Motohakone Travel Guide

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Hakone Shrine

4.5/5(22 reviews)

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
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Ōwakudani

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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
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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
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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
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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
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Kuzuryu Shrine

Learn about the local history of Hakone with a stop at Kuzuryu Shrine. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Kuzuryu Shrine

Activities

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Private Mt Fuji, Hakone and Tokyo Tour-English Speaking Chauffeur

AU$766
Per adult
Private Mt Fuji, Hakone and Tokyo Tour-English Speaking Chauffeur
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Half Day Forest Bathing in Hakone Geopark

AU$348
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half Day Forest Bathing in Hakone Geopark
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Private Day Trip Hakone and Mt Fuji from Tokyo

AU$821
Per adult
Private Day Trip Hakone and Mt Fuji from Tokyo
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Easygoing Nature Walk in Hakone Tour

AU$70
Per adult
Easygoing Nature Walk in Hakone Tour
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Private Customizable Tour in Hakone

AU$845
Per adult
Private Customizable Tour in Hakone
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Private Hakone Tour with a Luxury Van

AU$895
Per adult
Private Hakone Tour with a Luxury Van
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Our pick of the best Motohakone Hotel Deals

Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
3.5 out of 5
160 Motohakone Togendai, Ashigarashimo-gun, Hakone, Kanagawa-ken
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,166 reviews)
"Loved it here! The food was great, we and our children loved the onsen and wearing the samue and yukata. Great walks, lake and cable car on the doorstep."

Reviewed on 25 Oct. 2024

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Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
RakutenSTAY FUJIMITERRACE HakoneAshinoko
RakutenSTAY FUJIMITERRACE HakoneAshinoko
4 out of 5
Mitsutani 2-2, Hakone, Kanagawa
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Hakone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and furnished balconies. Popular attractions Lake Ashi and Hakone Kowakien Yunessun ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
"This place was the highlight of our trip to Japan. We had 4 adults and 4 children with us. It was amazing! Very close to the bus stop and 7/11 was 24hrs. Would definitely come back in the future. Received email 24hra hours before with the code to get into the building and room. We had no issues."

Reviewed on 23 Oct. 2024

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RakutenSTAY FUJIMITERRACE HakoneAshinoko
The Prince Hakone Lake Ashinoko
The Prince Hakone Lake Ashinoko
4 out of 5
144 Moto-hakone, Hakone, Kanagawa-ken
The price is AU$457 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
AU$457
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
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! (692 reviews)
"The staff was exceptional. Kou was especially helpful. The gardens and lake are beautiful and on a clear day you could see Mt Fuji."

Reviewed on 21 Oct. 2024

The Prince Hakone Lake Ashinoko
HESTA Hakone
HESTA Hakone
2.5 out of 5
Motohakone 159-205, Hakone-cho, Hakone, Kanagawa
Stay at this guesthouse in Hakone. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and slippers. Popular attractions Lake Ashi and Hakone Kowakien Yunessun are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (74 reviews)
"Quiet place but kind of remote, a decent walk to get down to the Lake. The facility has no elevator but is only two floors. Most of the restaurants in the area close early and the hotel doesn’t have a Cafeteria / Restaurant, just vending machines and a concession stand."

Reviewed on 24 Oct. 2024

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HESTA Hakone
Ryuguden
Ryuguden
3.5 out of 5
139 Motohakone, Hakone, Kanagawa-ken
The price is AU$909 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$909
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star spa ryokan in Hakone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Lake Ashi and Hakone Kowakien Yunessun ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (237 reviews)
"Fantastic views, it is isolated from the town but in a very scenic area close to the lake and ropeway. The staff was incredibly good. A pleasant and relaxing stay. The room was beautiful and had great atmosphere"

Reviewed on 24 Oct. 2024

Ryuguden
Hakone Shichifukuso
Hakone Shichifukuso
2.5 out of 5
159-71 Motohakone, Hakone, Kanagawa
The price is AU$222 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$222
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this ryokan in Hakone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and slippers. Popular attractions Lake Ashi and Hakone Kowakien Yunessun are located nearby.
7.8/10 Good! (27 reviews)
"The property is very safe and quiet. We can see Mount Fuji from the balcony. There are some very good traditional Japanese restaurants around this area, we tried several of them, we experienced the Japanese culture and delicious food at the same time. The hotel’s hot spring is very good, especially ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2024

Hakone Shichifukuso
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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
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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 Hakone Museum of Art while in the area.

Gora
Hakone showing 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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Miyanoshita

4/5(8 area reviews)

Gardens, restaurants and hot springs highlight some of the notable features of Miyanoshita. Make a stop by Taikoyu while you're exploring.

Miyanoshita

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