Motohakone Travel Guide
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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
From Lake Kawaguchiko: One Way Bus Transfer to Hakone Area
From Hakone: One Way Bus Transfer to Lake Kawaguchiko
Top hotels in Motohakone
Hakone Ashinoko Hanaori
Great staff members and hotel is very clean. Wish there are more amenities such as gym, kids room and more private onsens. Love the stay and view, located in a great accessible location to the cable car and bus station. Lots of parking lot spots too.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
YuYu Hakone - Private Open Air Onsen Usage Guaranteed
Clean room, nice staff, breakfast can be improved since it felt a bit dry
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
The Prince Hakone Lake Ashinoko
Beautiful location, amazing staff and super clean
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
RakutenSTAY FUJIMITERRACE HakoneAshinoko
Incredible view
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Ryuguden
We stayed only for one night but we had a wonderful and peaceful experience. The first day was a bit cloudy and we were not able to see the Mt. Fuji but the next morning we got a very privileged view of the mountain cloud free just from our room rest area. The food was amazing. The staff very kind ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
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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.
