Hakone is a picturesque resort near mountains and lakes, attractive for lovers of art and travel. Here, museum routes naturally intertwine with nature: walks along green slopes, views of mountain lakes and art objects in the open air create an atmosphere where every stop becomes an experience.
One of the region’s top attractions is the Open Air Museum, Japan’s first art museum founded in 1969. Its exposition includes five exhibition halls and spacious street areas, where sculptures and installations of Japanese and foreign masters are placed; the internal collection complements street compositions with rare works and thematic collections. Around Hakone there are also small private and thematic museums dedicated to the history of the region, crafts and nature, which makes it easy to make a variety of excursion routes for a few hours and for the whole day.
The museum life of Hakone is dynamic: temporary exhibitions of contemporary art and retrospectives are regularly opened in the city, and in the season imported exhibitions from other regions and countries come. The summer and autumn months are traditionally rich in new projects, and museums participate in general cultural events and festivals, offering special programs and author's excursions. Keep an eye out for the poster – so you won’t miss rare collections and themed shows.
Come to Hakon to feel the unique museum atmosphere and make your journey rich and deep. Book excursions with private guides: local specialists will make personal routes, share little-known stories of exhibits and help to see in museums what remains behind the scenes of ordinary tours. Take a step towards inspiration and plan your trip now.
