Kowakudani Travel Guide
Hakone
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Popular places to visit
Chisuji Falls
Explore the great outdoors at Chisuji Falls and enjoy the hot springs during your trip to Hakone. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this culturally rich area.
Okada Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Okada Museum of Art during your trip to Hakone. Discover the mountain views and hot springs in this relaxing area.
Lake Ashi
Stroll around a section of this lake or sail across it on a pirate ship and, if you’re lucky, you might see a clear view of Mount Fuji rising up in the distance.
Hakone Kowakien Yunessun
Enjoy the rides and games at Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and see why people love this theme park in Hakone. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.
Hakone Open Air Museum
Spend a day spotting artworks and strolling along the gentle hills and lush lawns at this peaceful garden gallery on a scenic railway route.
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.
Things to do
Japan Exclusive Day Tour : Atami Fireworks
Tokyo Day Tour in Mt. Fuji, Lake Ashi Cruise and Owakudani Cable
Mount Fuji Hakone Shrine or Onsen Atami Fireworks Show Day Trip
Tokyo Mount Fuji and Hakone Highlights Small Group Day Trip
Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Trip From Tokyo with Bullet Train Option
Mount Fuji Shopping Day Tour with Hakone Pirate Ship and Ropeway
Top hotels in Kowakudani
Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan
Our stay here was magical. The staff were attentive and helpful. The area was so beautiful and peaceful surrounded by forest. The public onsen was empty both times we used it so actually quite private and so relaxing!! The hotel were so kind and decorated our room for our honeymoon. The food was ...
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Rakuten STAY TERRACE Hakone Kowakudani
My room was absolutely stunning. Cleanliness 10/10. Check in was a breeze. The room was so spacious the outdoor patio had a footbath, grass area, bbq and outside table. The room was equipped with absolutely every single thing you needed, it even had a telescope! The best thing was the fully equipped ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Mizunoto
Lovely
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Hotel Mt. Fuji
Everything is excellent
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hakone Kowakien TEN-YU
Rooms are very comfortable and clean. Onsen is amazing, beautiful gardens. Only drawback is that if don't eat at the restaurant not much close by and nothing else at the hotel.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Hotel Indigo Hakone Gora by IHG
Wonderful room and service.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kowakudani
Ninohira
If you're spending some time in Ninohira, Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and Hakone Open Air Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Ashinoyu
Visitors to Ashinoyu like its restaurants and golf courses, and Hakone Yunohana Golf Course is a sight worth a stop.
Miyanoshita
Gardens, restaurants and hot springs highlight some of the notable features of Miyanoshita. Make a stop by Taikoyu while you're exploring.
Gora
Gora is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Hakone Gora Park and Ōwakudani while in the area.
Ohiradai
Though Ohiradai may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and Tenzan Onsen.
Sukumogawa
When in Sukumogawa, you can plan a visit to Tenzan Onsen and Chisuji Falls, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
