Hakone Vacations
Hakone, in Kanagawa, is a city of round and about 13,000 residents.
Hakone is located 45 miles (72 kilometers) southwest of the national capital Tokyo and approximately 35 miles (56 kilometers) southwest of Yokohama.
Get inspired in Hakone by spending a few hours at the Hakone Open Air Museum. Wander the halls, see the highlights, and then ask for tips from the locals to locate some of the more eclectic museums in the vicinity.
The conservation havens in the vicinity of Hakone allow visitors to see the animals and plants that flourish in the local area. Go for a long walk in Great Boiling Valley and appreciate a trip away from the urban streets.
Don’t miss the chance to visit the excellent castles in the region. Odawara Castle, a well-known landmark of this city, reflects how ruling clans lived in well-guarded quarters and protected their territory from foreign enemies.
Hakone’s star attractions sometimes overshadow the city’s lesser known, but equally fascinating spots such as the Hakone Shrine.