Kowakudani Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kowakudani
Popular places to visit
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.
Chisuji Falls
Explore the great outdoors at Chisuji Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Hakone. Wander 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.
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.
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.
Activities
Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bus 1 Day from Tokyo
From Lake Kawaguchiko: One Way Bus Transfer to Hakone Area
Our pick of the best Kowakudani Hotel Deals
Hakone Kowakien Mikawaya Ryokan
Great location and experience.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Rakuten STAY TERRACE Hakone Kowakudani
What a treat it was to stay in this accommodation near the end of our trip through Japan. It was a great place to relax and made accessing Hakone's attractions very easy. Wish we could have stayed for more nights! We were disappointed that more coffee pods were not provided by the host for the advertised ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Mizunoto
I wish we booked more than one night. It was truly a relaxing experience that was unforgettable
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Prince Smart Inn Atami
A good stay can be ruined by unimaginative people who behave loud after 10 PM. Such were my neighbours at my floor last night. Loud talking between 10 pm -1 pm and a person who was directly above me was active and noisy until 1:30 am. Pure idiocy and I wish the management could kick out such people ...
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Hakone Kowakien TEN-YU
The nicest hotel we have ever stayed at. Beautiful, amazing services and amenities.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
The Fujiya Hotel
loved the place, so much history & really does everything to preserve that. We had he forest wing corner room, which was great. Superb breakfast. Wished we’d stayed longer.
Reviewed on 4 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 Tamadare Falls.
Sukumogawa
When in Sukumogawa, you can plan a visit to Tenzan Onsen and Hakone Hot Springs, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
