▲From PIXTA 「Ajisai Train of Hakodate Mountain Railway」
【Enjoy Hakone in 2 days and 1 night】A recommended model course for couples to enjoy hot springs and Lake Ashi.
Hakone is one of Japan’s top hot spring areas, boasting stunning natural beauty and a wealth of attractions. It’s an ideal destination for a romantic getaway with your partner. Here’s a 2-day, 1-night model course in Hakone. Use it as inspiration to create unforgettable memories.
Hakone
- Karuizawa
- Model itinerary
- Couple
- 2 Days / 1 Night
- Lake Ashi
Update day：2024/08/23
Destination of this trip
- Day 1
- Day 2
- Extra Section
DAY1
Relax and unwind from the stresses of everyday life at a hotel in Hakone
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START
About 1 hour from Shinjuku
1 Hakone-Yumoto Station
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▲From PIXTA 「Ajisai Train of Hakodate Mountain Railway」
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▲From PIXTA 「Ajisai Train of Hakodate Mountain Railway」
For traveling to Hakone, we recommend using the Odakyu Romancecar, which offers a direct route from Shinjuku Station to Hakone-Yumoto Station. You can also take the Odakyu Line, which takes about two hours, or drive to Hakone in approximately one hour and twenty minutes.
The Odakyu Romancecar is highly recommended for its spacious seating arrangement, reclining seats, tables, and power outlets, making long journeys comfortable and enjoyable.2 minutes walk -
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Arrival!
Enjoy a cafe break near Hakone-Yumoto Station with homemade baked cheesecake
2 cafe.Timuny
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▲Image Source: Official Instagram of cafe.Timuny
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▲Image Source: Official Instagram of cafe.Timuny
Upon arriving at Hakone-Yumoto, start with a coffee break. Enjoy a baked cheesecake and coffee at cafe.Timuny. The stylish interior provides a cozy atmosphere, perfect for leisurely conversations.
cafe.Timuny
- Address
- 706-32 Hakone-Yumoto, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa Prefecture, 205-0311 Japan
- Access
- 2-minute walk from Hakone-Yumoto Station
- Business Hours
- 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Closed Days
- Wednesdays
- Budget
- ¥1,000～¥1,999
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①Izu-Hakone Bus, Stop No.1
②Hakone Tozan Bus, Stop No.2 - About 30 minutes
Get off at Ashinoyu Bus StopFree shuttle service -
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Arrival!
A heavenly hot spring inn with steam rising into the sky
3 Hakone Yunohana Prince Hotel
Before rejuvenating your body in the hot springs, take a break at the hotel. We recommend the "Hakone Yunohana Prince Hotel". This secluded inn boasts the highest elevation in Hakone (935m) and is surrounded by pristine nature. It offers a unique experience of "healing and breathtaking views", with its milky-white hot springs and stunning starlit skies.Since the hotel is about 2 km from the Ashinoyu bus stop, please call for a free shuttle service after getting off the bus.
*Note: It typically takes about 25 minutes by car or taxi from Hakone-Yumoto Station.Hakone Yunohana Prince Hotel
- Address
- 〒250-0523, 93 Ashinoyu, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa Prefecture, 250-0523 Japan
- Access
- Free shuttle service from Ashinoyu bus stop: Approximately 5 minutes under normal conditions
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Relax in the "beauty-enhancing hot spring”
4 Yunohana-gawa Onsen
Once you’ve had a chance to rest at the hotel, take a dip in the "Yunohana-gawa Onsen" located within the hotel. The milky-white open-air bath, the highest in Hakone, is a mountain oasis that offers relaxation for both the mind and body. Known for its rare milky-white waters, "Yunohana-gawa Onsen" is also famous for its skin-beautifying properties. Enjoy breathtaking views from the open-air bath, which is situated at the highest elevation among the seventeen hot springs in Hakone.
Yunohana-gawa Onsen
- Access
- Within Hakone Yunohana Prince Hotel
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Enjoy a post-bath walk lit by shimmering bamboo light
5 Yamagami's path
After enjoying the hot springs, a relaxing evening walk is recommended to cool down your warmed body with a pleasant night breeze. The walking path features a "bamboo lighting" display, created by the production group CHIKAKEN.
(Lighting hours: Sunset to midnight)Yamagami's path
- Access
- Within Hakone Yunohana Prince Hotel
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A night where your heart is filled with glittering lights, and a morning where the sun recharges your spirit
H Top-Floor Room
The view from the top-floor rooms at Hakone Yunohana Prince Hotel, the highest hotel in Hakone, is exceptional. At night, guests can enjoy a romantic atmosphere with twinkling city lights and a star-filled sky. In the morning, the invigorating sunlight energizes you for the day ahead.
Top-Floor Room
- Location
- Within Hakone Yunohana Prince Hotel
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DAY2
Enjoy in the Lake Ashi
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START
Choose an area and fully enjoy the great outdoors
7 Lake Ashi, Hakone
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▲ 「Lake Ashi」
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▲From PIXTA 「Kanagawa Prefecture, Hakone Shrine, Torii of Peace」
After relaxing on the first day, spend the second day enjoying nature and art at Lake Ashi. This resort area offers the beauty of nature that changes with the seasons and attractions like sightseeing boats. Additionally, it’s a spiritual hotspot where you can visit "Hakone Shrine," "Hakone Motomiya Shrine," and "Kuzuryu Shrine (Main Shrine)" on the "Hakone Three Shrines Tour," a journey to these revered sites for blessings and good fortune.
Lake Ashi, Hakone
- Address
- Motonohakone, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa 250-0522, Japan
- Access
- Accessible via local buses from Odawara Station or Hakone-Yumoto Station.
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Relax with a café or lunch while enjoying the view of Lake Ashi
8 Enjoy a Lunch at the Lakeside
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▲From PIXTA: Take a break at a café with a view of Lake Ashi.
The Lake Ashi area offers delicious bakeries and cafés. Relax and refresh yourself at a café or restaurant with a beautiful view of the lake.
Bus Stop "Motohakone-ko"5-minute walk -
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Arrival!
Enjoy art at a museum known for its stunning views
9 Narukawa Art Museum
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▲From PIXTA 「Hakone Town Narukawa Art Museum and Fresh Green」
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▲From PIXTA 「GOTO Travel Hakone Lake Ashi」
After lunch, enjoy art at the Narukawa Art Museum in the Lake Ashi area. The Narukawa Art Museum, specializing in contemporary Japanese paintings, houses over 4,000 pieces and showcases 80 to 90 works each season. One of its attractions is the panoramic view of beautiful Lake Ashi and Mount Fuji from the exhibition rooms.
The museum displays traditional Japanese paintings as well as works by contemporary renowned artists. Its location also offers great views of the seasonal landscapes, Lake Ashi, and Mount Fuji.Narukawa Art Museum
- Address
- 570 Motonohakone, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa, Japan
- Access
- 5 minutes walk from the bus stop "Motohakone-ko"
- Business Hours
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Closed Days
- Open daily
- Admisssion fee
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General Admission: ¥1,500
University and High School Student: ¥1,000
Middle and Elementary School Student: ¥500
Preschool Children: Free
- 5-minute walk
Bus Stop: "Motohakone-ko"Regular Bus Interval:
Approximately 30 minutes -
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Arrival!
Find souvenirs before your return train
10 Hakone-Yumoto Station
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![「Kanagawa Prefecture]Hakone-Yumoto Station Area Shopping District」](../article/img/004/img-20.webp)
▲From PIXTA 「Kanagawa Prefecture]Hakone-Yumoto Station Area Shopping District」
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![「Kanagawa Prefecture]Hakone-Yumoto Station Area Shopping District」](../article/img/004/img-21.webp)
▲From PIXTA「Kanagawa Prefecture]Hakone-Yumoto Station Area Shopping District」
After enjoying the Lake Ashi area, head to Hakone-Yumoto Station to search for souvenirs. "Hakone no Ichi," with its wide range of products, is highly recommended.
Hakone-Yumoto Station
- Address
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707 Yumoto, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa, Japan
Hakone-Yumoto Station Building - Access
- Immediately outside the ticket gates at Hakone-Yumoto Station
- Open Hours
- 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Closed Days
- Open daily
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End of Your Trip
Next, embark on a real journey.
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Summary
Enjoy the nature and art of Hakone
This time, we introduced a model itinerary for enjoying Hakone. Hakone has many spots where you can enjoy nature and art, as well as delicious food and hot springs.
If you are sightseeing in Hakone, we recommend the Hakone Yunohana Prince Hotel. Hakone Yunohana Prince Hotel awaits you with a variety of hospitality, including the Yunohanazawa Onsen, the highest source of the 17 hot springs in Hakone, and the bamboo lantern illumination in the courtyard. If you are sightseeing in Hakone, be sure to stay at the Hakone Yunohana Prince Hotel.
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Must-Visit Museums in Hakone
Hakone, known for its various attractions beyond the suggested model course, is also renowned for its many art museums. Here are five popular museums to explore:
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First
Features collections including works by Monet, Renoir, and Picasso.
1 Pola Museum of Art
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▲From PIXTA 「Pola Museum of Art and Autumn Leaves」
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▲From PIXTA 「The modern entrance to the Pola Museum of Art surrounded by forest」
The Pola Museum of Art is situated amidst Hakone's beautiful natural scenery. It houses a collection of around 10,000 pieces, focusing primarily on Impressionism, including masterpieces by Monet, Renoir, and Picasso. The glass-encased building harmonizes with the surrounding nature, allowing visitors to enjoy seasonal landscapes throughout the year.
▼Highlights
1.Extensive Collection: Houses approximately 10,000 pieces, with a focus on Impressionism and including masterpieces by Monet, Picasso, and others.
2.Beautiful Natural Setting: Surrounded by Hakone's natural beauty, the museum allows visitors to enjoy art alongside the changing seasonal landscapes.Pola Museum of Art
- Address
- 1285 Kozukayama, Sengokuhara, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa, Japan
- Open Hours
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Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
(Last admission at 4:30 PM)
- Closed Days
- During exhibition change periods
- Admission Fee
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[Individual Tickets]
Adult (including seniors): ¥2,200
High School and University Student: ¥1,700
Middle School Student and Younger: Free
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Enjoy foot bath
2 Okada Museum of Art
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▲「Okada Museum of Art in Hakone Kowakudani and Autumn Leaves」
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▲「Vibrant Autumn Leaves in Front of Kaikatei, the Dining Area at Okada Museum of Art in Hakone」
The Okada Museum of Art is a five-story building with extensive exhibition spaces showcasing a wealth of masterpieces from ancient to contemporary Japanese and East Asian art. The museum also features beautiful gardens and a foot bath café, allowing visitors to enjoy a relaxing experience alongside their art appreciation.
▼Highlight
1. Diverse Collection: The museum showcases approximately 5,000 pieces of art, focusing on Japanese and East Asian artworks, including paintings and ceramics.
2. Expansive Grounds and Foot Bath Café: Enjoy the seasonal beauty in the vast gardens. The gardens feature a foot bath café where you can relax in a warm foot bath while enjoying the beautiful surroundings.Okada Museum of Art
- Address
- 493-1 Kowakudani, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa, Japan
- Open Hours
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Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
(Last admission at 4:30 PM) - Closed days
- December 31, January 1, and during exhibition change periods
- Admission Fees
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Admission Fees:
General & University Students: ¥2,800
Elementary and Middle School Students: ¥1,800
Garden Entry Fee: ¥300
Foot Bath Fee:
Free for museum visitors
¥500 for foot bath only users
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Enjoyable Gardens
3 Hakone Glass no Mori Museum
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▲From PIXTA 「Hakone Glass no Mori Museum」
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▲From PIXTA 「Hakone Glass no Mori Museum」
The Hakone Glass no Mori Museum features around 100 beautiful glassworks, primarily focusing on Italian Renaissance glass art. The museum's gardens are adorned with sparkling crystal glass art pieces, creating a dazzling display throughout the grounds.
▼Highlight
1. Beautiful Glass Artworks: The museum displays approximately 100 stunning glass pieces, primarily focusing on Italian Renaissance glass art.
2. Glass Workshop Experience: There is a workshop where you can experience glass crafting firsthand and create your own original glass pieces.Hakone Glass no Mori Museum
- Address
- 940-48 Sengokuhara, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa, Japan
- Open Hours
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Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
(Last admission at 5:00 PM) - Closed days
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Winter break: 11 days starting from the day after Coming-of-Age Day
During exhibition change periods and other closures - Admission Fees
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General:
Adult: ¥1,800
University and High School Student: ¥1,300
Elementary and Middle School Student: ¥600
Senior Discount (65 and over): ¥1,700
Discount for Persons with Disabilities (Includes one accompanying person):
Adult, University and High School Student: ¥900
Elementary and Middle School Student: ¥400
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Fourth
See the Orient Express
4 Hakone Lalique Museum
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▲「The entrance of the Hakone Lalique Museum」
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▲「The scenery of the Hakone Lalique Museum」
The Hakone Lalique Museum is an art museum dedicated to the works of René Lalique, a master of French Art Nouveau and Art Deco. The museum houses approximately 1,500 pieces, including jewelry, glass art, and interior decorations.
▼Highlight
1. Collection of Lalique's Masterpieces: The museum exhibits numerous works by the world-renowned glass artist René Lalique, allowing visitors to closely admire his delicate and beautiful glass creations.
2. Rich Natural Setting: Surrounded by the lush natural environment of Hakone, visitors can enjoy the seasonal scenery of cherry blossoms, water lilies, and hydrangeas along the walking paths and in the gardens.Hakone Lalique Museum
- Address
- 186-1 Sengokuhara, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa Prefecture
- Open Hours
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Museum: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
(Last admission at 3:30 PM)
Cafe & Restaurant: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Closed Days
- Third Thursday of each month (Open daily in August; temporary closures for exhibit changes)
- Admission Fee
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[Individual]
Adults: ¥1,500
University & High School Students: ¥1,300
Seniors (65 and older): ¥1,300
Junior High & Elementary School Students: ¥800
Visitors with a disability certificate (and one accompanying person): ¥750
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Fifth
Enjoy interactive art—great for families too
5 The Hakone Open-Air Museum
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▲From PIXTA 「Children playing on playground equipment」
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▲From PIXTA 「Hakone Tozan Railway, Chokoku-no-Mori Station」
The Hakone Open-Air Museum is Japan's first outdoor art museum, set amidst the rich natural beauty of Hakone. Spanning approximately 70,000 square meters, it features a permanent collection of notable modern and contemporary sculptures. The Picasso Pavilion showcases a diverse range of Picasso's works, including ceramics and paintings.
▼Highlight
1. Picasso Pavilion: This dedicated gallery displays around 300 works by Picasso, including paintings, ceramics, and prints, allowing visitors to fully appreciate his diverse artistic talents.
2. Foot Bath Area (Renewed in July 2024): The museum features a foot bath area where visitors can relax and unwind after exploring the exhibits.The Hakone Open-Air Museum
- Address
- 1121 Ninohira, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa Prefecture
- Open Hours
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
※Last admission is 30 minutes before closing - Closed days
- Open daily
- Admission fee
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[Individual]
General Admission: ¥2,000
University & High School Students: ¥1,400
Junior High & Elementary School Students: ¥600
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