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A cruise on the lake with pirate ships offers stunning views of Mount Fuji and the floating torii gate.
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Plan a free trip to HakoneUpdated: 2026-08-08
Hakone is a mountainous resort town famous for its breathtaking natural beauty, relaxing hot springs, and stunning views of Mount Fuji. It's an ideal destination for a peaceful escape from the city, offering a blend of culture, nature, and relaxation.
Things to do in Hakone include Lake Ashi, Hakone-jinja Heiwa-no-Torii, Hakone Open-Air Museum. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.
A cruise on the lake with pirate ships offers stunning views of Mount Fuji and the floating torii gate.
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An iconic red torii gate standing in Lake Ashi, a popular photo spot with Mount Fuji views.
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A unique museum showcasing modern art and sculpture in a beautiful natural setting, with interactive installations for children.
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A ride on the ropeway offers spectacular panoramic views of the lake, Mount Fuji, and the volcanic Owakudani valley.
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An active volcanic valley with hot springs, fumaroles, and black eggs cooked in volcanic steam.
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A beautiful Shinto shrine located on the shore of Lake Ashi, with an impressive red torii gate in the water.
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Hakone is a town in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 October 2023, the city had a population of 10,965, and total area of 92.82 km2 (35.84 sq mi).
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An impressive museum showcasing a collection of Western and Japanese art, including Impressionist works.
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An accurate reconstruction of an Edo-period road checkpoint, showcasing daily life and security of that era.
Plan HakoneA reconstruction of a historic Edo period checkpoint, showcasing the life and customs of that era.
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Beautiful Susuki grass fields that change with the seasons, especially stunning in autumn.
Plan HakoneHere is what 3 days in Hakone look like when the planner builds them: stops grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, one full day at a time. The same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.
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Build your own itineraryLake Ashi, Hakone-jinja Heiwa-no-Torii, Hakone Open-Air Museum, Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani Valley, Hakone Shrine and 9 more. Lake Ashi: A cruise on the lake with pirate ships offers stunning views of Mount Fuji and the floating torii gate.
Day 1: Lake Ashi, Hakone Jinja Shrine. Day 2: Hakone Open-Air Museum, Hakone Museum of Photography, Hakone Kowakien Yunessun, Tenzan Tōjigō. Day 3: Pola Museum of Art, Great Boiling Valley.
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