What other travelers are saying about Hakone Gora Park
You can enter free with Hakone Free Pass. Not very big but really scenary. There are lots of maple tree with mountain view of the sky is clear. Is raining when I visit but it is still very very nice. There are more than 10 craft activities available.
This is a beautiful French garden with a little Japanese touch, great combination. I saw very cool and interesting species of plants. Highly recommended in addition that it is included in your Hakone free pass.
A very well layed out park with French origins. You don’t have to walk miles to see things but there is much to see and enjoy. Like any park or garden it does depend on the seasons as to what you see. The park is in Hakone high up in the hills which creates for a very unique climate and therefore an opportunity to see things which you would not see elsewhere at that time of year.
It has a really interesting craft centre, properly organised and run to quite a high level.
The shops and restaurants are not tacky in any way or ridiculously expensive.
Loved the rose ice cream real value for money especially with the coupon at the entrance!
Toilets and other facilities are way up to standard nothing old and just about to break or smelly!! And clean!!!
Easy to get to with ample parking areas. Station nearby if needed!
About 5-10min walk from Gora station. If you alight the cable car 1 station before Gora station, you save some energy walking 5min up slope. Free entry if you have the Hakone Freepass. Came in Dec, guess it’s not the best time to see blooming flowers. There are cafes and craft shops inside the garden.
The park is small but very beautiful, designed in a European style, with a fountain and a café in the center. It's a 15-minute walk from Gora Station. If you plan to extend your Hakone Loop tour, there's no need to return to Gora Station after the park. You can exit the park directly at Koen-Kami Station or Koen-Shimo Station and continue your ride. The entire park is small and can be walked around in an hour. Although the park is on the classic Hakone Lopp, it's difficult to combine both in one day, especially for those visiting Hakone from Tokyo for just one day. Ideally, spend at least two days in Hakone, allowing you to leisurely visit the museums and parks rather than rushing the entire route to finish before dark.
Take the Hakone Tozan Railway to Gora Station, then transfer to the Hakone Tozan Cable Car and get off at Koen-Kami Station. The park entrance is just a 1-minute walk from the station. You can also use the Hakone Free Pass for discounted transportation and admission to Gora Park.
Hakone Gora Park features beautiful French formal gardens, seasonal flower displays including cherry blossoms and azaleas, a greenhouse with tropical plants, pottery and glass-blowing workshops, a tea house, and stunning views of the surrounding Hakone mountains. The park is especially popular during spring and autumn seasons.
Yes, Hakone Gora Park is worth visiting for its well-maintained botanical gardens, peaceful atmosphere, and cultural activities. Most visitors spend 1-2 hours exploring the gardens, greenhouse, and participating in craft workshops. It's an excellent complement to other Hakone attractions like Owakudani and Lake Ashi.
Hakone Gora Park is open year-round with different seasonal highlights. Spring (April-May) offers cherry blossoms and azaleas, summer features lush greenery, autumn (October-November) displays beautiful fall colors, and winter provides a serene snow-covered landscape. Spring and autumn are considered the most popular seasons for visiting.
