Ninohira Travel Guide
Hakone
Popular places to visit
Hakone Kowakien Yunessun
Bring the children to Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Hakone. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing 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.
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 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 Hot Springs
You can take time to visit Hakone Hot Springs during your travels to Hakone. Discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.
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.
Things to do
Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo
Tokyo 10-Hour Mt. Fuji & Hakone Lake Ashi Cruise & Ropeway Tour
Mount Fuji Shopping Day Tour with Hakone Pirate Ship and Ropeway
Top hotels in Ninohira
Hakone Kowakien TEN-YU
One of the best hotels I have stayed at in terms of overall experience. I honestly
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Hakone Kowakien
The hotel is a newer property with nice aesthetics. We stayed in a room with 2 double beds meant to fit 2 adults and 2 children (ages 10 and 12). Even by our British standards it was small. The dining was all buffet - breakfast and dinner. I thinks fairly hard to eat too healthy. The soft serve ice ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hakone Kowakien Miyamafurin
Breakfast was very good, very organized. Good options.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Prince Smart Inn Atami
Friendly staff and clean room with comfortable beds. Just a heads up that they will not hold your luggage after check out.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
The Fujiya Hotel
Beautifully styled large rooms with excellent service all around. The gardens, onset and spa facilities were clean and comfortable; and well managed. The bakery was delicious but surprisingly, I thought food was average at the bar and Japanese restaurant.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Hotel Mt. Fuji
Strongly recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ninohira
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.
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.
Miyanoshita
Gardens, restaurants and hot springs highlight some of the notable features of Miyanoshita. Make a stop by Taikoyu while you're exploring.
Miyagino
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Miyagino and surrounding area, you can visit Hakone Gora Park and Hakone Open Air Museum.
Ashinoyu
Visitors to Ashinoyu like its restaurants and golf courses, and Hakone Yunohana Golf Course is a sight worth a stop.
Ohiradai
Though Ohiradai may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tenzan Onsen and Hakone Hot Springs.
