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Hakone, Japan

Things to Do in Hakone

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

Most booked tours and tickets in Hakone

Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

4.8280 reviews6h
Private Hakone Half-day Car Tour with Hotel Pickup - Local Guide

Private Hakone Half-day Car Tour with Hotel Pickup - Local Guide

4.9102 reviews4h
Custom Private Tour in Hakone with a Certified Local Guide

Custom Private Tour in Hakone with a Certified Local Guide

5.0100 reviews7h
Private Tour - Hakone Day Trip! A Tour to Explore All Must-Sees!

Private Tour - Hakone Day Trip! A Tour to Explore All Must-Sees!

4.991 reviews7h 30m
Hakone Full-Day Customized Private Tour with Licensed Guide

Hakone Full-Day Customized Private Tour with Licensed Guide

4.970 reviews6h
Hike Japan Heritage Hakone Hachiri with certified mountain guide

Hike Japan Heritage Hakone Hachiri with certified mountain guide

5.063 reviews7h
Hakone Private Custom Tour: Mt. Fuji View, Nature & Shrine

Hakone Private Custom Tour: Mt. Fuji View, Nature & Shrine

4.852 reviews5h

Top sights in Hakone

  1. 1Lake Ashi
  2. 2Hakone Shrine
  3. 3Open-Air Museum
  4. 4Owakudani
  5. 5Mt. Fuji Views
  6. 6Hot Springs
  • Unrivaled Onsen Culture: Immerse yourself in Japan's quintessential hot spring tradition. Stay overnight in a traditional ryokan like Gora Kadan for a multi-course kaiseki meal and a private open-air bath, or hop between public onsens like Tenzan Tōji-kyo, each with unique mineral compositions and settings.
  • The Iconic Fuji & Lake Circuit: Experience the famous Hakone Round Course. Cruise Lake Ashi on a replica pirate ship for postcard views of Mt. Fuji framed by the torii gate of Hakone Shrine, then take the cable car over the volcanic valley of Owakudani, where the landscape feels otherworldly.
  • A Sanctuary for Art Lovers: Discover art in harmony with nature. The Hakone Open-Air Museum features works by Henry Moore and Picasso set against mountain backdrops, while the Okada Museum of Art houses an impressive collection of Asian ceramics and paintings in a serene, modern space.

Food and drink experiences in Hakone

Hakone Valley Hike, Forest Bathing and Wagashi shop (Half-day)

Hakone Valley Hike, Forest Bathing and Wagashi shop (Half-day)

5.03 reviews3h 30m
Supreme Sencha: Tea Ceremony & Making Experience in Hakone

Supreme Sencha: Tea Ceremony & Making Experience in Hakone

5.02 reviews2h

Day trips and outdoor activities from Hakone

Traverse Outer Rim of Hakone Caldera and Enjoy Onsen Hiking Tour

Traverse Outer Rim of Hakone Caldera and Enjoy Onsen Hiking Tour

5.035 reviews7h
Hakone Zen Walking Tour Following 1,000 Years of Footsteps

Hakone Zen Walking Tour Following 1,000 Years of Footsteps

4.815 reviews2h 30m

Hidden gems in Hakone

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Hakone Venetian Glass Museum (Hakone Garasunomori)

A beautiful museum and garden complex in Sengokuhara dedicated to Venetian glass art, featuring delicate chandeliers, sculptures, and historical pieces.

The Old Tokaido Road (Between Moto-Hakone and Hatajuku)

A preserved, stone-paved section of the historic highway that connected Edo and Kyoto, now a serene hiking trail through cedar forests.

Amazake Chaya Teahouse

A 400-year-old thatched-roof teahouse on the Old Tokaido Road, serving traditional amazake (a sweet, non-alcoholic fermented rice drink) and mochi.

Hakone Lalique Museum

A small, exquisite museum nestled in the forest near Gora, dedicated to the works of French glass artist René Lalique.

Onshi Hakone Park

A former imperial villa grounds located on a hill overlooking Lake Ashi and Mount Fuji, now a public park with classic Japanese gardens and walking paths.

Day trips from Hakone

Odawara

15 min by train from Hakone-Yumoto

The gateway castle town to Hakone, offering a dose of samurai history and a vibrant local market scene. It's a great contrast to Hakone's natural and resort-focused atmosphere.

The Izu Peninsula (Atami or Ito)

45-60 min by train from Odawara

Extend your onsen journey to the Pacific coast. Atami offers a more bustling, retro resort vibe with cliffside onsens, while Ito is a sprawling, traditional hot spring town.

Gotemba

40 min by bus from Togendai or Moto-Hakone

Primarily known for the massive Gotemba Premium Outlets with views of Mount Fuji, but also serves as an alternative base for climbing the mountain or exploring the Fuji Five Lakes region.

Plan your Hakone trip

Things to do in Hakone: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Hakone?+

Top sights include Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine, Open-Air Museum and Owakudani. Away from the crowds, try Hakone Venetian Glass Museum (Hakone Garasunomori) and The Old Tokaido Road (Between Moto-Hakone and Hatajuku).

What are the most popular tours in Hakone?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide (4.8 stars, 280 reviews); Private Hakone Half-day Car Tour with Hotel Pickup - Local Guide (4.9 stars, 102 reviews); Custom Private Tour in Hakone with a Certified Local Guide (5.0 stars, 100 reviews).

How much do tours in Hakone cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €35 and €272 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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