Hakones
Hakone is a town in Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. It is part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park and sits in a volcanic region in western Kanagawa. The area centers on Lake Ashi, a crater lake bordered by forested hills and the active Owakudani Valley, known for sulfur vents and hot springs. Hakone is a major onsen (hot spring) destination and a popular year-round tourist site, with views of Mount Fuji on clear days.
Key attractions include Lake Ashi’s sightseeing boats, the Hakone Ropeway and cable cars, and the open-air sculpture
History and events: The region has served travelers since the Edo period as a stop on the
Transportation and economy: The area is served by the Hakone Tozan Railway from Odawara to Gora, with