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 mountain views and hot springs in this relaxing area.
Chisuji Falls
Explore the great outdoors at Chisuji Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Hakone. Wander 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
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
Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo
Tokyo Mount Fuji and Hakone Highlights Small Group Day Trip
Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Trip From Tokyo with Bullet Train Option
Full Day Private Tour in Mt. Fuji and Hakone
Fm Odawara: Forest bathing and onsen with healing power
Top hotels in Kowakudani
Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan
Staff was excellent, food was amazing. The shuttle was very convenient. My room was very clean, traditional and quiet. I went in January and my room was warm and cozy.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Rakuten STAY TERRACE Hakone Kowakudani
Beautiful rooms, clean and well equipped. Will recommend it! Just as few notes if this is your first time in this area: Difficult to use the appliances as they are in Japanese, even though they provide a QR code with instructions we couldn’t use it. There are no dining options nearby and no restaurant ...
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Mizunoto
Great place to relax and take in traditional Japanese food and onsens.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Hakone Kowakien TEN-YU
Everything was wonderful! The service was exceptional, the onset was amazing, food was soooo delicious, and hotel was very clean. LOVED everything! Can’t wait to go back.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Prince Smart Inn Atami
Check in was easy and smooth. The room was very clean. The toilet had its own room. Same with the excellent shower. Staff was excellent. They had free lockers where you could keep your luggage until check in time. Our only complaint was that they would not store our luggage after we checked out.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
Beautiful waterfront view
Reviewed on 7 Jan 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 Hakone Kowakien Yunessun and Tenzan Onsen.
Sukumogawa
When in Sukumogawa, you can plan a visit to Tenzan Onsen and Hakone Hot Springs, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
