Motohakone Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Ashigarashimo showing railway items
Ashigarashimo
Ashigarashimo
Motohakone
Hakone Shrine

Popular places to visit

Hakone Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship as well as a small group of people

Hakone Shrine

Walk up a cedar-lined path dotted with lanterns to see Hakone’s most famous Shinto shrine, standing between the shores of Lake Ashi and the peak of Mount Hakone.

Hakone Shrine
Ōwakudani

Ōwakudani

Explore the great outdoors at Ōwakudani and enjoy the hot springs during your trip to Hakone. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this culturally rich area.

Ōwakudani
Hakone Komagatake Ropeway

Hakone Komagatake Ropeway

Learn about the local history of Hakone when you take a trip to Hakone Komagatake Ropeway. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Hakone Komagatake Ropeway
Hakone-en Aquarium

Hakone-en Aquarium

Take the family to visit the sea life at Hakone-en Aquarium during your holiday to Hakone. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Hakone-en Aquarium
Narukawa Art Museum

Narukawa Art Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Narukawa Art Museum during your travels in Hakone. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Narukawa Art Museum

Kuzuryu Shrine

After visiting Kuzuryu Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hakone. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Kuzuryu Shrine

Activities

Tokyo Mount Fuji and Hakone Highlights Small Group Day Trip

Tokyo Mount Fuji and Hakone Highlights Small Group Day Trip

AU$142
per adult
Tokyo Mount Fuji and Hakone Highlights Small Group Day Trip
Hakone Day Tour with Lake Ashi cruise & Ohwakudani From Shinjuku

Shared Bus Tour Gotemba Premium Outlets Tokyo

AU$187
per adult
Shared Bus Tour Gotemba Premium Outlets Tokyo
Hakone's Best Hot Springs & Scenic Lake Ashi Cruise from Tokyo

Hakone Hot Springs & Lake Ashi Cruise Day Trip from Tokyo

AU$918
per traveller
Hakone Hot Springs & Lake Ashi Cruise Day Trip from Tokyo
Private Fuji Hakone Tour Charter with English Speaking Driver

Private Fuji Hakone Tour Charter with English Speaking Driver

AU$593
per traveller
Private Fuji Hakone Tour Charter with English Speaking Driver
Private Customizable Tour in Hakone

Private Customizable Tour in Hakone

AU$869
per traveller
Private Customizable Tour in Hakone
Half Day Forest Bathing in Hakone Geopark

Hike Japan Heritage Hakone Hachiri (Half Day)

AU$358
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hike Japan Heritage Hakone Hachiri (Half Day)
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Our pick of the best Motohakone Hotel Deals

The Prince Hakone Lake Ashinoko

The Prince Hakone Lake Ashinoko

4 out of 5
144 Moto-hakone, Hakone, Kanagawa-ken
The price is AU$398 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$398
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hakone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (793 reviews)
"Amazing place by the lake with excellent views. Room was a good size with a sofa and a balcony overlooking the lake. Very peaceful, near the two gondolas and Hakone Shrine."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

The Prince Hakone Lake Ashinoko
YuYu Hakone - Private Open Air Onsen Usage Guaranteed

YuYu Hakone - Private Open Air Onsen Usage Guaranteed

3 out of 5
Motohakone 159-22, Hakone, Kanagawa
The price is AU$213 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$213
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Stay at this 3-star ryokan in Hakone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lake Ashi and Hakone Kowakien Yunessun are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (113 reviews)
"great staff, great room, showers are a shared space"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2025

YuYu Hakone - Private Open Air Onsen Usage Guaranteed
Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori

Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori

3.5 out of 5
160 Motohakone Togendai, Ashigarashimo-gun, Hakone, Kanagawa-ken
The price is AU$498 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$498
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Hakone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,313 reviews)
"A beautiful hotel in Hakone overviewing the lake. Great variety for the breakfast & dinner buffet."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
RakutenSTAY FUJIMITERRACE HakoneAshinoko

RakutenSTAY FUJIMITERRACE HakoneAshinoko

4 out of 5
Mitsutani 2-2, Hakone, Kanagawa
The price is AU$709 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$709
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Hakone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and furnished balconies. Popular attractions Lake Ashi and Hakone Kowakien Yunessun ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (243 reviews)
"The private onsen and the mt Fuji view was unbelievable! Right by a bus stop and a convenience store right across the street. Very spacious, 10/10 would highly recommend"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

RakutenSTAY FUJIMITERRACE HakoneAshinoko
Ryuguden

Ryuguden

4 out of 5
139 Motohakone, Hakone, Kanagawa-ken
The price is AU$673 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
AU$673
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Stay at this 4-star spa ryokan in Hakone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Lake Ashi and Hakone Kowakien Yunessun are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (267 reviews)
"The staff were exceptional! Professional and had paid attention to detail. Onsen was such an experience!! Very clean facilities, amenities were amazing, well kept hotel despite its history. Definitely avail for the free shuttle bus from Odawara station in Hakone to your hotel and back but make sure ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Ryuguden
HESTA Hakone

HESTA Hakone

2.5 out of 5
Motohakone 159-205, Hakone-cho, Hakone, Kanagawa
The price is AU$85 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
AU$85
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Stay at this guesthouse in Hakone. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and slippers. Popular attractions Lake Ashi and Hakone Kowakien Yunessun are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (129 reviews)
"A really nice hotel with really helpful staff. The rooms were a great size, with comfortable beds and private bathroom. For the price I highly recommend staying here if you are in the area"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

HESTA Hakone
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Other neighbourhoods around Motohakone

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Ashinoyu

Visitors to Ashinoyu like its restaurants and golf courses, and Hakone Yunohana Golf Course is a sight worth a stop.

Ashinoyu
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Kowakudani

While you're in Kowakudani, take in top sights like Chisuji Falls and jump on the metro at Kowakidani Station to see more of the city.

Kowakudani
Hakone Open Air Museum featuring a monument and a statue or sculpture as well as an individual female

Ninohira

If you're spending some time in Ninohira, Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and Hakone Open Air Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Ninohira
Gora featuring signage and street scenes

Gora

4.5/5(42 area reviews)

Gora is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Hakone Gora Park and Ōwakudani while in the area.

Gora
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Hakajuku

While visiting Hakajuku, you might make a stop by sights like Hakone Stone‐Paved Road and Hiryu Falls.

Hakajuku
Hakone which includes a gondola

Sengokuhara

Unique features of Sengokuhara include the hot springs and mountain views. Make a stop by Sengokuhara Susuki Prairie or Sengokuhara Onsen while you're exploring the area.

Sengokuhara

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