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 mountain views and 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
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 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.
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.
Things to do
Odawara: Odawara Castle Tenshukaku Entrance Ticket
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Mt Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Bus Tour Return by Shinkansen
Tokyo Mount Fuji and Hakone Highlights Small Group Day Trip
Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Trip From Tokyo with Bullet Train Option
Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo
Top hotels in Kowakudani
Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan
Our stay here was magical. The staff were attentive and helpful. The area was so beautiful and peaceful surrounded by forest. The public onsen was empty both times we used it so actually quite private and so relaxing!! The hotel were so kind and decorated our room for our honeymoon. The food was ...
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Rakuten STAY TERRACE Hakone Kowakudani
The room is very clean and tidy. I like the most is the size of the room and the Onsen.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Mizunoto
A+ staff, very friendly. Love the private onsen in our room. Only thing missing is microwave and laundry machine. But it’s not a big deal. I would recommend this to everyone visiting Hakone.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Hotel Mt. Fuji
The view from the room was incredible. The room was spacious.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Hotel Indigo Hakone Gora by IHG
Impeccable service. The staff truly goes above and beyond to make your stay amazing! I would definitely stay here again in the future.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Hakone Kowakien TEN-YU
Wonderful, hot tub and room! Only question is why are they so stingy with towels? Only one towel per guest a day for both the hot tub and bath.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 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 Ōwakudani 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 Chisuji Falls, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kowakudani Travel Guide
- Mount Fuji
- Gotemba Premium Outlets
- Lake Ashi
- Fuji Speedway
- Fuji Safari Park
- Lake Yamanaka
- Hakone Open Air Museum
- Hakone Shrine
- Lake Yamanaka Community Plaza Kirara
- Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park
- Mishima Sky Walk
- Port of Numazu
- Hakone Ropeway
- Ito Orange Beach
- Izu-Mito Sea Paradise
- Odawara Castle
- Pola Museum of Art
- Mount Fuji Children's World
- MOA Museum of Art
