Question 1

How do I get there from the nearest station?

Accepted Answer

About 2 minutes' walk from Chokoku-no-Mori Station on the Hakone Tozan Railway. The museum entrance comes into view as soon as you leave the train.

Question 2

Does the Hakone Free Pass give a discount?

Accepted Answer

Showing a Hakone Free Pass gives 100 yen off admission. Buying a web ticket in advance on the official website gives 200 yen off, which is better value.

Question 3

Is it enjoyable for children?

Accepted Answer

The hands-on artworks children can climb inside, the Soap Bubble Castle and the Woods of Net, are popular. As you can wander the outdoor gardens freely while enjoying the art, it is highly recommended for families.

Question 4

How long should I allow?

Accepted Answer

Allow about 2-3 hours to view the outdoor gardens, the Picasso Pavilion and the indoor galleries thoroughly. Including the foot bath and a break at a restaurant, you can spend half a day to a full day here.

Question 5

What are the opening hours and admission fee?

Accepted Answer

Open 9:00-17:00 (last admission 16:30), all year round. Admission is 2,000 yen for general visitors, 1,600 yen for high school and university students, 800 yen for elementary and junior high school students, and 1,000 yen for holders of a disability certificate (the same rate for one accompanying person). Buying a web ticket in advance on the official website is 200 yen cheaper.

Question 6

Is there a foot bath?

Accepted Answer

There is a foot bath area using hot spring water from a source on the grounds. You can relax while looking at the mountains of Hakone and enjoy the blend of art and nature distinctive to an open-air museum.

Question 7

Are there restaurants or cafes?

Accepted Answer

There are three restaurants on site where you can eat while enjoying views of the Hakone mountains. The shop also sells goods themed on the works.

Question 8

What works are displayed?

Accepted Answer

About 120 works by leading modern and contemporary sculptors from Japan and abroad, including Rodin, Bourdelle, Maillol and Moore, are permanently displayed in the outdoor gardens. The Picasso Pavilion also presents one of the world's finest collections of Picasso's paintings, ceramics and prints.

Question 9

What is the Picasso Pavilion?

Accepted Answer

It is a dedicated building presenting one of the world's finest collections of Pablo Picasso's paintings, ceramics and prints. Themed displays such as Picasso's Challenge: Transformations of Form show how he worked with a range of materials and techniques.

Question 10

Can I enjoy it on a rainy day?

Accepted Answer

The main displays are outdoors, but there are also five indoor exhibition spaces including the Picasso Pavilion and the Main Gallery, so you can still enjoy the art indoors in the rain.

Question 11

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

The museum has a car park. As it is only about 2 minutes' walk from Chokoku-no-Mori Station on the Hakone Tozan Railway, coming by train is also recommended.

Question 12

What is the address?

Accepted Answer

1121 Ninotaira, Hakone Town, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa Prefecture

Question 13

When is it closed?

Accepted Answer

Open all year round.

Question 14

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

General 2,000 yen, high school and university students 1,600 yen, elementary and junior high school students 800 yen (holders of a disability certificate 1,000 yen).

Question 15

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Parking is available. Please check the official information for details.

Question 16

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

About 2 minutes' walk from Chokoku-no-Mori Station on the Hakone Tozan Railway.

Question 17

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

9:00-17:00 (last admission 16:30)

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