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What is there to eat in Hakone?

2020.02.18

What to eat in Hakone? There is a lot to eat in Hakone! Hakone is located in a wonderful area close to the sea and mountains so we have some tasty food and wonderful cuisine. The hotels and ryokan have wonderful meals for their guests, but if you are just in the area for a day trip these are some wonderful classic Japanese foodie options.

News and Event Guide for Hakone

2020.02.03

Hakone has so many things to offer. This is a seasonal newspaper to share the events and news of the area to visitors. Take a look, download, and enjoy!

Can I use the JR Railpass from Tokyo to Hakone?

2020.02.03

The JR Railpass is one of the most convenient tools to use during your trip to Japan. Here is how to use your JR Railpass to get to Hakone.

How to Onsen in Japan

2020.01.08

Your guide to using a hot spring in Japan. Learn how to onsen the Japanese way. Rules to enjoy the onsen, the traditional Japanese hot spring and that has been enjoyed for centuries, an truly unique Japanese experience

Hakone Weather and Seasons

2019.12.18

Hakone is a mountainous region just outside of Tokyo. Because of the wide range of elevation levels there are different features to the weather and climate throughout the year. Summers are cooler than the oppressive heat of Tokyo and in winter you have a good chance of seeing some snow. Here is a introduction into Hakone weather.

Winter in Hakone

2019.12.17

During the winter months there is a “Winter Illumination Project” being held throughout the Hakone area. This is the second year this even will be held at different locations throughout the Hakone area. The them for this year`s festivities is “lanterns”. Winter light displays can be found at museums, hotels, parks, and other open spaces in the area until February 29, 2020.

Here is a list of locations to enjoy the wonderful winter lights to add a bit or warmth and brightness to your stay in the Hakone area during the winter months.

Hakone Information Center

2019.12.10

The Hakone Ekiden

2019.11.18

Japan`s most watched and beloved sporting event is a race between Tokyo and Hakone. The Hakone Ekiden is a collegiate relay marathon race ran on January 2nd and 3rd.

Hakone Volcano

2019.10.30

Hakone is a place of natural beauty and geological marvels. The majority of Hakone is located with the walls of an ancient volcano with the dormant Owakudani area at the center of the area.

Hakone Daimyo Procession Event 10/3

2019.10.30

The Hakone Daimyo Gyoretsu is one of Hakone’s most popular events re-enacting the lavish processions of fuedal lords making their way to and from the capitol of Edo.

Hakone Typhoon Information

2019.10.15

Information is up to date as of October 31th 11:00am. Information about the typhoon damage to the Hakone area

Amazake Chaya

2019.10.08

This warm and historic teahouse serves the traditional amazake drink by the 13th generation of the same family in a wonderfully preserved building. Visit to feel the history and hospitality of Japan.

The Hakone Open Air Museum

2019.09.26

The Hakone Open Air Museum covers over 70,000 square feet and has one of the most impressive collection of sculptures and works of Pablo Picasso in the world with a beautiful backdrop of the Hakone mountains.

Hakone Yumoto

2019.08.18

Yumoto is the gateway to the Hakone area with the main train station and a wide variety of shops, restaurants, and accommodation.

The Komagatake Ropeway

2019.08.15

The Komagatake Ropeway is one of two ropeways in Hakone that takes you up one of Hakone`s highest peaks for views of Fuji, the Pacific Ocean, and a historical mountain top shrine.

The Fuijya Hotel in Hakone

2019.08.07

Visit one of Japan`s oldest and most historical hotels and add your name to a guestbook that includes Einstein, Keller, Chaplain, Lennon and more.

What is Hakone known for?

2019.07.25

Hakone is most famous for hot springs, traditional ryokan, rich nature, museums, and historical sites. Hakone is a mountainous area that lies on the the famous Tokaido Road connecting Tokyo and Kyoto. Hakone is easily accessibly from Tokyo by train.

Top 10 Things to Do in Hakone

2019.07.05

Hakone is a wonderful place to see and experience different activities. The history and culture of the area is a wonderful setting to discover much of Japan`s beauty. Many of the activities are cultural or take advantage of the natural beauty of the area. These are the best things to do in Hakone while you are here.

JR Railpass and Hakone

2019.06.10

The JR Railpass can help you get to Hakone. The Odakyu Freepass is your best option for the Hakone area, but the Japan Railpass can be convenient.

Hakone Day Trip or Overnight Stay?

2019.06.10

There are many things to experience in Hakone, but there are many things to do in Japan as well. Discover your best way to explore the Hakone area.

Top 10 Instagram Spots in Hakone

2019.06.06

Find and Discover some of the most popular Instagram photo spots in Hakone..and even Japan! Here is a list of the top places in Hakone to snap and post

Hiking in Hakone

2019.06.06

Hakone has many hiking trails with different lengths and levels of difficulty. Each Hakone trail has a wonderful story and abundant natural sites to see along the way. Hakone has just released an English hiking map available at local stations and information centers.

A Hakone Modern Ryokan, Kitanokase Saryou

2019.04.04

In the Highlands of Sengokuhara, Kitanokaze Saryou is a modern ryokan combining the aesthetics of Japanese design, world class hospitality, and the influence of an living art space.

The Hakone Ekiden Museum

2019.04.04

The Hakone Ekiden is one of Japan`s most popular sporting events. The collegiate relay race takes runners from Tokyo to Hakone and back over two days.

The Hakone Ropeway

2019.03.24

The Hakone Ropeway takes you up the central Hakone mountains to the steaming vents of Owakudani. Use the ropeway to get between Gora Station and Togendai on the shores of Lake Ashi.

Lake Ashi in Hakone

2019.03.24

Lake Ashi is at the center of the Hakone area. There are historic site, famous temples, tasty found, and more to be found along the shores. The views of Mt. Fuji over Lake Ashi are famous as well.

Hakone Cherry Blossoms

2019.03.23

It is spring and time for cherry blossoms. Hakone has many wonderful sports to view the beauty of the cherry blossoms in 2019. The various altitudes in the Hakone area give you a longer window of time to see the beautiful flowers. From the traditional roads of Yumoto to the trees around Lake Ashi, Hakone has cherry blossoms throughout the area.

Top Things to Do in Hakone

2019.03.19

Hakone is a wonderful area to explore and experience. There are many historical sites, cultural activities, outdoor wonders, and more in the area. Hakone is one of Japan`s most popular destinations for it`s museums, nature, and history. There are many things to do in Hakone and we invite you to discover more.

Hakone Yosegi Zaiku

2019.03.01

Hakone`s Hatajuku Yosegi Zaiku ia a traditional local craft dating back to the Edo period of Japan.

Hakone Art Museums

2019.02.13

Hakone is well known throughout Japan as an area with many art museums. The wide collection of museums gives any visitor a choice of wonderful places to learn, feel, and experience the art of Japan and the world.

Hakone Shrine

2019.02.11

Hakone Shrine is one of the most popular destinations in the area. The shrine has a history of more than 1000 years. The shrine has been popular with samurai, celebrities, and travelers for centuries. Come visit and experience the culture and history of Japan.

Where to stay in Hakone?

2019.02.11

Hakone is a resort hot spring area in Western Kanagawa with many options for accommodation. Choose your preferred location, type of accommodation, and desired price range. Then contact us for recommendations! Experience more on an overnight trip.

Hakone Checkpoint, Sekisho

2019.02.06

See and feel the history of the samurai age. The Hakone Sekishou is a reconstructed checkpoint used to control the flow of people and control Japan under the Tokugawa Shogunate.

Day Trip Hot Springs

2019.01.30

Hakone is one of the best and most popular places to enjoy hot springs in Japan. There are many wonderful hotels and ryokan with onsen to enjoy, but there are also many beautiful places to enjoy during a day trip or for those looking to get many different experiences during their time here.

Mt. Fuji and Hakone

2019.01.29

Hakone is right next to Hakone. Access to the beautiful mountain is easy by car or bus and there are amazing spots to see Fuji from the peaks of Hakone. Visiting Fuji is one of the most popular things to do in Hakone.

Sengokuhara, the Highlands of Hakone

2019.01.14

Sengokuhara is the large highland valley near Lake Ashi. This area is famous for museums, resorts, golfing, and access to the Mt. Fuji area.

What is a Ryokan?

2019.01.10

A Ryokan is a Japanese traditional inn. Sometimes modern and sometimes with a history of hundreds of years. A stay in a ryokan during your time in Japan is an amazing experience

Hakone Attractions

2019.01.04

Discover things to do and activities in the Hakone area. Hakone has attractions for a day visit or an overnight stay to make your visit to Japan a memorable one.

Winter Illumnations in Hakone

2018.12.28

Celebrate the festive time of year with beautiful winter illuminations throughout the Hakone area. There are different museums and locations where you can see the wonderful lights during the winter season.

Hakone Winter Fireworks

2018.12.28

Welcome the New Year in Japan with a visit to Hakone Shrine

Tenzan Hot Springs

2018.12.13

A wonderful day use onsen in Hakone for those looking for a traditional and refined atmosphere.

Photo touring Hakone Museums

2018.11.28

Hiking Hakone`s Kintoki Mountain

2018.11.26

Hakone Day Trip Part 2

2018.11.25

Continue our exploration of Hakone from Owakudani down to Lake Ashi and back to Yumoto

A Hakone Day Trip Part 1

2018.11.25

A day trip to Hakone is one of the best ways to spend a day outside Tokyo. An overnight trip is the best way to see the area, but you can get all the highlights in one day!