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 hot springs and mountain views in this culturally rich 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
Bring the children to Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Hakone. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.
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 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.
Things to do
Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo
Tokyo: Mt. Fuji Hakone tour, Cable car&Optional Lake Ashi Cruise
From Hakone: Mt Fuji and Lake Kawaguchiko Area Bus Tour
From Hakone: One Way Bus Transfer to Lake Kawaguchiko
From Lake Kawaguchiko: One Way Bus Transfer to Hakone Area
Mount Fuji, Oshino Hakkaiand,Hakone Ropeway Bus Tour Experience
Top hotels in Kowakudani
Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan
"Excellent service , delicious food , nice location"
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Rakuten STAY TERRACE Hakone Kowakudani
"Clean and very big room with all the necessary ameneties - the prívate onsen are amazing. My only sugestión is that the location is quite isolated probably next time we would choose another one but the room 10/10"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Mizunoto
"The view from the balcony and the private onsen was amazing!"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hakone Kowakien TEN-YU
"Onsen were great indoor outdoor and in the room offered variety and very relaxing atmosphere"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Prince Smart Inn Atami
"Good hotel and convenient !!"
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Hotel Mt. Fuji
"Perhaps allow spa users with swim suits"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
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 Hakone Museum of Art while in the area.
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.
Sukumogawa
When in Sukumogawa, you can plan a visit to Tenzan Onsen and Hakone Hot Springs, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
