What to see and do in Hakone

What to visit in Hakone · art and Lake Ashi

• Hakone Open Air Museum
• Hakone Shrine Lake Ashi
• Lake Ashi Hakone Sightseeing cruise

PLACES AND EXPERIENCES

What to do in Hakone · art and Lake Ashi

museum

Hakone Open Air Museum

Modern and contemporary sculptures dialogue with the landscape of the Hakone mountains. The museum combines a large outdoor route with covered exhibition spaces.

Activities for your visit

• Explore the sculpture garden from the designated paths.
• Get to know the pavilions and open rooms according to the visit.

Tips for this place

• Wear comfortable shoes for a partially outdoor tour.
• The works and available rooms may change.

Book tickets ↗

English input channel linked by Hakone Open Air Museum. Confirm conditions and spaces included; Hakone's transportation and other museums are managed separately.

Reference sources and location

• Hakone Open Air Museum · Tickets

Orientative reference of the place; it does not indicate a gate, ticket office, pier or accessible route.

Reference coordinates: 35.244719, 139.051506.

Wikidata Hakone Open-Air Museum

heritage

Hakone Shrine Lake Ashi

Between cedar trees and the shores of Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine links forest paths, staircases and a waterside torii. The cult site and the Treasury museum are different visits.

Activities for your visit

• Know the paths and the general area of the sanctuary.
• Contemplate the lake's torii from the designated areas.

Tips for this place

• The torii can create waits for photos: follow the line and the rules.
• The Treasury and the ceremonies have their own conditions.

Check access ↗

The general visit to the sanctuary is free. The Treasury museum requires its own admission and the ceremonies are separate services; Check access routes and open areas.

Reference sources and location

• Hakone Shrine · Precinct and heritage

Orientative reference of the place; it does not indicate a gate, ticket office, pier or accessible route.

Reference coordinates: 35.203889, 139.025556.

Wikidata · Hakone Shrine

nature

Lake Ashi Hakone Sightseeing cruise

Hakone Sightseeing Cruise ships link ports on Lake Ashi, including Moto-Hakone, Hakone-machi and Tōgendai. It is an optional paid activity to contemplate the landscape from the water.

Activities for your visit

• Choose a crossing between the ports of the lake.
• Observe the landscape and the torii from the boat according to the route and visibility.

Tips for this place

• Confirm port, direction, return and operation status.
• If you have a compatible pass, check its inclusions before purchasing another ticket.

Buy on mobile ↗

Purchase and use of the EMot ticket from a smartphone; Does not work on PC or tablet. Choose a single route or round trip. It is also sold at the port ticket office; It does not reserve a seat nor does it automatically include a special cabin or other transportation.

Reference sources and location

• Odakyu Hakone Lake Ashi Cruise

Indicative location of the lake, not a boarding point. Confirm the port and route on your ticket.

Reference coordinates: 35.21167, 139.00389.

Wikidata Lake Ashi

A PROPOSAL TO ORGANIZE YOURSELF

2-day Hakone itinerary · art and Lake Ashi

1. Day 1

   Sculptures in the mountain

   Dedicate the visit to the museum and combine the outdoor garden and equipped rooms.

2. Day 2

   Ashi Shrine and Lake

   Visit the sanctuary and, if you wish, choose a boat with a confirmed departure and return port.

Tips for visiting Hakone · art and Lake Ashi

• The museum, the lake and the sanctuary are not a single venue or a walking tour.
• Check the services included in any pass before repeating your boat purchase.

LOCAL FLAVORS

What to eat in Hakone · art and Lake Ashi

From sushi to Osaka snacks: six preparations to discover Japanese flavors. Photos show actual versions for reference; Each region and restaurant brings its own variations.

Japan · Vinegar rice and variety

Sushi

Lightly vinegary rice combined with fish, seafood, eggs or vegetables, raw or cooked. Nigiri and maki are two of its best-known presentations.

Reference: JNTO · Guide to sushi in Japan

Japan · Broths and noodles

Ramen

Noodles in broth with styles such as shio, shoyu, miso or tonkotsu. Recipes and accompaniments change by region and restaurant; The photo shows a shoyu version.

Reference: JNTO · Ramen Guide

Japan · Light batter

Tempura

Fried fish, seafood or vegetables with a thin and crispy batter. It can be enjoyed as its own dish or with rice and noodles.

Reference: JNTO · Japanese Cuisine Guide

Japan Buckwheat noodles

Soba

Buckwheat noodles, with different proportions of flour depending on the preparation. In the zaru soba version they are served cold, separated from the dipping sauce.

Reference: JNTO Japanese Noodle Guide