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The 12 best things to do in Hakone for first-time visitors, from the Open-Air Museum and Owakudani to the Lake Ashi pirate ship, with costs, timing, and tips.
Hakone Travel Guide for First-Time Visitors: Onsen, Mt Fuji Views & Open-Air Museum (2026)
A complete Hakone travel guide for first-time visitors: how to get there, the Hakone Free Pass, top things to do, where to stay, and the best time for Mt Fuji views.
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Where to stay in Hakone: the best areas from Gora to Sengokuhara, onsen ryokan vs hotels, costs, when to book, and what to expect on your first ryokan night.
Lake Ashi & Hakone Ropeway Guide: Pirate Ship, Owakudani & Mt Fuji Views (2026)
How to ride the Hakone Ropeway and Lake Ashi pirate ship: order, ticket costs, the Owakudani black eggs, the Torii of Peace, and the best time for Mt Fuji views.
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The 12 best things to do in Nagano for first-time visitors, from snow monkeys and Zenkoji Temple to skiing, Matsumoto Castle, onsen towns and soba.