HAKONE JAPAN > THINGS TO DO > EVENTS & FESTIVALS

There are events and festivals in Hakone to enjoy throughout the year. Hakone has a long and interesting history reflected in the celebrations during the year. There are festivals and fireworks in summer, famous sporting events in the winter, and wonderful local festivals you can explore and enjoy. The local community is open and welcoming to have you visit, learn, and experience this special side of Japanese culture.

Hakone Geisha Event

Hakone is one of the most famous places to see and meet Geisha. There are events throughout the year to give visitors a chance to see, interact, and experience this amazing part of Japanese culture and history.

Procession of the Feudal Lord

Festival held on November 3rd

Hakone Summer Festival Week 2019

Hakone`s Kosui Festival starts soon! Hakone has a week of festivities centered around Lake Ashi and the historic Hakone Shrine. The Hakone Summer Festival Week will be held from 7/31 to 8/5. This is a week full of festivities, fireworks, food stalls, and live performances. Each evening there will be a fireworks event on the shores of Lake Ashi.

Daimonji Yaki

Mountainside fires signaling the spirits of our ancestors

Cherry Blossoms in Hakone

See the mountain Sakura, cherry blossoms along the river, and more during spring.

Kosui Festival

Fireworks, Food Stalls, Live music, and more to enjoy on the Lakeside

Photo touring Hakone Museums

Hiking

Hakone has mountain trails and views for everyone

Fishing

Enjoy the lake and rivers

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.

Yosegi Zaiku, Hakone Marquetry

Yosegi Zaiku is a special type of woodwork with origins in the mountains of Hakone. This craft has hundreds of years of history and is designated as a special craft of Japanese culture. This craft used different naturally colored wood layed out in intricate geometric patterns to make complex and beautiful designs.