Motohakone Travel Guide
Hakone
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Hakone Komagatake Ropeway
Learn about the local history of Hakone when you take a trip to Hakone Komagatake Ropeway. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
Hakone-en Aquarium
Take the family to visit the sea life at Hakone-en Aquarium during your holiday to Hakone. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the 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
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.
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
Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Trip From Tokyo with Bullet Train Option
Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo
Tokyo 10-Hour Mt. Fuji & Hakone Lake Ashi Cruise & Ropeway Tour
Top hotels in Motohakone
Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
Very family friendly and lots of options for dinner and breakfast.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
The Prince Hakone Lake Ashinoko
I am grateful to the service rendered by Nitta Teruo san and his team at the hotel. I had lost a hairline at the onsen area and thought I would never get it back. The hair clip, though small, was used by me since my pregnancy and had sentimental value. Teruo san went above and beyond to send the ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
YuYu Hakone - Private Open Air Onsen Usage Guaranteed
The property is right up next to the mountain,and will need to drive or make use of the Uzi Bus system to get to the locality ,but this makes it very unique.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
RakutenSTAY FUJIMITERRACE HakoneAshinoko
Very clean, amazing view, enough options for food etc. Very easy check in process.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Ryuguden
Beautiful view and the room was simple but a traditional Japanese room sleeping on tatami mats. We did the half board and the dinner and breakfast were excellent and extremely fresh.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
HESTA Hakone
Other neighbourhoods around Motohakone
Ashinoyu
Visitors to Ashinoyu like its restaurants and golf courses, and Hakone Yunohana Golf Course is a sight worth a stop.
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.
Ninohira
If you're spending some time in Ninohira, Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and Hakone Open Air Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Sengokuhara
Unique features of Sengokuhara include the hot springs and mountain views. Make a stop by Sengokuhara Susuki Prairie or Sengokuhara Onsen while you're exploring the area.
Miyanoshita
Gardens, restaurants and hot springs highlight some of the notable features of Miyanoshita. Make a stop by Taikoyu while you're exploring.
