↓↓↓ READ DESCRIPTION ↓↓↓ Reporters travel across Japan, discovering the charms of each place they visit. Today's destination: Hakone and Izu, Charles Glover explores classic hotels and their world-class services. Mt. Fuji was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013. Hakone and Izu are popular resorts near the majestic mountain. Our reporter, American actor Charles Glover, enjoys historical hotels in the area that offers world-class service and cuisine. He savors the serene beauty of a traditional tatami guest room and relaxes in an open-air onsen hot spring surrounded by nature. Matsuzakaya Inn This hotel has the oldest existing building in Hakone. You can enjoy the exquisite Japanese rooms with a formal garden view. www.matsuzakaya1662.com/ Antique Shop Yamatoya This venerable antique shop has long served customers from overseas. It specializes in pottery, porcelain, lacquer ware and ukiyo-e prints. www.miyanoshita.com/yamatoya/index.html Fujiya Hotel Fujiya Hotel is one of Japan's most classic hotels. The main building has not changed much since its construction in 1891. It is worth visiting alone for viewing its ornate woodcarvings and antique furnishings. www.fujiyahotel.jp/en/index.html Yumotokan Inn The secluded inn, situated along a river, has a structure built more than 100 years ago. The Nobel laureate Yasunari Kawabata stayed here for extended periods to work on his novels. www.yumotokan-izu.jp/ Lake Ashinoko Boat Ride Cruising is a great way to take in the natural beauty around Lake Ashinoko. When the weather is fine, you get impressive views of Mt. Fuji. Fare: 5000 yen Hakone Check Point The historic checkpoint on the Tokaido road, connecting present-day Tokyo and Kyoto has been faithfully restored. Life-size figures representing officials shed light on the customs of the Edo period (1603-1868). http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e5205.html For more information on Hakone, visit: http://www.hakonenavi.jp/english/ This program was running June 26, Thu. 2014 *This program was first broadcast on July 2, Tue. 2013 All rights belongs to NHK (Japan Broadcasting Corporation) It's just for fan purpose. It's impossible to watch it anywhere after it finish so people who missed it can watch it.

• published: 26 Jun 2014
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