Hakone travel guide
Japan · Kanagawa, near Tokyo · Nature & Parks
The classic loop — switchback railway, volcanic valley ropeway, a pirate-ship lake cruise, an open-air sculpture museum, and onsen — all on one transport pass.
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Hakone questions
When is the best time to visit Hakone?
Year-round; clearest Mt. Fuji views Dec-Feb.
How many days do you need in Hakone?
2 days (1 night onsen stay) is a comfortable first trip.
Do Filipinos need a visa for Japan?
Visa required for a Philippine passport. Tourist visa needed, usually filed through an accredited travel agency; a limited eVisa scheme has been expanding. Rules change — confirm with the embassy before booking.
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Visa rules change and have exceptions — treat this as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official immigration site before booking.
