6 must-see tourist spots to visit when you go to Hakone!

Hakone is a tourist destination with excellent access from central Tokyo, combining diverse attractions including nature, hot springs, cuisine, and art. It's packed with wonderful experiences such as riding sightseeing boats while viewing Hakone's beautiful scenery, appreciating art, and relaxing in hot springs.

In this article, we've carefully selected 6 especially recommended spots. These are all places you'll definitely want to visit when traveling to Hakone. Why not spend special time together while touring romantic sightseeing spots perfect for dates? We'll introduce the appeal and ways to enjoy each spot in detail to help you plan your trip.

1. Hakone-en

Hakone-en is a multi-purpose leisure facility spreading along the shores of Lake Ashi, packed with activities for couples to enjoy. The Hakone-en Aquarium is particularly famous as Japan's highest aquarium, located at an altitude of 723 meters. Besides enjoying fantastic displays of tropical fish and jellyfish, seals and penguins show their adorable appearances.

Furthermore, at Hakone-en you can take leisurely strolls while enjoying the beautiful lakeside scenery. It's also recommended to spend time calming your mind while surrounded by Lake Ashi's majestic nature.

Additionally, Hakone-en has well-equipped restaurants and cafes where you can spend relaxed time enjoying delicious sweets and light meals.

Especially popular with couples is spending time at the observation deck overlooking Lake Ashi. Why not enjoy special time with your loved one wrapped in a romantic atmosphere?

Hakone-en

住所	139, Moto-Hakone, Hakone-cho, Ashigarashita-gun, Kanagawa, Japan
電話番号	0460-83-1151
営業時間	9:00-16:30
公式サイト	https://www.princehotels.co.jp/amuse/hakone-en/

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2.Hakone Pirate Ship

The Hakone Pirate Ship is a unique tourist activity enjoyable on Lake Ashi in Hakone, perfect for dates. On a luxurious ship modeled after a pirate ship, you can enjoy spectacular views from the lake, spending romantic time while feeling the beauty of nature.

First, Lake Ashi is a spot where you can enjoy scenery through the four seasons, with beautiful autumn foliage particularly stunning in fall, and cherry blossoms reflecting on the lake surface in spring. By boarding the ship, you can feel the natural scenery surrounding the lake 360 degrees up close, making it the perfect place as a special part of your trip.

The pirate ship features luxurious interiors and large sails, with cafes and shops inside where you can spend leisurely time enjoying light meals onboard.

Also, from the ship's deck, you can sometimes see Mt. Fuji floating on the lake surface in the distance, which is extraordinary.

Spots you can visit during the cruise include Hakone Shrine and parks spreading along the lakeside. Hakone Shrine is known as a perfect place for couples wishing for success in love, and visiting might deepen your bond further.

The charm of the Hakone Pirate Ship is not just the enjoyment onboard but also how closely it links with surrounding tourist attractions. It's an ideal spot for spending time forgetting daily life while sightseeing.

Hakone pirate ship

住所	161 Hakone, Hakone-cho, Ashigarashita-gun, Kanagawa
電話番号	0460-83-6325
営業時間	Varies depending on the course (please inquire)
公式サイト	https://www.hakonenavi.jp/hakone-kankosen/

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3.Hakone Lalique Museum

The Hakone Lalique Museum is a museum displaying works primarily by French glass artist René Lalique, located in a place surrounded by a quiet environment and beautiful gardens. This museum is an ideal place for dates where you can enjoy art and nature simultaneously.
Inside the museum, there are displays of glass products and jewelry crafted by Lalique throughout his lifetime, and works that strongly reflect the Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles. By carefully appreciating the delicate and beautiful glass works, couples can experience art together and share sensibilities. Especially, Lalique's glass craft is characterized by its brilliance that changes with light, giving different impressions depending on the viewing angle, allowing you to enjoy comparing views together.
Besides the permanent exhibition, special exhibitions are sometimes held seasonally, offering new discoveries with each visit. Experiencing Lalique's unique worldview provides an extraordinary experience not found in everyday life.
Outside the museum spreads a beautiful garden, welcoming visitors with seasonal flowers and trees.

Especially in spring and autumn, colorful landscapes spread out, and just strolling leisurely through the garden is relaxing. Objects modeled after Lalique's works are scattered throughout the garden, allowing outdoor art appreciation as well.

The Hakone Lalique Museum is a place where you can enjoy art and nature simultaneously, an ideal spot for spending memorable special time. Through museum appreciation and garden strolling, you can spend peaceful moments while respecting each other's sensibilities.

Hakone Lalique Art Museum

住所	186-1 Sengokuhara, Hakone-cho, Ashigarashita-gun, Kanagawa Prefecture
電話番号	0460-84-2255
営業時間	9:00-16:00
定休日	Third Thursday of the month (open all August, closed temporarily for exhibition changes)
公式サイト	https://www.lalique-museum.com/

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4.Hakone Otaruen Unessan

Even when couples go to hot springs together, they often can't enjoy them together because the baths are separated by gender... Hakone Kowakien Yunessun solves this problem!

Hakone Kowakien Yunessun is a popular hot spring theme park located in Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture, making it an ideal spot for casual dates or sightseeing. Yunessun offers not only hot springs but also various activities, making it especially popular as a date spot for couples.

Yunessun features hot spring pools, jacuzzis, and various saunas. The open-air bath area is particularly known for its beautiful scenery that blends with nature.

In the hot spring pools, you can enjoy the hot springs while swimming, feeling the unique healing effects of hot springs while enjoying a relaxed atmosphere. Additionally, there are various hot spring-themed attractions that are perfect for couples to enjoy together.

One of Yunessun's attractions is its active enjoyment options. For example, you can relax in the hot springs while also playing on water slides and in bubble baths, allowing you to plan a playful date. The facility has many unique baths such as fruit baths and wine baths, offering visually enjoyable experiences.

Couples can also relax at cafes and restaurants within the facility. They offer menus featuring local ingredients and Hakone specialties, perfect for refreshing after a hot spring bath.

Hakone's natural beauty is also part of the appeal, as Yunessun is located in an excellent position overlooking Hakone's beautiful mountains and lakes. You can enjoy the scenery that changes with the seasons while spending a leisurely time, making it a fulfilling experience for tourism as well.

A date at Hakone Kowakien Yunessun, which is casual yet feels special, will provide a wonderful time where you can relax while actively enjoying yourselves.

Hakone Otaruen Unessan

住所	1297 Ninohira, Hakone-cho, Ashigarashita-gun, Kanagawa
電話番号	0460-82-4126
営業時間	Weekdays: 10:00-18:00, Togarashi: 9:00-19:00
公式サイト	https://www.yunessun.com

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5.Cha no chimoto

"Cha no Chimoto" is a café in Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture, where you can enjoy authentic Japanese tea and traditional sweets in a natural setting. This café is located in a quiet place a little away from Hakone's hot spring district, making it a perfect spot for tourism where you can spend a relaxed time in a calm atmosphere.

The charm of "Cha no Chimoto" is undoubtedly the high quality of its tea. They use particularly high-quality Japanese teas and are particular about how they brew them. You can thoroughly enjoy the aroma and taste of the tea, providing a relaxed moment. In the café, you can enjoy standard teas such as sencha, matcha, and hojicha, as well as seasonal limited blend teas.

The Japanese sweets served with the tea are also popular. The sweets offered at "Cha no Chimoto" are beautiful to look at and carefully made with select ingredients. They offer sweets using matcha and seasonal fruits, all of which pair exquisitely with the tea. Along with the café's calm atmosphere, you can spend a pleasant time experiencing Japanese beauty.

It's an excellent spot to visit during a date or while sightseeing, where you can forget your daily busyness and enjoy quiet conversation and tea in a peaceful space. It's also perfect for a short break after touring Hakone. Time spent at "Cha no Chimoto," where you can enjoy Japanese culture, will truly be a healing experience.

Cha no chimoto

住所	690 Yumoto, Hakone-cho, Ashigarashita-gun, Kanagawa
電話番号	0460-85-5632
営業時間	Weekdays: 10:00-16:30,Tohinichi: 10:00-17:30
定休日	New Year's Day and a few days a year on an irregular basis
公式サイト	http://www.chanochimoto.com/index.html

6.GORA BREWERY PUBLIC HOUSE

"GORA BREWERY PUBLIC HOUSE" is a stylish pub in the Gora area of Hakone where you can enjoy local craft beer. This place is perfect for those who want to take a break during their Hakone sightseeing, where you can relax and enjoy delicious beer. With its stylish interior and warm atmosphere, it's an ideal location for dates.

The main feature of GORA BREWERY is its rich selection of locally brewed craft beers. Being in Hakone, you can enjoy beer while feeling the healing elements unique to a hot spring area.

The pub offers various types of beer, including tasting set menus that allow you to try different flavors. For beer-loving couples, it's a great opportunity to stimulate conversation while enjoying the different tastes.

GORA BREWERY also features a rich selection of snacks and dishes that pair well with beer, particularly those using local ingredients. They offer Japanese-style fusion dishes and American-style dishes that pair perfectly with beer. For example, you can enjoy juicy grilled chicken or snacks with cheese while savoring your beer.

The interior is spacious with counter seats, table seats, and outdoor terrace seating, allowing you to enjoy beer while feeling Hakone's nature on nice days. The terrace seats, in particular, offer views of Hakone's mountains, providing a healing space during your trip.

"GORA BREWERY PUBLIC HOUSE" is recommended as a casual date spot where you can relax with delicious beer after visiting Hakone's tourist attractions, enjoying natural conversation. It's a place where you can spend a special time enjoying beer, delicious food, and the scenery of Hakone.

GORA BREWERY PUBLIC HOUSE

住所	740 Yumoto, Hakone-cho, Ashigarashita-gun, Kanagawa
電話番号	0460-83-9048
営業時間	11:30-21:00
定休日	Tuesday
公式サイト	https://itoh-dining.co.jp/publichouse/

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Summary

Hakone has many attractive tourist spots. You can relax and be healed by nature, enjoy intellectual dates by experiencing art and history, or relax in hot springs—wonderful experiences await you.

The six spots introduced this time each have different attractions, but all are ideal places for creating memories. Why not spend an unforgettable time with your lover or family through the beautiful scenery and special experiences of Hakone?

Please use this information for planning your next trip. May your wonderful journey in Hakone deepen your bond even more!