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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 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.

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.

Tenzan Hot Springs

2018.12.13

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

EXPERIENCE HAKONE BY RICKSHAW

2018.10.04

Take a wonderful guided rickshaw tour of Hakone Yumoto

Hakone Travel Ideas

Hakone Yosegi Zaiku

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

Top 10 Things to Do in Hakone

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.

The Hakone Open Air Museum

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.

How to Onsen in Japan

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

Walking

Discover the beauty on foot

Hakone Shrine

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.

VISIT OWAKUDANI

Discover the streaming thermal volcanic vents in the heart of Hakone

Mt. Fuji and Hakone

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.