Hakone Attractions

Lake Ashinoko is a stunning crater lake surrounded by natural beauty, with views of Mount Fuji. Enjoy scenic cruises, peaceful shores, and breathtaking landscapes, perfect for a relaxing retreat in Hakone.

Hakone Onsen offers a serene retreat with over a dozen natural hot springs. Enjoy relaxing baths in public bathhouses or ryokan, surrounded by stunning landscapes, for the ultimate rejuvenating experience.

The Hakone Tozan Railway offers a scenic 35-minute ride through a beautiful wooded valley, with charming stations and stunning views. Enjoy vibrant hydrangea blooms in June-July and magical evening rides!

Owakudani offers a unique volcanic landscape with steaming vents, hot springs, and bubbling pools. Enjoy stunning views of Mount Fuji and try the famous black eggs. Explore hiking trails and natural beauty!

Odawara Castle, built in the 15th century, offers a rich history and stunning views. Explore its samurai exhibits, ninja museum, and scenic cherry blossoms, making it a must-visit for history lovers.

Hakone Shrine offers scenic beauty with a lakefront torii gate, forested paths, and misty views. Ride the ropeway to Mototsumiya on Mount Hakone for more peaceful nature.

Hakone Open Air Museum offers a unique blend of art and nature with sculptures displayed on vast grounds. Enjoy works by Picasso and other artists, climb the Symphonic Sculpture, and relax at the foot bath.

Gotemba Premium Outlets, near Mount Fuji, offers 300 stores with fashion, electronics, and luxury items at discounted prices. Enjoy shopping, dining, a Ferris wheel, and even a hot spring bath!

Hakone Ropeway offers a scenic journey from Sounzan to Lake Ashinoko, passing Owakudani’s volcanic valley. Enjoy panoramic views of Mount Fuji and the lake, all covered by the Hakone Free Pass.

Gora Park, a beautiful Western-style landscape park in Hakone, offers stunning views, a French-style garden, and greenhouses. Enjoy hands-on activities at the Crafthouse, or relax at a teahouse.

Hakone Museum of Art, founded in 1952, showcases exquisite Japanese ceramics from ancient to Edo periods. Explore its moss garden, seasonal beauty, and serene Japanese landscape garden in Gora.

The POLA Museum of Art, nestled in a forest of 300-year-old beech trees, offers a stunning collection of modern and contemporary art, including works by Cezanne, Monet, Picasso, and Renoir.

Hakone Glass no Mori is a charming Italian-style museum with over 100 pieces of Venetian glassware. Explore the beautiful garden, enjoy live Italian music, and relax by the glass sculptures and pond.

Hakone Botanical Garden of Wetlands is a beautiful garden in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park. Explore over 1700 marsh and alpine plants. Visit in June for stunning daylilies and enjoy year-round beauty!

Hakone, once a vital checkpoint on the Tokaido, now features a reconstructed Hakone Checkpoint with gates, officer housing, and a lookout tower. Explore the old Tokaido trail and visit the Sekisho Museum.

Hakone Detached Palace, once a retreat for Japan’s Imperial Family, is now open to the public. Enjoy peaceful lake views and scenic walking trails in Onshi Hakone Park, with stunning views of Mount Fuji.

Hakone Komagatake Ropeway offers a stunning ride from Lake Ashinoko to Mount Komagatake’s summit. Enjoy panoramic views of Mount Fuji and a visit to Hakone Mototsumiya Shrine, with hiking trails nearby.

The Hakone Museum of Photography showcases stunning photos by local photographer Katsura Endo, including breathtaking images of Mount Fuji. Enjoy seasonal exhibits and a relaxing atmosphere with beautiful landscape photography.

Choanji Temple in Hakone, dating back to 1356, offers serene walking trails through lush woods and a historic cemetery. Explore its unique 200+ rakan statues and enjoy vibrant autumn foliage for a peaceful, reflective experience.

Sengokuhara Pampas Grass Field, located on Mount Hakone's west slope, offers stunning views of vast fields of pampas grass that shimmer golden in autumn. Enjoy the changing landscapes year-round.

Okada Museum of Art in Hakone showcases a stunning collection of East Asian art, from ancient ceramics to modern masterpieces. Enjoy beautiful artworks, a peaceful garden, and a relaxing foot bath café.

Narukawa Museum of Art in Hakone is a must-visit for nihonga enthusiasts. Enjoy beautiful traditional Japanese paintings, plus stunning views of Lake Ashinoko and Mount Fuji from the museum's panorama lounge.

Enoura Observatory, nestled in the hills near Odawara, blends contemporary art with stunning nature. Explore galleries, solstice-aligned architecture, and tranquil bamboo groves for a unique cultural escape.

Hakone Shrine Mototsumiya, located at the summit of Komagatake, offers stunning views of Lake Ashinoko and Mount Fuji. Reach it via the Hakone Komagatake Ropeway or scenic hiking trails for a peaceful, spiritual escape.

Hakone Green Plaza Hotel offers a serene escape with stunning Mount Fuji views from its outdoor baths. Just a short walk from Ubako Station, it’s the perfect spot to relax and soak in Hakone’s beauty

Hakone Kamon offers a relaxing onsen experience with stone and wood baths, ceramic tubs, and a sauna. Just minutes from Hakone Yumoto Station, it’s a perfect retreat to soak, unwind, and enjoy nature.

The Prince Hakone Lake Ashinoko Onsen offers a luxurious escape by the lake, with soothing hot springs, stunning views, and fine dining. Relax in nature or explore Hakone’s top sights from this serene retreat.

Tenzan is a peaceful onsen retreat at the foot of a wooded slope, featuring beautiful outdoor hot spring pools. Just a short walk from Oku-Yumoto Iriguchi, it’s perfect for relaxation and nature lovers.

Hakone Yuryo is a serene hot spring retreat in the forests of Hakone, with open-air baths, private onsen options, and stunning views. A free shuttle from Hakone Yumoto Station makes it easily accessible.

Yunosato Okada offers a serene onsen experience with outdoor pools surrounded by nature. Just a short shuttle ride from Yumoto Station, it’s the perfect spot to relax and unwind in Hakone’s beauty.

Kappa Tengoku, just a 5-minute walk from Yumoto Station, offers a rustic onsen experience in a peaceful natural setting. Enjoy outdoor baths and a nostalgic, authentic atmosphere away from the crowds.

Yumoto Fujiya Hotel, just across from Yumoto Station, offers relaxing onsen baths for non-staying guests. Enjoy peaceful indoor and outdoor baths in a central location, ideal for a calm, affordable escape.

Hotel Kowakien Yunessun in Hakone is a unique resort blending water park fun with hot spring relaxation. Enjoy themed pools in swimsuits at Yunessun or unwind in Mori No Yu’s tranquil baths.