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Best Things to Do in Hakone, with kids
Children's Forest Wanpaku Land is 93% Kids-Friendly
Ages up to 12 get castle playgrounds, long roller slides, pony rides, mini train, many toilets, shade, and picnic space, so the park delivers a full, low-cost, high-energy day.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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The Hakone Open-Air Museum is 92% Kids-Friendly
Woods of Net, maze, towers, and detective game keep under-12s active; all included in ticket. Stroller loans, diaper rooms, and footbath give parents breaks along mostly smooth paths.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Natural History is 91% Kids-Friendly
Kids enter free and get wowed by full skeletons, interactive quiz films, and weekend craft studios, while wide passages and clear signs let parents keep sight lines and move strollers smoothly.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Hakone Sightseeing Cruise is 90% Kids-Friendly
Pirate statues, open decks, and hop-off ports engage school-age children, preschoolers ride free, and barrier-free decks aid safety; lack of play zones may bore some, but overall it suits kids well.
Recommended visit duration: 2–3 hours
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Hot Water Play Place Hakone no Yu is 90% Kids-Friendly
Children up to 12 get lazy river, slides, 30 cm pools, free life vests, and indoor play gym, yet parents must monitor closely because some pools are deep and can be crowded.
Recommended visit duration: 3–4 hours
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Lake Ashi Cruise is 88% Kids-Friendly
Kids love the pirate-ship décor, cannon sound buttons, and illusion corner; discounted fares and ability to hop off at parks add value, but parents must watch railings and stairs closely.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Hakone Day Trip from Tokyo: Mt. Fuji Views, Hot Springs & Museums!
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Hakone-en is 87% Kids-Friendly
Kids can pet animals, watch seal shows, jump in Fuwafuwa inflatables, join pottery classes and run on the huge lawn; child fares, toilets and level walkways keep supervision practical for parents.
Recommended visit duration: 1 day
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Odawara Dynacity is 87% Kids-Friendly
Children up to 12 can burn energy at paid Asobi Park, free play zone, arcade, animal café, plus child toilets; most areas are indoors and safe from weather.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
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Odawara Flower Garden is 87% Kids-Friendly
Kids can splash in the shallow summer fountain, spot water lilies, and join dye-craft workshops; lawns give play space, yet the lack of playground gear or rides may limit excitement.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Lake Ashi is 86% Kids-Friendly
Kids enjoy the pirate-ship, swan pedal boats and shoreline parks; fares are reduced, but parents must supervise near water and accept few dedicated playground structures.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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