Photo touring Hakone Museums

Explore Owakudani

After a brief closure to ensure the safety of visitors, Owakudani is now open again. You can visit and get close to the famed steaming vents of Owakudani in reserved groups from March 28, 2022.

HAKONE BOTANICAL GARDEN

This unique botanical garden, which display most of the aquatic plants seen in japanese wetlands, was first established in 1976. The botanical garden is located in Hakone-Sengokuhara, 650m (2,200 feet ) above sea level.

Hakone-en Cottage West

The Best of Hakone

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.

BEST DAY TRIPS FROM TOKYO

Discover where the best places to visit around Tokyo are

HAKONE・FUJISAN BUS

～Shuttle bus connecting the best views of Hakone and Mt. Fuji～

History of Hot Springs in Japan

Hakone is well known for the abundance of hot springs in the area, also known as onsen. Japanese people have loved hot springs since ancient times. This is because onsen heals the body and soul. In this article, we will discuss the relationship between hot springs and the Japanese people, and introduce the beauty and anti-aging benefits of hot springs.