Hakone-en Station (with baby)
How Baby-Friendly is Hakone-en Station?
Free stroller rentals, nursing room, diaper tables, flat promenades, and free infant fares ease visits, but some ropeway stairs and gusty summit decks require extra carrying and care.
Positives:
- Baby-friendly Entry: Children under 4 enter aquarium free and ride ropeway and cruise for free on lap.
- Free Stroller Rental: Get a free stroller at the aquarium entrance or info desk to avoid carrying gear.
Challenges:
- Jolting Splash Rides: The ninja bus can jolt when entering the water; hold your baby securely on your lap.
- No Hot-water in Nursing Room: The nursing room lacks a heater; ask Prince Bakery staff to warm bottles or food.
What is so special about Hakone-en Station for with baby?
- Free aquarium entry and stroller rental ease baby care.
- Unique ninja bus splash ride with free infant lap seat.
- Panoramic Mt Fuji views from the Komagatake Ropeway.
- Smooth lakeside promenade ideal for stroller walks.
- Gentle boat cruises and seal shows entertain all ages.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Time to enjoy the aquarium, ropeway, boat cruise and lakeside stroll with breaks for baby care.
Baby-Friendly Activities in Hakone-en Station
Hakone-en Aquarium:
Sea- and freshwater tanks at 723m with seals, penguins and diver shows.
Tip: Use stroller rental at the entrance. Check seal show times at 11:00 and 13:00. Baby under 4 enters free.
Ninja Bus Water Spider:
Amphibious bus that splashes into Lake Ashi.
Tip: Reserve 15 min before departure. Hold baby securely on your lap. Choose center seats to reduce jolts.
Komagatake Ropeway:
7-minute cable car from Hakone-en Station to Mt. Komagatake summit.
Tip: Confirm free boarding for babies at the ticket counter. Fold stroller before boarding. Go on clear days for Mt Fuji views.
Lakeside Promenade:
Flat paved path along Lake Ashi shore next to the station.
Tip: Ideal for pushchairs. Stop at benches for lake and mountain views.
Lake Ashinoko Sightseeing Boat:
Gentle cruise from Hakone-en to Kojiri or Motohakone.
Tip: Buy tickets at the dock. Pick deck seats for open-air views. Confirm infant life-jacket availability.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Aquarium tickets (2 adults) | JPY 3,000 |
| Komagatake Ropeway round-trip (2 adults) | JPY 3,600 |
| Lake Boat Cruise tickets (2 adults) | JPY 2,960 |
| Ninja Bus Water Spider tickets (2 adults) | JPY 4,800 |
| Total Estimated | JPY 14,360 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
When is the best time to visit Hakone-en Station?
Early April’s cherry blossoms line the lakeside path. Mid-November brings red maple leaves near the ropeway summit. On clear winter mornings the ropeway offers crisp Mt Fuji views.
How to Maximize Your Visit to Hakone-en Station
- Book Ropeway Early: Buy ropeway tickets when you arrive to avoid afternoon lines and secure baby spots.
- Check Show Schedules: Note seal and diver show times at the aquarium (11:00, 13:00, 13:45) to match your visit.
- Visit Off-peak: Arrive before 10:00 to use nursing room while quiet and to avoid crowds on paths.
Map of Hakone-en Station
Address: Motohakone, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0522, Japan
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Reviews of Hakone-en Station
Ann Fu
I took my 93-year-old mother on the ride. She has difficulty walking and uses a cane. There is an elevator up to the boarding area. However, to get on and off the gondola, you have to go up and down some fairly steep stairs, and there is no priority boarding, so it is difficult to get a seat inside the gondola. Therefore, it is best to assume that people with walking difficulties will not be able ...
詹德仲
It’s great to take the cable car and pirate ship to see the scenery of Lake Ashi!
Irene Willcocks
Foggy but still beautiful. No view but that was made up for the looming presence on the temple.
あじふらい
I climbed up, and it was so scary that I closed my eyes and kept chanting to myself, "This is the Yamanote Line, this is the Yamanote Line, this is..." So why do I ride it? I'm afraid of heights.
チタオチャン
I have been coming to Hakone since I was a child, but this was the first time I went up to the Komagatake Ropeway. At this time of year, at an altitude of about 1300m, I thought I would be able to see the leaves at different stages of autumn. Unfortunately, it was the transitional period from sunny to cloudy, and there were only about 20 to 30 foreigners there. It is a famous spot from which to vi...
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