Map of Hakone Japan – Hot Springs & Location Guide

Map of Hakone Japan – Hot Springs & Location Guide

Hakone is one of Japan's most popular mountain resort areas, known for hot springs, Lake Ashi, Mount Fuji views, museums, ropeways, scenic railways and traditional ryokan stays.

This map of Hakone Japan provides an overview of the area, major attractions, transport links and nearby destinations.

Quick Answer:

Hakone is located in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, southwest of Tokyo. Major nearby attractions include Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine, Owakudani, Hakone Ropeway, Gora, Hakone Open-Air Museum and Mount Fuji viewpoints.

Interactive Hakone Map (Reference View) Explore Hakone, Lake Ashi, Gora, Owakudani and nearby Mount Fuji viewing areas.
Tip: Hakone maps help visitors locate hot spring areas, lake viewpoints, ropeway stations, museums, shrines and transport routes.

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Where is Hakone Located?

Hakone is located in Kanagawa Prefecture, southwest of Tokyo and near Mount Fuji. It is commonly visited as a day trip or overnight stay from Tokyo.

  • Prefecture: Kanagawa
  • Country: Japan
  • Region: Fuji-Hakone-Izu area
  • Nearby city: Odawara
  • Famous feature: Hot springs
  • Nearby landmark: Mount Fuji

Major Areas Shown on the Map

  • Lake Ashi — scenic lake and Mount Fuji viewpoint.
  • Hakone Shrine — lakeside shrine with famous torii gate.
  • Owakudani — volcanic valley and ropeway stop.
  • Gora — hot spring and transport hub.
  • Hakone Open-Air Museum — major art attraction.
  • Hakone Ropeway — scenic aerial route.
  • Hakone-Yumoto — gateway hot spring town.
  • Odawara direction — main rail access point.

Major Attractions Near Hakone

  • Lake Ashi
  • Hakone Shrine
  • Owakudani
  • Hakone Ropeway
  • Hakone Open-Air Museum
  • Gora Park
  • Hakone Checkpoint
  • Mount Fuji viewpoints
  • Odawara Castle direction
  • Lake Kawaguchi direction
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Area Features

  • Hot springs
  • Lake views
  • Mount Fuji viewpoints
  • Volcanic scenery
  • Art museums
  • Traditional ryokan
  • Scenic railways
  • Ropeway routes

Transport Features

  • Hakone-Yumoto Station
  • Odawara Station connections
  • Hakone Tozan Railway
  • Hakone Ropeway
  • Lake Ashi sightseeing boats
  • Local buses
  • Taxi access
  • Tokyo day-trip connections

Nearby Destinations

  • Mount Fuji
  • Lake Kawaguchi
  • Odawara
  • Tokyo
  • Yokohama
  • Kamakura
  • Fuji Five Lakes
  • Izu Peninsula

Using a Hakone Map

A Hakone map helps visitors understand the area's spread-out attractions, including lake areas, hot spring towns, ropeway stations, museums and transport routes. It is especially useful for planning day trips from Tokyo or overnight stays in the Fuji-Hakone region.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Where is Hakone located?
    Hakone is located in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, southwest of Tokyo.
  • What is Hakone famous for?
    Hakone is famous for hot springs, Lake Ashi, Mount Fuji views, Hakone Shrine, Owakudani and scenic transport routes.
  • What is near Hakone?
    Nearby destinations include Mount Fuji, Lake Kawaguchi, Odawara, Tokyo and Yokohama.
  • How do you get to Hakone?
    Visitors commonly travel by train to Odawara or Hakone-Yumoto, then use local rail, bus, ropeway and boat services.
  • Is Hakone worth visiting?
    Yes. Hakone is one of Japan's best-known resort areas and is popular for hot springs, mountain scenery and views of Mount Fuji.
  • Can Hakone be visited as a day trip from Tokyo?
    Yes. Hakone is commonly visited as a day trip from Tokyo, though many travellers stay overnight to enjoy hot springs and slower sightseeing.

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This page is provided for general informational purposes only. Transport services, ropeway operations, hot spring access, weather, volcanic activity, attraction opening hours and visitor facilities may change without notice. Always check current information before travelling.