Owakudani (Hell Valley) & Lake Ashi
Iconic Owakudani with its black eggs and sulfur steam. Lake Ashi offers pirate-ship cruises and Mt. Fuji views.
ROUTE
1-Day Plan
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9:00 AM — Drop bags & head out
Travel light. Leave heavy bags behind and enjoy the day.
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10:00 AM — Hakone sightseeing incl. Owakudani
Visit the famous "Owakudani (Hell Valley)" and enjoy the nature and views of Hakone.
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2:00 PM — Soak at Yuryo
Refresh in the natural hot spring at "Tenseien Yuryo" in Hakone-Yumoto.
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5:00 PM — Sanzoku sauna + yakiniku & Lawson run
Wild outdoor sauna and yakiniku for the perfect "totonou + grill" combo. Pick up dinner supplies at Lawson on the way back.
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5
8:00 PM — Drinks & game night at the house
Wind down with the 100-inch theater and Switch. The perfect end to a perfect day.
Things to do around Hakone & Odawara
Hakone Tozan Railway & Ropeway
The switchback Hakone Tozan Railway climbs the mountain, while the Ropeway offers a ride in the sky — beloved by railfans and tourists alike.
Hakone-Yumoto Yuryo / Sanzoku Sauna
Tenseien "Yuryo" in Hakone-Yumoto offers natural hot-spring day bathing. Nearby Sanzoku Sauna & Yakiniku is also a popular "totonou" experience.
Hakone Shrine & Hakone Open-Air Museum
The "Peace Torii" of Hakone Shrine by Lake Ashi, and the outdoor sculptures of the Hakone Open-Air Museum — culture and power-spot tours recommended.
Odawara Castle / Fishing Port / Kamaboko Street
Historic Odawara Castle, fresh seafood at the Odawara Fishing Port, and traditional shops along Kamaboko Street. Local gourmet and sightseeing.
Golf Courses around Odawara & Hakone
The Hakone-Odawara area has many golf courses, from prestigious clubs to public courses. An ideal base for a golf trip.