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WINTER HOURS
Monday - Friday
10am - 4pm
last admission 3:30pm
Saturday - Sunday
11am - 4pm
last admission 3pm
UPCOMING EVENTS
Omotesenke Tea Ceremony Demonstration
Sunday December 6, 2026
12:00PM, 1:00 PM
Learn about the fundamental principles and experience the art of Japanese tea presented by Sensei John Larissou. Held in our Cultural Exchange Center, this 1 hour long public demonstration welcomes guests ages 5+.
CURRENT EXHIBITS
Finding Beauty in Nature
A Joint Exhibition by Aegis Gallery of Fine Art and Hakone Estate & Gardens
November 2–30, 2026 | Lower House at Hakone
Experience Finding Beauty in Nature, a special collaborative art exhibition featuring works by artists from Aegis Gallery of Fine Art. Set against the natural beauty of Hakone Estate & Gardens, the exhibition celebrates the inspiration, creativity, and connection found in the world around us.
Visitors are invited to explore a collection of artwork while enjoying the peaceful surroundings of the historic Japanese garden.
Art with a Purpose: Twenty-five percent of artwork sales will support the renovation of Hakone's beloved koi pond, helping preserve this treasured feature and improve accessibility for future generations.
Exhibition Celebration | November 8, 1–3 PM Join us for a special afternoon celebrating the exhibition and its artists.
on loan from John Cherbone
Located in the Lower House
Brilliant color, intricate detail, and centuries of craftsmanship come together in Shippō-yaki, the Japanese art of cloisonné. Delicate metal wires are carefully shaped to create intricate designs, then filled with layers of colored enamel to produce luminous, jewel-like works of art.
More than a decorative craft, Shippō-yaki reflects extraordinary precision, patience, and artistry. Experience the beauty of this remarkable Japanese tradition up close at Hakone and discover the craftsmanship hidden within every detail.
Chris Sicat
Cultural Exchange Center Art Exhibit
July - December 2026
Inspired by Hokusai's The Great Wave, UMI by Bay Area artist Chris Sicat explores the history of Prussian Blue and the international exchange of ideas that influenced Japanese art. Through immersive paintings and installation, Sicat's work reflects on the movement of materials, artistic traditions, and the enduring connection between art and nature.
Hakone Estate and Gardens is one of the oldest residential style Japanese gardens open to the public in the Western Hemisphere. First established as a private summer retreat in 1915, today Hakone is a treasured sanctuary connecting visitors of all ages with nature, culture, and history as they explore the tranquil beauty of our 18-acre grounds.
Stroll around Hakone's iconic hill and koi pond garden to immerse in a living museum of traditional Japanese landscaping, while surrounded by historic buildings authentically crafted in Japan over 100 years ago. Along with rotating art exhibits in our Cultural Exchange Center, Hakone hosts a variety of cultural events throughout the year, and is a premiere venue for private event rentals.
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