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Lake Ashi Cruise

Hakone lake ashi | tranquilizing boat cruise.

Cruise on Lake Ashi provides a beautiful view of Lake Ashi, a lake formed in the caldera of Mount Hakone after the volcano’s last eruption 3,000 years ago. Today, Lake Ashi is often pictured with Mount Fuji in the background as a symbol of Hakone. The best views of the lake in combination with Mt. Fuji can be enjoyed from Moto-Hakone, Hakone Detached Palace Garden, and from sightseeing boats cruising the lake. Note however, that clouds and poor visibility often block the view of Mt. Fuji, and you must consider yourself very lucky if you get a clear view of the mountain. Colder seasons and early mornings and late evenings often provide better views of the mountain. A boat cruise from one end of the lake to the other takes roughly 30 minutes. At the northern end of the lake, the Hayakawa River runs through Miyanoshita. The tranquilizing boat cruise is included in our most tours at Japan Deluxe Tours.

A boat cruise from one end of the lake to the other takes roughly 30 minutes. At the northern end of the lake, the Hayakawa River runs through Miyanoshita. The tranquilizing boat cruise is included in our most tours at Japan Deluxe Tours.

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Hakone Ashinoko (Lake Ashi) Boat Cruise

Hakone Ashinoko(Lake Ashi) Boat Cruise have double hulls, so they have superior stability and twice the width.

The observation deck in particular provides 360-degree views. You can take a 30-minute excursion from the port at Hakone Sekisho-ato Port or the Moto-hakone Port. You can tour the southern half of Lake Ashinoko and view the Hakone Sekisho(Checkpoint) and the red torii archway of Hakone-jinja Shrine from on board the boat. On clear days, you can view Mt. Fuji, which is a registered world cultural heritage site, as you enjoy your short trip on the lake at Hakone. Regularly scheduled boats link the four ports of the Hakone Sekisho-ato Port, Moto-hakone Port, Hakone-en Port, and Kojiri Port. *In the event of thick fog, strong wind, or other inclement weather, boat schedules may be altered or trips canceled.

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Hakone, Lake Ashi Cruise & Owakudani Tour – From Tokyo

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Our Hakone, Lake Ashi Cruise & Owakudani Tour – From Tokyo will take you to one of Japan’s most famous places! Start your day by traveling from Tokyo to Hakone, where you’ll enjoy a sightseeing Lake Ashi cruise on a retro Hakone pirate ship on Lake Ashi. Take in the beautiful scenery of the Hakone area. Next, you will hop on the cable car and ascend Owakudani – also known as the Great Boiling Valley. Explore the volcanic valley, which was formed by eruption over 4000 years ago. Partake in the unique opportunity to buy a famous Kuro-tamago (black-boiled egg), which legends say will add 7 years to your life. The last stop of your adventure will be the Gotemba Premium Outlet, where you’ll have the chance to shop brand names with the lowest prices in Japan or relax at the natural Onsen.

Our Hakone, Lake Ashi Cruise & Owakudani Tour – From Tokyo combines nature, fashion, and relaxation in one day. This tour is available with guaranteed departures, so book your spot today!

Hakone, Lake Ashi Cruise & Owakudani Tour – From Tokyo Highlights

• Take a Lake Ashi cruise and enjoy the breathtaking beauty of Hakone
• Explore the volcanic valley of Owakudani and take unforgettable pictures
• Enjoy the stunning panoramic view of Mount Fuji from the cable car
• Relax at a natural Onsen or take some time for shopping at the Gotemba Premium Outlet

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Plan Your Hakone Trip

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Onsen (Hot Springs)

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• Hakone-Yumoto
• Miyanoshita, Kowakidani, Gora
• Sengokuhara, Owakudani, Togendai
• Motohakone, Hakonemachi, Old Tokaido road

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Hakone-Yumoto Station

Gora Station

Sounzan Station

Owakudani Station

Togendai Station & Port

Hakonemachi-ko

Motohakone-ko

• Sengoku Bus Stop

Odawara Station

Gotemba Station

Mishima Station

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• Hakone Sightseeing Cruise

What is the Hakone Sightseeing Cruise?

Approx. 25-40 minute sightseeing cruise from Togendai-ko to Hakone-machi-ko/Moto-Hakone-ko. The Hakone scenery seen from the lake is completely beautiful. In the ship, 3D art and pirate objects, etc., can be enjoyed by children and adults alike.

Grand nature from the ship

This sightseeing ship navigates Lake Ashi like a pirate ship! At present there are 3 different design pirate ships! Don’t miss prime spots with Mt. Fuji and the laketop torii gate of Hakone-jinja shrine both in the same view! As well as the views to be had around the lake, the details on the ship are also a sight not to miss!

Special room

Special room can be enjoyed at an additional charge to the normal fare! As there is limited ticket sale to the special room, guests can enjoy a luxury space without crowds and a great view from the front of the ship. Enjoy a luxury style cruise!

Chartered cruise

Enjoy a gracious cruise on an extravagant, gorgeous pirate ship. Why not use it for charters for big groups of people or even to play the scene for special events such as wedding proposals or surprises.

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Hakone Freepass

Hakone Freepass – for those visiting Hakone for the first time as well as frequent visitors. Please enjoy a good-value, convenient trip to Hakone.

Tozan bus/sightseeing cruise‘ASHINOKO 2－Day Pass’

Reach Lake Ashi direct by bus! Recommended for Lake Ashi sightseeing including Hakone-jinja shrine, sightseeing cruise, etc.

About the sightseeing cruise

How long time is required?

One way. Approx. 25 ~ 35 minutes (※1) Return　Approx. 70 ~ 90 minutes (※2) ※1 One-way is from Hakone-machi-ko/Moto-Hakone-ko to Togendai-ko, or from Togendai-ko to Hakone-machi-ko/Moto-Hakone-ko. ※2 Please note that more time will be required for some cruises during the winter season timetable (Dec. 1 to Mar. 19).

Please see the following for how to access Hakone.

Please tell me how to access Hakone (Lake Ashi).

Can I bring my pet onboard?

Yes. However, you will need to keep it in a cage or bag, etc. Cages can be rented for free from the entrance. (2 available at each port.) ※ Please note large dogs (excl. guide dogs) cannot be brought onboard. ※ Pets in slings cannot be accepted. (Please be sure the whole body is covered.)

Can wheelchair users board in their wheelchair?

Yes. All 3 ships are barrier-free. A wheelchair can be rented for free. (1 available at each port)

Can I bring a bicycle onboard?

Yes. A special luggage fare (600 yen per bicycle) is charged. Please note there is a limit to the number of bicycles that can be brought on.

Can I reserve?

Only groups of 15 members or more can make reservations. (For group reservations, call 0460-83-6325) Reservation is here

Is there a restaurant onboard?

There are drinks and snacks available for purchase. There is no restaurant.

What type of room is the special room?

A luxury room where there is limited access so compared to the normal room, guests can relax. However, there is no seat designation. An additional fare is charged as well as the normal fare.

How many minutes before can I board?

Boarding opens about 5-10 minutes before and passengers will be guided onto the ship.

Is there a toilet onboard?

All 3 ships have toilets. In addition, there are also accessible toilets.

Would the sightseeing cruise service be suspended? For what reason would that be?

In conditions where safe voyage would be hindered, such as heavy fog or strong wind, etc., the departure time or destination might be changed, or the service may be suspended.

About tickets

Can credit cards, etc., be used to purchase tickets?

Yes. JCB, VISA, Mastercard, American Express, DC card, NICOS, Dinersclub, China Union Pay, PASMO and Suica cards are accepted.

Can I board using the Hakone Freepass?

If it is within the validity period, the normal room can be used unlimited times. ※ To use the special room, an additional charge is required for each use.

Where can I purchase a Sightseeing cruise/ropeway unlimited use pass?

It can be purchased at each sightseeing cruise/ropeway platform. ・Please enquire for the final sale time of each sales office. ・Depending on weather conditions, sale might be suspended.

Is there a carpark?

Yes. Togendai-ko Approx. 40 spaces (free), Approx. 200 spaces (charged), Hakone-machi-ko Approx. 200 spaces (free), Moto-Hakone-ko Approx. 70 spaces (charged). ※ Charged parking spaces are not affiliated with our company so the cost is charged to the customer.

Are there any coin lockers?

At Togendai-ko, there are coin lockers in the Togendai terminal premises. At Moto-Hakone-ko, they are at the front Hakone Tozan Bus platform.

Station Guide

Segoku Bus Stop

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Lake Ashinoko

Lake Ashinoko (���m��, Ashinoko) was formed in the caldera of Mount Hakone after the volcano's last eruption 3000 years ago. Today, the lake with Mount Fuji in the background is the symbol of Hakone . The lake's shores are mostly undeveloped except for small towns in the east and north and a couple of lakeside resort hotels.

The best views of the lake in combination with Mount Fuji can be enjoyed from Moto-Hakone (a few steps south from the sightseeing boat pier), from the Hakone Detached Palace Garden and from the sightseeing boats cruising the lake.

Note however, that clouds and poor visibility often block the view of Mount Fuji , and you have to consider yourself lucky if you get a clear view of the mountain. Visibility tends to be better during the colder seasons of the year than in summer, and in the early morning and late afternoon hours.

Two companies, Hakone Sightseeing Boats and Ashinoko Sightseeing Boats, operate boats from Moto-Hakone and Hakone-machi at the lake's southern shores to Togendai at the lake's northern end (25-40 minutes, 1200 yen one way) and Hakone-en at the eastern shore (15-30 minutes, 780 yen one way). The Hakone Free Pass is valid on the pirate ship-shaped Hakone Sightseeing Boats but not on the Ashinoko Sightseeing Boats to/from Hakone-en.

Getting there and around

From odawara and hakone-yumoto.

Frequent buses connect Odawara via Hakone-Yumoto with Moto-Hakone and Hakone-machi at the southern end of Lake Ashinoko. The one way journey from Odawara takes about 50 minutes and costs 1340 yen. From Hakone-Yumoto it takes about 35 minutes and costs 1080 yen. The Hakone Free Pass is valid on Hakone Tozan buses (bus line H) but not on Izuhakone buses (bus line Z).

There is also a frequently served Hakone Tozan Bus line from Odawara via Hakone-Yumoto to Togendai at the northern end of Lake Ashinoko (bus line T). The one way journey from Odawara takes about 50 minutes, costs 1440 yen and is covered by the Hakone Free Pass . From Hakone-Yumoto it takes about 35 minutes and costs 1180 yen.

A slow and scenic way of approaching Lake Ashinoko from Odawara or Hakone-Yumoto is taking the Hakone Tozan Railway to Gora, followed by a cablecar and ropeway ride to Togendai at the northern end of of the lake. From Togendai one can continue by sightseeing boat to Moto-Hakone or Hakone-machi. The whole journey is covered by the Hakone Free Pass .

From Mishima

There are buses from Mishima Station to Hakone-machi and Moto-Hakone (bus line N, operated by Numazu Tozan Tokai Bus) every hour. The one way journey from Mishima to Moto-Hakone takes about 50 minutes and costs 1050 yen. The Hakone Free Pass is valid on these buses.

From Gotemba

There are two buses per hour between Gotemba Station and the northern and eastern shores of Lake Ashinoko (bus lines V and W, operated by Odakyu Hakone Highway Bus). The one way journey from Gotemba to Togendai takes about 30 minutes and costs 1040 yen. The Hakone Free Pass is valid on these buses.

There are buses (operated by Izuhakone Bus) from Atami Station to Hakone-machi every hour. The one way journey takes about 60 minutes and costs 1290 yen. The Hakone Free Pass is not valid on Izuhakone buses.

How to get to and around Hakone

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