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Tattoos up to about A4 size

Hakone · Gora

Gora Kadan

Region: Hakone, Gora
Private bath: some rooms2 Kadan suites and 4 rooms with an open-air bath
Spring water in room bath: not stated
Private hire bath: private bath 40 min free of charge, straight from the source
Fuji view: not stated
Tattoos: with conditions
Meals: kaiseki in your room or in the restaurant
Vegetarian: on requestvia form up to 3 days ahead
Children: no age limit
Getting there: free shuttle on call from Gora station, about 5 min
Rooms: not stated; View on Trip.comAvailability checked on 27 Oct 2026 · not bookable on Booking.com

Symbolic image: Fountain in Gora Park. Photo: 663highland, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons

About the inn

Gora Kadan occupies a former summer residence of a branch of the imperial family and is a member of Relais & Châteaux. Besides the room baths there is a private bath that is free for 40 minutes, plus a pool and spa.

Small tattoos up to about A4 size are allowed in the bath; for larger ones the inn asks you to use the private bath. Gora Kadan is currently not bookable on Booking.com, so we link to Trip.com.

Tattoo rule in the inn’s words

„Small fashion tattoos, up to approximately A4 size, are permitted. For larger tattoos, we kindly ask that you use the private bath.“
the inn’s FAQ (PDF) · www.gorakadan.com

Frequently asked questions

Does Gora Kadan have a private onsen in the room?

Yes, but only some rooms. 2 Kadan suites and 4 rooms with an open-air bath. Private hire bath: private bath 40 min free of charge, straight from the source.

Can I bathe at Gora Kadan with tattoos?

Public bath: with conditions. The inn’s FAQ (PDF).

Does Gora Kadan serve vegetarian food?

On request. Via form up to 3 days ahead.

How do I get to Gora Kadan?

Free shuttle on call from Gora station, about 5 min.