Motohakone Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Ashigarashimo showing railway items
Ashigarashimo
Ashigarashimo
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Hakone Shrine

Popular places to visit

Hakone Shrine which includes a temple or place of worship as well as a small group of people

Hakone Shrine

4.5/5(22 reviews)

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 Shrine
Ōwakudani

Ōwakudani

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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.

Ōwakudani
Hakone Komagatake Ropeway

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 hot springs in this relaxing area.

Hakone Komagatake Ropeway
Hakone-en Aquarium

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.

Hakone-en Aquarium
Narukawa Art Museum

Narukawa Art Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Narukawa Art Museum during your travels in Hakone. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Narukawa Art Museum

Kuzuryu Shrine

After visiting Kuzuryu Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hakone. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Kuzuryu Shrine

Activities

Tokyo Day Tour in Mt. Fuji, Lake Ashi Cruise and Owakudani Cable

Tokyo Day Tour in Mt. Fuji, Lake Ashi Cruise and Owakudani Cable

AU$120
per adult
Tokyo Day Tour in Mt. Fuji, Lake Ashi Cruise and Owakudani Cable
Japan Exclusive Day Tour : Atami Fireworks

Japan Exclusive Day Tour : Atami Fireworks

AU$130
per traveller
Japan Exclusive Day Tour : Atami Fireworks
Mt.Fuji & Lake Ash

Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo

AU$234
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo
Tokyo Mount Fuji and Hakone Highlights Small Group Day Trip

Tokyo Mount Fuji and Hakone Highlights Small Group Day Trip

AU$143
per adult
Tokyo Mount Fuji and Hakone Highlights Small Group Day Trip
Make-Your-Own-Ramen Experience / Fuji + Hakone 1 Day Bus Tour

Mt. Fuji: Hakone Cruise, Fuji Sengen Shrine, and Make Your Own Ramen

AU$147
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mt. Fuji: Hakone Cruise, Fuji Sengen Shrine, and Make Your Own Ramen
Mount Fuji Hakone Shrine or Onsen Atami Fireworks Show Day Trip

Mount Fuji Hakone Shrine or Onsen Atami Fireworks Show Day Trip

AU$140
per adult
Mount Fuji Hakone Shrine or Onsen Atami Fireworks Show Day Trip
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Our pick of the best Motohakone Hotel Deals

YuYu Hakone - Private Open Air Onsen Usage Guaranteed

YuYu Hakone - Private Open Air Onsen Usage Guaranteed

3 out of 5
Motohakone 159-22, Hakone, Kanagawa
The price is AU$179 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$179
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Stay at this 3-star ryokan in Hakone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lake Ashi and Hakone Kowakien Yunessun are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (125 reviews)
"I would stay here a million times, the staff were super friendly and the location is just perfect. You could hear a pin drop! Quiet, relaxing and peaceful."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

YuYu Hakone - Private Open Air Onsen Usage Guaranteed
Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori

Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori

3.5 out of 5
160 Motohakone Togendai, Ashigarashimo-gun, Hakone, Kanagawa-ken
The price is AU$498 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$498
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Hakone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,314 reviews)
"We loved the location and proximity to the ropeway and the pirate ship. The grounds were beautiful. Our room was very comfortable and I loved our outdoor tub with constant warm onsen waters in it. Loved the foot bath. Loved the kimonos and lounge wear they provided. Breakfast and dinner both had ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
The Prince Hakone Lake Ashinoko

The Prince Hakone Lake Ashinoko

4 out of 5
144 Moto-hakone, Hakone, Kanagawa-ken
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hakone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (797 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

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The Prince Hakone Lake Ashinoko
RakutenSTAY FUJIMITERRACE HakoneAshinoko

RakutenSTAY FUJIMITERRACE HakoneAshinoko

4 out of 5
Mitsutani 2-2, Hakone, Kanagawa
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Hakone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and furnished balconies. Popular attractions Lake Ashi and Hakone Kowakien Yunessun ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (253 reviews)
"The best part of our trip was staying here with our three young children. We stayed on the top floor. We enjoyed the treats and drinks in the fridge. The view, private onsen, foot bath, and sauna is an experience well worth every penny. Our family loves community and connection… you cant do that ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

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RakutenSTAY FUJIMITERRACE HakoneAshinoko
Ryuguden

Ryuguden

4 out of 5
139 Motohakone, Hakone, Kanagawa-ken
The price is AU$1,256 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$1,256
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Stay at this 4-star spa ryokan in Hakone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Lake Ashi and Hakone Kowakien Yunessun are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (268 reviews)
"What a great hotel/rycon. I wanted to experience a traditional Japanese inn. This is it. From my arrival to leaving the staff did a wonderful job making me comfortable and welcome. Kiseke dinner was notable with six courses or more of Japanese meals. Service was as good as it gets best I’ve ever ..."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Ryuguden
Hotel de Yama, Hakone Lake Side

Hotel de Yama, Hakone Lake Side

3.5 out of 5
80 Motohakone, Hakone, Kanagawa-ken
The price is AU$422 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$422
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Hakone. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (299 reviews)
"Very accomodating Staff"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Hotel de Yama, Hakone Lake Side
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Other neighbourhoods around Motohakone

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Ashinoyu

Visitors to Ashinoyu like its restaurants and golf courses, and Hakone Yunohana Golf Course is a sight worth a stop.

Ashinoyu
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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.

Kowakudani
Hakone Open Air Museum featuring a monument and a statue or sculpture as well as an individual female

Ninohira

If you're spending some time in Ninohira, Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and Hakone Open Air Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Ninohira
Gora featuring signage and street scenes

Gora

4.5/5(42 area reviews)

Gora is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Hakone Gora Park and Ōwakudani while in the area.

Gora
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Hakajuku

While visiting Hakajuku, you might make a stop by sights like Hakone Stone‐Paved Road and Hiryu Falls.

Hakajuku
Hakone which includes a gondola

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.

Sengokuhara

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