Kowakudani Travel Guide
Hakone
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 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
Japan Exclusive Day Tour : Atami Fireworks
Tokyo Mount Fuji and Hakone Highlights Small Group Day Trip
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Mt. Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Bus Tour [Return w/ Shinkansen]
Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo
Mount Fuji Shopping Day Tour with Hakone Pirate Ship and Ropeway
Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Trip From Tokyo with Bullet Train Option
Top hotels in Kowakudani
Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan
The staff was extremely courteous, and the food was excellent. The private villa was very nice, definitely one of the highlights of our trip.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Mizunoto
This was a great location to enjoy the Hakone region. The rooms have a beautiful view of the tree covered hills (really wonderful with the fall colors). The food was really good and all the various hot spring options were fun. Need to go more than one day to see it all. Definitely worth the ...
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Rakuten STAY TERRACE Hakone Kowakudani
I am completely impressed with this property. Smooth check in, huge apartments with the backyard for the pet (pet will have the bed, toys and everything needed), amazing onsen, shower and foot bath, slippers for inside and outside (pj’s of course). Sleeping area included two long size beds, projector. ...
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Hakone Kowakien TEN-YU
It’s a nice place but the service and amenities are not worth the price.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Hotel Mt. Fuji
Room is spacious and clean. Onsen facilities are good and clean. Just need to book the Japanese dinner buffet in advance. Otherwise you have to take fine dining for dinner only.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
Outstanding service and facilities. The food was amazing and the view was incredible. Will absolutely come back again
Reviewed on 12 Dec 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 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 Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and Tenzan Onsen.
Sukumogawa
When in Sukumogawa, you can plan a visit to Tenzan Onsen and Tamadare Falls, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
