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 hot springs and 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
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.
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
Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo
From Lake Kawaguchiko: One Way Bus Transfer to Hakone Area
Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Trip From Tokyo with Bullet Train Option
Top hotels in Kowakudani
Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan
Awesome experience and amazing foods no matter the dinner and the breakfast they never let you down. Staff will guide you through the hotel and the amenities. I got there late around 8:00-8:30pm but they still let us get the dinner. Highly recommend
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Rakuten STAY TERRACE Hakone Kowakudani
Although needing a train to access this place massively exceeded our expectations. The apartment was enormous with the luxury of a private semi outdoor thermal bath & a sauna. For a family of 5 this was absolutely perfect, very glad we chose here & not the other older hotels in the area
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Mizunoto
Beautiful place to stay and kid friendly.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Prince Smart Inn Atami
Great location, clean hotel with breakfast at Tully’s cafe provided. Walkable to the train station and everything.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hakone Kowakien TEN-YU
Best hotel I’ve ever stayed at! Onsen with a waterfall views and incredible Japanese buffet dinner were the highlights
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
The Fujiya Hotel
Included breakfast selection is limited but quite good ... lineup and waiting period for unreservable breakfast was disappointing. Dinner dining times are too short ... but dinner choices are decent.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 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 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 Tenzan Onsen and Hakone Hot Springs.
Sukumogawa
When in Sukumogawa, you can plan a visit to Tenzan Onsen and Hakone Hot Springs, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
