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10 Museums in Hakone-machi That You Shouldn't Miss
Nestled in the mountains, Hakone's trains, trails, and gondolas showcase the breathtaking vistas of Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, including close views of Mt. Fuji. The sulfurous steam from the region's volcanic activity fuels natural hot springs, the centerpieces of the many spas and resorts.
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1. The Hakone Open-Air Museum
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4.5 based on 2,729 reviews
Art blends with nature at this huge outdoor sculpture park, where works by both Japanese and Western artists are framed by trees, grass and mountains.
Reviewed By rodrigolaniado - Shanghai, China
It was truly amazing It was my first open air museum and won’t be the last The sculptures are incredible and go perfectly with the impecable gardens Also you have plenty Picasso art which gives a good contrast with the outside exposures
2. Lalique Museum Hakone
3. Hakone Museum of Art
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4.5 based on 239 reviews
Reviewed By venividivice - Ko Samui, Thailand
For many people, the attraction here will largely lie in the exceptionally beautiful gardens. Part of them consist of a shady moss-covered area and part of a more formal display of Japanese shrubs and trees. The whole thing amounts to what I think is the best small garden I have ever visited in Japan. We were there on an overcast day in late May, but I would imagine it would be gorgeous whatever time you visit - autumn especially of course. The museum itself provides a relatively small exhibition of Japanese artefacts that will likely only turn on an expert or aficionado of historically important porcelain and ceramics. For the layman, not much of stunning beauty or interest. Free parking is available across the street, and you can get a discounted joint ticket for the museum/grounds plus Gora Park nearby (also worth a visit)
4. Pola Museum of Art
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4.5 based on 785 reviews
Reviewed By yshargal - Haifa, Israel
The building itself is worth a visit. This is not meant to detract from the interesting, worthwhile exposition of modern art. You can actually walk to it from Gora train station. Don’t miss
5. Hakone Craft House
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4.5 based on 59 reviews
Experience the fun and excitement of creating some works alongside expert craftsmen (and women) . Glassblowing Sessions Ceramics Handbuilding Sessions Ceramics Pottery Wheel Session Lampwork Bead Session Vintage Glass Bead Session Sandblasting Session CRAFTHOUSE GALLERY features a number of items such as glassware, ceramics, and art pieces on sale made by young crafters and artisans. Specially selected handmade craft goods and accessories are also on display and for sale.
Reviewed By DellaG_12 - Coquitlam, Canada
This is a wonderful group of contemporary buildings that offers a creative space for visitors to try their hand at crafting their own jewelry, pottery and glassware etc It is also a great area to view finished products for purchase. The craft house is located in a lovely woodland setting within Gora park . One would be tempted to try pottery or creating a glass product if you were staying in the area for a longer duration. Better to purchase a finish product that you can take with you.
6. Honma Yosegi Art Museum
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4.5 based on 16 reviews
7. Okada Museum of Art
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4.5 based on 261 reviews
The Okada Museum of Art opened in Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan in 2013. Okada Museum of Art displays approximately 450 artworks. Japan’s leading artists including Katsushika Hokusai, Kitagawa Utamaro, Tawaraya Sotatsu, and Ito Jakuchu,all have their artwork on display here so this museum is definitely a must-see. In front of the mural “Wind/Time” depicting the Wind God and Thunder God are footbaths with constantly flowing 100% natural hot spring water (No hydrolysis-warming). This alkaline hot spring water is perfect for relaxing after enjoying the Museum. A restaurant is also located on the grounds, making this an art museum you can enjoy your entire day in.
Reviewed By mazalea2012 - Raleigh, United States
The collection at this private museum outside of Hakone is a marvel. Each successive room filled with beautiful screens, exquisite pottery and vases, sculpture, bowls and textiles is unsurpassed. We could have spent more time there because of the many well curated treasures here.
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9. Little Prince Museum
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4.0 based on 524 reviews
The Little Prince Museum is the world’s only museum devoted to The Little Prince. It was created as part of the worldwide celebration of the birth centennial of author Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. The museum, which explores Saint-Exupéry’s life, also features a French townscape and European garden, set within the lush natural beauty of Hakone.
Reviewed By tohxinru - Singapore, Singapore
The Little Prince Museum exhibition hall is hidden inside the fake French shops, and judging by some reviews it looks like some visitors missed entering the exhibition hall. The exhibition describes Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's life and The Little Prince story, but the exhibition panels are almost entirely in Japanese. You can rent an audio guide in Japanese, English, or Mandarin for 200 yen. You can also borrow a free guide book in different languages. Photography is not allowed in the second floor of the exhibition hall, but it is laid out in an immersive and interesting manner. You can also visit little booths within the exhibition where you can chop on the brochure to complete the illustrations. The small gardens contain statues of illustrations from the book, such as the people on different planets whom The Little Prince met. The staff members were friendly and offered to take photographs of us in the gardens. The museum shop sells many The Little Prince merchandise such as magnets and mugs. The restaurant sells themed desserts (starting from 11am) and meals (starting from 11.30am) for 1000+ yen. For example, for 1300 yen without set / 1750 yen with set, you can have rice omelette in the shape of a boa constrictor digesting an elephant. I spent 3 hours here including lunch. I recommend The Little Prince Museum for those who have read and enjoyed the The Little Prince or other books by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. Minimally, one should have at least watched The Little Prince movie. If not, this museum will probably be meaningless to those who have no clue what The Little Prince is about. There are lockers in various sizes next to the entrance where you can stash your bags for free, though you can lock them for 100 yen if your bags contain valuables. If you only want to visit The Little Prince Museum, you can download the HIS Coupon app, in which you can download a 200 yen discount coupon for The Little Prince Museum. If you are visiting several museums, there are combination tickets for The Little Prince Museum and Pola Museum of Art (adult 2600 yen) / Lalique Museum Hakone (adult 2600 yen) / Hakone Venetian Glass Museum (adult 2400 yen) / Hakone Botanical Garden of Wetlands (adult 1900 yen), Hakone-En Aquarium (adult 2500 yen). The duration of the Odakyu Hakone Highway Bus ride from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to The Little Prince Museum is around 2h and costs 1900 yen. The duration of the Odakyu Hakone Highway Bus ride from Gotemba Station to The Little Prince Museum is around 25min and costs around 700 to 800 yen.
10. Hakone Venetian Glass Museum
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4.0 based on 876 reviews
Reviewed By JRP-Bkk - Bangkok, Thailand
I was expecting a “ vases in glass cases “ museum instead the exhibits included work by some of the world’s best known glass artists including Dale Chihuly and collaborative works with Pablo Picasso and Marc Chagal . Truly impressive !! The pizza’s good as well . Overall anexcellent visit especially on a rainy day with the onset of Typhoon Hagibis.
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