Hakone Museum of Photography
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(483)This small museum focuses on landscape photography, primarily featuring bright and rare photos of Hakone and Mount Fuji. It's housed in a building with ancient Japanese architecture and is complemented by a beautiful garden with a tea house.
Address
1300-432 Gōra, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0408, Japan
Website
Opening Hours
10:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Thu)
Phone
+81 460-82-2717
Worth it?
Worth it if you're in the area and want a quiet, visually pleasing stop
Skip if you're expecting a large, interactive museum experience
Location
1300-432 Gōra, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0408, Japan
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Highlights
The gardens are meticulously maintained with large rocks, a cascading stream, and moss lawns, offering a serene view from the tea house.
The owner is a talented photographer, and the displayed landscape photos are noted for being bright and rare.
The ancient Japanese architecture of the museum itself is a significant draw, especially beautiful during the autumn season.
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Who it's for
Travelers with some free time who appreciate landscape photography and serene gardens, especially those interested in traditional Japanese architecture.
Know before you go
The museum is closed on Tuesdays.
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Reviews
4
Good
5 ReviewsMost reviewers appreciate the beautiful gardens and the serene tea house more than the photography exhibits, often suggesting it's a pleasant stop if you're in the vicinity but not a primary destination.
