Hakone (箱根) is a mountainous area located in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, about 80 kilometers southwest of Tokyo. It is known for its natural hot springs, scenic beauty, and historic sites, making it a popular destination for both Japanese and international tourists.
One of the main attractions in Hakone is the Hakone Open-Air Museum, which features a collection of modern and contemporary sculptures in a beautiful outdoor setting. Another popular attraction is the Hakone Shrine, a Shinto shrine located on the shores of Lake Ashinoko and surrounded by beautiful forested hills.
Hakone is also known for its hot springs, or onsen, which are scattered throughout the area. The hot springs are said to have therapeutic properties and are a popular way to relax and unwind.
One of the most iconic features of Hakone is the view of Mount Fuji from Lake Ashinoko. Visitors can take a boat ride on the lake or take the Hakone Ropeway, a cable car that offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
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Getting there
By Train
Odakyu Romance Car:
From Shinjuku Station to Hakone-Yumoto Station
Journey time: 85 minutes
Cost: 2,470 yen
Regular Odakyu trains:
From Shinjuku Station to Hakone-Yumoto Station
Journey time: About 2 hours (transfer at Odawara)
Cost: 1,270 yen
Shinkansen:
From Tokyo or Shinagawa Station to Odawara Station
From Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Hakone Togendai
Journey time: About 2 hours 25 minutes
Cost: Around 2,000 yen
Departs every 30-60 minutes
By Car
Drive time from Tokyo: About 1 hour 25 minutes
Parking available at various locations in Hakone
Attractions in Hakone
Hakone Glass no MoriHakone Glass no Mori (箱根ガラスの森美術館), or the Hakone Venetian Glass Museum, is a beautiful glass museum and garden located in the Hakone area of Japan....
Hakone CheckpointThe Hakone Checkpoint (箱根関所), also known as the Hakone Sekisho, is a historic checkpoint located in the town of Hakone, Japan. It was established in the ...
Gora ParkGora Park (強羅公園) is a beautiful park located in the Gora area of Hakone, Japan. The park was originally created in 1914 as a botanical garden, and it has...
Gotemba Outlet MallGotemba Premium Outlet Mall (御殿場プレミアム・アウトレット) is a popular shopping destination located in Gotemba, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. It is one of t...
Hakone Yumoto OnsenHakone Yumoto Onsen (箱根湯本温泉) is a hot spring resort located in Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the oldest and most renowned hot spring...
Hakone RopewayThe Hakone Ropeway (箱根ロープウェイ) is a scenic aerial lift located in the Hakone area of Japan. It connects the towns of Sounzan and Togendai, offering br...
Hakone Open-Air MuseumThe Hakone Open-Air Museum (彫刻の森美術館) is a large outdoor sculpture park and museum located in the Hakone area of Japan. It is known for its impressive ...
OwakudaniOwakudani (大涌谷) is a volcanic valley located in the Hakone area of Japan. It is known for its unique landscape, which includes bubbling sulfur vents, hot ...
Komagatake RopewayThe Komagatake Ropeway (箱根駒ヶ岳ロープウェー) is a popular tourist attraction in the Hakone area of Japan. It is a cable car system that connects Hakone-en...
Lake AshinokoLake Ashinoko (芦ノ湖), also known as Lake Ashi, is a crater lake located in the Hakone area of Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. The lake was formed in the calder...
Hakone ShrineHakone Shrine (箱根神社), also known as Hakone Jinja, is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. The shrine is situated on...
Pampas Grass FieldThe Pampas Grass Field (仙石原すすき草原), located in Sengokuhara, a district of Hakone town in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, is a breathtaking natural attract...
Hakone Tozan RailwayThe Hakone Tozan Railway (箱根登山鉄道) is a scenic train line that runs between Odawara and Gora, located in the Hakone area of Japan. It is known for its p...
Choanji TempleChoanji Temple (長安寺) is a Buddhist temple of the Soto Zen sect located in the Sengokuhara area of the town of Hakone, nestled in the mountains of Kanagawa...
Odawara CastleOdawara Castle (小田原城) is a historic castle located in the city of Odawara, in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. The castle served as the seat of power for the ...
Hakone Sightseeing CruiseThe Hakone Sightseeing Cruise (箱根観光船) is a popular tourist attraction located in the Hakone region of Japan, known for its natural beauty and hot spring...
