Kowakudani
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 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
Odawara: Odawara Castle Tenshukaku Entrance Ticket
Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo
Mount Fuji Hakone Shrine or Onsen Atami Fireworks Show Day Trip
Tokyo Mount Fuji and Hakone Highlights Small Group Day Trip
Mt. Fuji and Hakone Day Trip From Tokyo with Bullet Train Option
Top hotels in Kowakudani
Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025
Mizunoto
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025
Rakuten STAY TERRACE Hakone Kowakudani
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025
The Prince Hakone Lake Ashinoko
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025
Hakone Kowakien TEN-YU
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025
Hotel Indigo Hakone Gora by IHG
Reviewed on 27 Jul 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 Gyokuren Shrine, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.