenic.

[@veronicavenditti3614]

Hi Mel, your travel vlogs are always very interesting because you manage to show us all the characteristic aspects of a place! And what memories you brought back to me with that little game where you had to catch fish! I owned it when I was a little child!! 😘

[@staytrue6232]

Epic Japan vlog. So breathtakingly scenic in Hakone. Great tour of attractions and food. Thanks for sharing the traditional/culinary experience.

[@MelinMelbourne]

So glad you enjoyed the vlog. It was the perfect place to immerse ourselves in a bit of traditional Japanese culture. Def recommended! Xx

[@tracytee7492]

I think this video is amazing. Great mix of Japan scenic, food, fashion & tips! The chemistry between you & your hub is so unbelievable! Btw he is good! 😅

[@expatrucker]

you can’t go wrong in Japan 🥳 and definitely take note all of this Thank you Ms Mel

[@MelinMelbourne]

Yes you can’t go wrong, totally agree! Still so many places we haven’t visited but I’m so glad we came here. Def go if you can my dear Xx

[@graceaban302]

Love love Thank you for bringing us there and vloging. Oh my what a wonderful experience watching this video

[@MelinMelbourne]

Oh I’m so glad you enjoyed this vlog Grace, I know it’s not my usual type of content but it was def a highlight of our trip and we loved it! Xx

[@johansjournal]

Thats an awesome vlog, thanks for bringing us with you. Hope you and hubby had the best time

[@MelinMelbourne]

Hubby and I enjoyed our stay so much! Really appreciate you watching Xx

[@tiam8042]

Japan is on another level.... food looks simple yet so fascinating. Great vlog

[@maggimae45-7]

Thank you for another wonderful video. Beautiful!

[@jaynep8715]

Looks amazing Mel. Hope you and hubby had the best time

[@MelinMelbourne]

We sure did! Hakone was so relaxing! Xx

[@marilynarciaga2278]

Love the nature, the healthy foods, where you stayed and etc. love this vlog❤️

[@MelinMelbourne]

I’m so glad you loved the vlog Marilyn. Such picturesque town and the food was delicious Xx

[@tammyt521]

I love that hubby is involved more in your vlogs. I'm planning to go to japan next year, this looks so good! That open air museum looks beautiful. I love hot springs so taking notes. TFS!

[@MelinMelbourne]

Yes definitely go hun! It’s so picturesque and the open air museum was just beautiful! The food at the ryokan was especially delicious too xx

[@valenciabarrientos2297]

Gonna have to add this to my travel list next time I visit Japan! I always visit the big cities like Tokyo and Osaka. Time for a change of scenery and explore the nature side of Japan.

[@MelinMelbourne]

Yes you must go Valencia :) it’s definitely a nice change of pace from the hustle and bustle of bigger cities. As much as I love Tokyo, it was such an amazing experience staying at a traditional Ryokan and the food was soooo good! Xx

[@mindbodysoul8214]

This was SO GOOD!!!! Japan would be pleased with your efforts Mel. Such BEAUTIFUL Scenery and Art. Love seeing and hearing about the local & traditional foods. Yum!!!⛩🧡 ⛩ p/s You look so cute in your casual outfit🥰

[@MelinMelbourne]

Awww that means SO MUCH hun! I know normally these type of vlogs (without shopping lol) might not perform the best but this was definitely a highlight of our trip. We loved how scenic it was, not to mention I love art so the open air museum was such a treat. Oh yes hubby and I thoroughly enjoyed the food, the best food on your trip hands down xx

[@RachelScioneaux]

I just love y’all Mel❤❤ you are beautiful 🎉🎉🎉this video is amazing😊😊😊I’ll never go there so it’s lovely to see it through your eyes 😊😊😊😊

[@MelinMelbourne]

Aww thank you Rachel you are too sweet! 🥰 So happy you loved the vlog, we loved it so def wanted to share our experience xx

[@shananick1128]

Just got back from Japan too with my hubby. Went to Mt Fuji and it is raining but nevertheless Japan is my favorite destination to visit again. Yeah, did my hot springs Osen too and love it. Next stop will be to Hokkaido, Nagoya and perhaps more places. Nice vlog.

[@jaks_bag_attack]

Thats an awesome vlog, thanks for bringing us with you

[@MelinMelbourne]

Thanks so much for watching hun! I'm so glad you enjoyed it! Xx

[@southflorida602]

Definitely taking notes after watching this video as this looked like a perfect getaway. Loved that you showed us everything you ate. A great variety with small portions so you could try everything and not get overwhelmed.😄 I am sure you both walked it all off! You and your husband looked great in the traditional kimonos, too!😍

[@caroljadot6507]

Bonjour Mel , merci de nous faire partager votre magnifique voyage au Japon 🇯🇵, bien à vous 🤗💛 de la Belgique 🇧🇪

[@MelinMelbourne]

Bonjour Carol, thank you for always watching and commenting. It means so much and doesn’t go unnoticed. Much love xx

[@caroljadot6507]

@@MelinMelbourne 🤗💛

[@MissJIF]

Sugoi!!!😍😍😍 A Ryokan! And it had kotatsu and onsen omg! Styling for real. Food is the star at ryokan! Golden route stops you showed are fantastic, love the open air museum and bf loves the pirate ship🥰💕 Lifelong dream of visiting one day my ancestors' land. Wheelchair for distances is an issue, food allergies too. Some of the dishes you had can be made allergen-free though, I eat them at home:) That breakfast looks like a typical good country breakfast, but dinner looks like an incredible feast! Thank you so much for posting this❤

[@silver_tears9225]

Wow Mel, that trip looks wonderful! I have always admired Japanese Culture (& the people ✅💖 🙌🏻 they have always been true to their traditions. It’s amazing 🤩 if u don’t mind me asking, hm did u spend for that trip to Hokane ❓❔❓ ☺️

[@caseyt608]

Hi Mel, loving the denim jeans!! May you please share the local boutique you got it from and the brand? The fit is amazing

[@kaylheecarroll3186]

Love Japan ❤️ 😊

[@MelinMelbourne]

@@kaylheecarroll3186 it was such a great trip 😍

[@kaylheecarroll3186]

@MelinMelbourne that's great

[@andyp6913]

How great to see the real Japan !! Reminds me of James Bond you only live twice 😀x

[@samanthamp4425]

This place looks so cool! I am deffs not an adventurous eater so I’d struggle with that aspect lol

[@MelinMelbourne]

It is super cool and so authentic. 😍 They do cater for vegetarians and can alter the menu for dietary requirements but totally get that some of the food isn’t for everyone. Thanks so much for watching lovely xx

[@missy1607]

I like the casual baggy jeans and cropped top outfit you had on. It's very street style and looks very chic on you!

[@yangmind]

Hello Mel, I'm from japan. I'm happy that you enjoyed your time here. I'm living in nagoya and been to the places you went here and hakone too. I just hoped that I had met you accidentally while you were here.😅😅

[@MelinMelbourne]

We loved Japan so much! I’m so glad we went to Nagoya and Hakone as I’ve never been before. Aww it would have been lovely to meet you, if you ever see me around pls don’t hesitate to say hi xx

[@yangmind]

@MelinMelbourne yes, I would love to talk to you. Thank you for replying. I hope you will visit ghibli park next time. If you are a fan of ghibli movie.😄😄

[@CherylMorgan-o5x]

Thank you for this vlog. My girlfriend insisted we visit Hakone on our girls trip to Japan,

[@MelinMelbourne]

My pleasure Cheryl, oh you girls are going to have the best time. When are you going? Xx

[@conniedaniels4739]

VERY interesting! I remember losing lots of weight during my visit. Not my kind of cuisine but I enjoyed watching you both eat.

[@MelinMelbourne]

Thanks so much for watching Connie. which cities did you visit? Xx

[@conniedaniels4739]

@MelinMelbourne short visit to Tokyo and Kyoto on the way from China where I also got skinny!

[@gwenie77able]

Great and fish food and fish 🎉😊😊😊😊😊

[@MelinMelbourne]

The food was soooo good!! 😋

[@ameiyao7234]

Hi Mel! What’s the name of this ryokan/onsen? Thank you!

[@eliopearlman1309]

The jeans look great on you.

[@DonnieBrockman-b8w]

Ff.