Hakone, Japan travel tips
Real traveler tips for Hakone in Japan: hostels, food, transport, hikes, activities, hidden gems, night life, social life and costs — shared by travelers who have actually been there.
Transport in Hakone
- charlieb: Is the Hakone Free Pass actually worth the price if I'm only staying one night? It seems like a lot if I don't do the full loop.
Activities in Hakone
- marias92: The sulfur smell at Owakudani was way more intense than I expected lol. Definitely bring a mask if you're sensitive to that stuff.
Food in Hakone
- joshw: Try the black eggs at the top of the ropeway just for the novelty, but honestly the bakery near the Hakone-Yumoto station has much better food for a real lunch.
Hidden gems in Hakone
- itsmatt: Found a really quiet shrine trail near Moto-Hakone that felt way more peaceful than the main torii gate where everyone is queuing for photos.
Social life in Hakone, Japan
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