1 night 2 days trip in Hakone

It is extremely convenient to take the Limited Express Romancecar from Shinjuku Station to Hakone-Yumoto Station.
The entire journey takes only 80 minutes while you relax in your comfortable seat.

Once you reach Hakone-Yumoto Station, head out for Lake Ashi first. Ride the Hakone Tozan Bus H Line for about 40 minutes until the Hakonemachi-ko stop.

On the 1st floor of Chaya Honjin Hotoriya, you'll find a wide selection of souvenirs unique to Hakone. On the 2nd floor, "café KOMON" offers a relaxing atmosphere where you can enjoy the view of Lake Ashi and Mount Fuji.
Indulge in specialty lunches such as grilled salmon and salmon roe rice served with clear soup made with groundwater from Mt. Fuji along with experimental sweets based on rice cakes like “Shichifuku Dumpling,” which you can grill yourself, and "Hand-wrapped Daifuku."

It takes about 6 minutes on foot from café KOMON to reach Hakone Sekisho.
Hakone Sekisho is an important relic of the Edo-period transportation history. It has been meticulously restored using the craftsmanship and tools of the time. Plus, showing your Hakone Freepass will allow various benefits at this location.

While strolling along Cedar Avenue, you'll arrive at Hakone Shrine in about a 40-minute walk. As evident from the constant stream of worshippers, Hakone Shrine is considered one of the top must-see spots in Hakone. It was established in the Nara period (757 AD) and enshrines three deities collectively called "Hakone Okami." At the shrine's entrance, a torii gate symbolizing peace stands tall against Lake Ashi, seemingly floating on the water's surface. Its mystical presence evokes a sense of reverence in onlookers. Keep walking along the approach and climb up the long stone steps. After passing through the fourth and fifth torii gates, you'll reach the main hall of the shrine.

It's about a 10-minute walk from Hakone Shrine to the first day’s accommodation, Hotel de Yama. This luxury hotel was renovated and reopened in 2015. It is near Lake Ashi with a great garden. In May, approximately 3,000 azalea flowers welcome guests. Relax and unwind from today's fatigue with hot springs and delicious meals.

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Start the second day with a teatime by Lake Ashi.
Visit the dessert shop owned by Hotel de Yama. Enjoy delicious sweets and tea while taking in the magnificent lake view. Don't miss out on the hot apple pie made with a recipe passed down through generations!

You can reach Motohakone-ko in about 15 minutes on foot, or take the hotel's free shuttle bus, which takes about 5 minutes.
Set sail towards Togendai-ko aboard the Hakone Sightseeing Cruise while enjoying a 30-minutes cruise on Lake Ashi.
Each of the three pirate ships features luxurious and uniquely designed interiors where you can spend a leisurely time. Stepping out onto the deck, you'll find solace in the mountains of Hakone.

Once you arrive at the Togendai-ko, grab lunch at the Togendai View Restaurant. Here, you can enjoy authentic grilled dishes cooked over charcoal and Western cuisine made with local ingredients. Popular menu items include fluffy omelet rice and hamburg steak made with rice and eggs from Gotemba. We also recommend trying the "Pirate Barrel Draft Beer" while enjoying the view of passing pirate ships.

After lunch, hop on the Hakone Ropeway and head to Owakudani.

This place, now one of Hakone's premier tourist spots, was formed over 3000 years ago by the eruption of Mt. Hakone. Even now, white smoke rises from the mountainside. This, along with the unique smell of sulfur rising from the rust-colored barren land, is the highlight of this journey.

When you visit, be sure to try the famous "Owakudani black eggs." When eggs are boiled in Owakudani's hot springs, the mineral content of the water adheres to the surface of the shells, turning them black. It is said that consuming one egg can extend your lifespan by seven years! Regardless of the longevity myth, savoring these eggs while taking in the scenery is truly special.

From Owakudani Station, let's enjoy a scenic journey in the sky aboard the Hakone Ropeway to Sounzan Station.

At Sounzan, which is a transfer station for the Hakone Tozan Cable Car, you'll find foot baths and a terrace called “cu―mo Hakone” where you can overlook the Hakone caldera. Afterwards transfer to the Hakone Tozan Cable Car and head towards Gora Station.

Get off at the Hakone Tozan Cable Car Gora Station and walk for about 2 minutes to reach Hakone Gora Park.

Established in 1914, Hakone Gora Park is Japan's first French-style formal garden. Visitors can explore this lush park that bursts with flowers every season. There are elegant dining options available where you can spend a leisurely time. You can also experience various workshops such as glass bead making, glass cutting, and leather crafting.
Moreover, at HAKUUN-DO tea garden inside the park, you can experience the traditional Japanese tea ceremony. Don’t miss out on immersing yourself in Japanese culture.
Hakone Gora Park offers free admission with the presentation of the Hakone Freepass. Plus, various experiences at the "Hakone Craft House" workshop are available at a 5% discount.

Back to Gora Station

It's about a 10-minute walk back to Gora Station.
In this area filled with nature, you'll find many hidden shops that are popular among locals and often frequented by nearby villa owners.

From Gora Station, take the Hakone Tozan Train and get off at Miyanoshita Station, which is about a 12-minute ride.
Take a break at "NARAYA CAFE," operated by a famous ryokan. The foot bath under the balcony is a popular spot in Miyanoshita.
We recommend having the seasonal limited edition "An-filled Monaka" sweets. Relax in the foot bath while taking in the scenery.

From Miyanoshita Station, take the Hakone Tozan Train for about 28 minutes to Hakone-Yumoto Station.
After arriving at Hakone-Yumoto Station, take a stroll around the shopping streets and enjoy local flavors while searching for souvenirs. You'll find specialty dishes such as freshly fried kamaboko (fish cake) and charcoal-grilled dried fish, allowing you to experience the essence of Hakone.

Take the Limited Express Romancecar back to Shinjuku while resting your tired body. You can relax in the spacious seats of the reserved car.
The journey back to Shinjuku will take 80 minutes.
Avoid the huge crowds by following the route described here and enjoy Hakone sightseeing at a leisurely pace!