LAKE ASHI












Lake Ashi
Parks and Nature
Located in the caldera of the Hakone volcano, Lake Ashi offers stunning views of Mt. Fuji and beautiful seasonal scenery. On the lake, you can enjoy the Hakone Sightseeing Cruise, a sightseeing boat shaped like a pirate ship. Historic sites such as Hakone Shrine and the Hakone Checkpoint line the shores. On clear days, the iconic “Upside-down Fuji” reflects on the water, making it a photographer’s dream. Nature, history, and leisure come together in this must-see Hakone destination.
| Nearest station / Bus stop | Togendai Station, Motohakone-ko,Hakonemachi-ko |
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By bus: About 40–50 minutes from Hakone-Yumoto Station. Get off at Togendai Bus Stop, Hakone-machi Bus Stop, or Moto-Hakone Bus Stop — all are located nearby. By train and ropeway: About 2 hours from Hakone-Yumoto Station via Hakone Tozan Railway, Hakone Cable Car, and Hakone Ropeway. Get off at Togendai Station — just a short walk away. |


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