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Hakone is part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, less than 100 kilometers from Tokyo. Famous for hot springs, outdoor activities, natural beauty and the view of nearby Mt. Fuji, Hakone is one of the most popular destinations among Japanese and international tourists looking for a break from Tokyo.

Attractions
Across Hakone
Hakone Hot Springs (2) Found in large numbers across Hakone.
Lake Ashi Area
Lake Ashinoko (1) Pretty caldera lake with views of Mount Fuji.
Hakone Checkpoint (5) Remains of the old highway with checkpoint.
Hakone Shrine (6) Hakone's most famous Shinto shrine.
Detached Palace (8) Public park with views of Mount Fuji.
Gora Area
Owakudani (4) Sulfurous vapors and warm rivers.
Hakone Open Air Museum (7) Exhibiting sculptures and paintings.
Hakone Museum of Art (12) Art museum with beautiful moss garden.
Hakone Tozan Railway (3) Spectacular mountain railway line.
Gora Park (9) Attractive western style landscape park.
Sengoku Area
Hakone Botanical Garden (11) Exhibiting various marsh and alpine plants.
Hakone Glass no Mori (13) Small theme park about Venetian glass.
Pola Museum (14) Art museum by the cosmetics company.
Nearby
Gotemba Outlet Mall (10) Popular outlet mall near Hakone.
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