Experience Hakone
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See Visitor Info for hours and fees.​
Currently Blooming
​Updated on March 20, 2025​​​
- Camellia
- Flowering quince​
- Cheery blossoms 10%​ blooming
News and Updates
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Join us for our annual private VIP Hanami Night on March 26, in benefit of our Koi Pond Renovation Campaign. Click here for more details.
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Hakone daytime admission tickets for March 15th through April 20th as well as Night Viewing tickets are available for purchase online.
Daytime admission tickets
Night Viewing admission tickets -
The Sunday Public Tea Ceremony starts in April. Click here for more details.
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The CEC exhibition from January 7th through June: "Stumbling into Beauty: Japan through a contemplative lens," by photographer and architect Bonnie Blake-Drucker. See more details here.
Photography at Hakone
Hakone is beautiful in every season and photography for personal use is encouraged. However, a photography permit is required if you plan to use the gardens as a backdrop for your photo shoot. See Visitor Info or email the events office for more information.
About Hakone Estate and Gardens
One of the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s premier sites and 100 years old, Hakone is one of the old Japanese estate, retreat and gardens in the Western Hemisphere. Hakone has also been on the National Register of Historic Places since 2013. 18 acres of magnificent beauty is nestled in the verdant hills of Saratoga overlooking Silicon Valley.
Open Hakone's History to read more about us.
Support Hakone Estate and Gardens
Your donation supports our operation and garden improvements. Visit Donate to Hakone for how you can help us.
Becoming a member is another way to help us. You receive discounts at the Hakone Gift Shop and some other benefits. See Membership for more information.
