Hakone viewpoints and nature

Hakone's landscape is defined by the volcanic activity of Mount Hakone, centered around the caldera lake, Ashi. This collection features the Hakone and Komagatake ropeways, which provide aerial views of the Owakudani volcanic valley and Mount Fuji. Natural highlights include the Sengokubara pampas grass fields, the multi-tiered Hiryu Falls, and several peaks like Myojingatake and Marudake. Historical viewpoints such as the Lakeside Observation Building and Onshi Hakone Park offer perspectives of the lake from former imperial grounds.

Hakone Viewpoints and Nature — Map

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Hakone Ropeway

The Hakone Ropeway is the name of an aerial lift, as well as its operator.

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Hakone Komagatake Ropeway

The Hakone Komagatake Ropeway, officially the Komagatake Ropeway Line, is Japanese aerial lift line in Hakone, Kanagawa, operated by Izu…

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Hakone Glass no Mori

This complex of Italian-styled buildings, with beautiful gardens and a pond, is a place to go if looking for a scenic stroll.

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Lakeside Observation Building

Also known as Detached Palace, this building once served as a summer residence of the Imperial Family.

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Overlook

Observation point within Onshi Hakone Park offering elevated views of Lake Ashi and Mount Fuji.

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Onshi Hakone Park

Situated on a small peninsula, this park offers numerous walking paths as well as a viewing platform.

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Komagatake

A 1,357-meter volcanic peak accessible by ropeway, featuring the Hakone Mototsumiya Shrine at its summit and panoramic views of the Izu Peninsula.

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塔ノ峰

A 566-meter peak on the eastern edge of the Hakone caldera, situated on the border between Odawara and Hakone.

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Mt. Myojingatake

Mount Myōjin or Myōjin-ga-take is a mountain with an altitude of 1,169 meters on the border of Minamiashigara and Hakone, Kanagawa, as one…

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Check Point

Reconstructed lookout tower at the Hakone Checkpoint, historically used by guards to monitor traffic along the Old Tokaido Road and Lake Ashi.

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Hiryu Falls

One of the largest waterfalls in Kanagawa Prefecture, consisting of two tiers with a total drop of approximately 40 meters.

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長尾峠

A mountain pass on the outer rim of the Hakone caldera, providing a direct view of Mount Fuji and the Gotemba valley.

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丸岳

A 1,156-meter peak on the northwestern ridge of the Hakone caldera, accessible via hiking trails from the Otome Pass.

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Sengokubara pampas grass

Vast fields of Susuki grass on the slopes of Mount Daigatake, which turn golden during the autumn months from late September to early November.

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霊泉の瀧

A small waterfall located near the Hatajuku area, known for its serene woodland setting along the hiking trail.

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Lake Ashi

Lake Ashi, also referred to as Hakone Lake or Ashinoko Lake, is a scenic lake in the Hakone area of Kanagawa Prefecture in Honshū, Japan.

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