Tour code ASJ-DT-HAK-CLS · Ash107
Hakone by boat, ropeway and hot spring
Hakone highlights
One day in Hakone with the boat across Lake Ashi, the torii of Hakone Shrine, the ropeway to Ōwakudani and a hot-spring bath before the drive back to Tokyo.
At a glance
Hakone in one day from Tokyo: the lake in the morning, then the volcanic valley of Ōwakudani. The ropeway can stop for volcanic gas, strong wind or inspection, and then a ground route is used on the day.
These are sample itineraries. Our team prepares a tailored quote for your trip; service reservations are confirmed separately once the arrangements are agreed.
Highlights
- The sightseeing boat on Lake Ashi and the torii of Hakone Shrine
- The ropeway to the volcanic valley of Ōwakudani
- A hot-spring bath before the drive back
A full day in any season; a ground route replaces the ropeway when it stops.
The stops of the day
Hakone Shrine torii on Lake Ashi Hakone shrine torii on Lake Ashi
A shrine founded, according to tradition, in 757, set in the forest on the shore of Lake Ashi. Its vermilion Torii of Peace stands at the water’s edge, and the approach climbs from it to the main hall.
Lake Ashi at Moto-Hakone Experience
Lake Ashi sightseeing cruise
Sightseeing boats styled as pirate ships cross Lake Ashi between Tōgendai in the north and Hakone-machi and Moto-Hakone in the south. From the deck the wooded shores and the red torii of Hakone Shrine pass by, with Mount Fuji beyond on a clear day.
Hakone Ropeway to Ōwakudani Getting around · Depends on the day
Hakone ropeway
The ropeway links Sōunzan with Tōgendai on Lake Ashi, by way of Ōwakudani and Ubako. The cabins pass over the steaming volcanic valley, and on a clear day Mount Fuji appears on the horizon.
The ropeway can stop for volcanic gas, strong wind or inspection; the day then continues by road. If Ōwakudani itself is closed, another Hakone sight takes its place.
Black egg at Ōwakudani, Hakone Ōwakudani (black eggs)
A volcanic valley left by the last eruption of the Hakone volcano, about 3,000 years ago, where white fumes still rise from the slopes. Eggs boiled here turn black, and a local saying holds that each one adds seven years to your life.
A hot-spring bath, the place chosen with you
Experience
a hot spring bath, to choose together
A soak in a hot-spring bath in Hakone, at a day-use onsen chosen with you. Guests wash at the showers before entering the water, and some baths do not admit tattoos; this is checked when the bath is chosen.
Trip details
- Length
- One day
- Route
- Starts and ends in Tokyo
- Regions
- Mount Fuji
- Seasons
- Any season
- Style
- Nature · Hot springs
The full programme
A suggested journey, day by day, adjusted to your dates and interests.
Day 1Lake, valley and bath
The torii of Hakone shrine on the lakeshore in the morning, the boat across Lake Ashi, the ropeway up to Ōwakudani, lunch, then a hot-spring bath and the drive back to Tokyo.
Programme details
The torii of Hakone Shrine at the water’s edge in the morning, then the boat across Lake Ashi and the ropeway up to the steaming valley of Ōwakudani. After lunch, a hot-spring bath, and the drive back to Tokyo.
Hakone in a day
- Hakone shrine torii on Lake Ashi
- Lake Ashi sightseeing cruise
- Hakone ropeway
- Ōwakudani (black eggs)
- a hot spring bath, to choose together
A day-by-day sample. Times of day are not promised; the order can change on the ground.
What your proposal can include
- Private car with driver
- Guide
- Meals
- Ferries and boats
- Ropeways and cable cars
- Hot-spring baths
Your proposal names exactly what is included, for your dates and your group.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off will be arranged according to your agreed itinerary. We’ll choose the places to visit together when planning your day.
Good to know
- The ropeway can stop for volcanic gas, strong wind or inspection; a ground alternative is used on the day, and if Ōwakudani itself is closed, another Hakone sight takes its place.
Start from this tour
Open the planner, or write to us. We answer with questions, then with a plan and a quote.
Mention the code ASJ-DT-HAK-CLS · Ash107 when you write.
Where this tour comes from An outline route prepared by Asahi; the stops are suggestions until the plan is made with you.
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