The Hakone Open-Air Museum
The Hakone Open-Air Museum
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Art blends with nature at this huge outdoor sculpture park, where works by both Japanese and Western artists are framed by trees, grass and mountains.
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  • pandora m
    Singapore, Singapore242 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Must go if in Gora / Hakone
    First time to an open air museum and was blown away by the different installations. Many were very intriguing and was also engaging for the children. We spent a lot longer here than we expected. If not for the rush to the next destination, we could have spent at least 3 hours here. There is also a hot spring foot bath midway into the open air museum
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written December 9, 2023
  • Mark Harris
    Melbourne, Australia90 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Stunning!
    What a stunning place - not to be missed if you're in Hakone! Despite the amount of people that could be let in, the open space lets you appreciate every piece of art in your own time. Moves between contemporary, classical, and outdoor art. The stained-glass tower is a showstopper 😍
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written December 12, 2023
  • Liss55
    Sandringham, New Zealand7 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Brilliant
    Brilliant museum! I absolutely loved this place. So many intriguing and interesting sculptures, set in beautiful surrounds. The foot spring was perfect for a little rest and the Picasso exhibition was a highlight.
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written January 10, 2024
  • CantBeBothered18
    Adelaide, Australia143 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great way to showcase the sculptures
    The sculptures and landscape of this museum are amazing. We love how everything was put together - again showcasing how artistic and clever the Japanese are in their designs. The Picasso exhibition was also interesting. We love the stained glass tower the most due to its colour and the stories it tells. The grounds are so big that you can easily spend 2 hours here.
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written February 5, 2024
  • John and Deb K
    Karratha, Australia822 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Well Worth the Visit.
    This is a lovely open air museum with many interesting sculptures, the area is beautifully set out over the hills. The museum has some wonderful interactive pieces for children, many were having a ball. The museum has some indoor locations including one devoted to Picasso, which we found fascinating and learned a lot about the man. There is also a Cafe/restaurant.
    Visited April 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written April 3, 2024
  • msa23_2000
    Chino Hills, California1,455 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great outdoor art space
    Stopped by here for about an hour. It has some unique and beautiful sculptures and the stained glass tower is magnificent to stand in. While doing the Hakone loop - stop by and spend some time here. It wasn’t very crowded compared to everything else.
    Visited April 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written April 4, 2024
  • MapleLeafGirl123
    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia2,364 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Omoshiroi!
    I really loved this open-air museum in Hakone. I think it was the highlight of our trip. If I could go again tomorrow, I would. Just a lovely walk in autumn and the sculpture collection was diverse and well curated for the outdoor climate. There was a small collection of Henry Moore; to my surprise and wonder being a small town of Hakone. The Picasso building was also very interesting. Omoshiroi! Picasso’s pieces were not typical Picasso. It revealed his more divergent works; mainly ceramics with unusual applications. Bring good shoes. The pathways are sloped. I did see a wheelchair; but it wasn’t easy.
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written April 5, 2024
  • Darren L
    Burnaby, Canada124 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Highly recommended stop for Hakone-goers
    I enjoy but generally don't "love" museums, but this one was definitely an exception. The wide range and diversity of exhibits for all age groups ensured that you were engaged and attentive throughout. It also helps that it's located in a beautiful spot in Hakone, and on a sunny day, it looks amazing with the outdoor displays.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written April 9, 2024
  • Arne B
    Munich, Germany156 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Unexpectedly good
    I arrived around noon in Gora and was looking for things to do. As the options were limited I decided to visit this museum. If I had had more time, I'd probably done something different. However, I was pleasantly surprised by the way the museum is laid out and the artworks positioned in the landscape. If the weather is right and you have a few hours, thus is definitely a good option for the whole family.
    Visited April 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written April 15, 2024
  • TCPERTHWA
    Perth, Australia33 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Worth the visit even on a wet day
    On a very wet day we visited this museum. From underneath our umbrellas we enjoyed wandering around the grounds. The art ranged from whimical to challenging and confronting, and some was just odd. The whole family found something to enjoy. The location was stunning with clouds rolling across the mountains and thunder booming in the distance. We stayed for a couple of hours.
    Visited March 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written April 19, 2024
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Outside the country343 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2020 • Family
Great pathway. Easy walk. Amazing sculptures and presentation. Wonderful photo ops. A large cafe in the center with a foot bath just outside the door. It was hot and humid outside—so a warm foot bath was not so alluring. Closes at 5pm, which was ok - but as we made our way out, guided to the gift shop, they shoooed us out! Come on! If the outside museum closes at 5:00, then the gift shop needs to stay open till 6pm. We didn’t buy a thing because of that!
Written August 22, 2020
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Geeess
Rome, Italy2,144 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019
The open air museum tries to harmonize art and its natural surroundings through well placed artefact's. It has several sections of open air art and some indoors including moving exhibitions and a children's area. The Henry Moore is among the well known open air artefact's while Picasso's large collection has created a nice indoor space for viewing too.
Its a fascinating place to spend a day enjoying its scenic beauty and the art within. Ticket price is over 1000yen per head
Written January 3, 2020
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mazalea2012
Raleigh, NC127 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2019
We thoroughly enjoyed this visit exploring works by great European and Japanese artists under the sunshine. The Symphonic Sculpture was so cool to climb up through the prisms of color. Children's netted play space actually lured more than a few adults, too.
Written February 3, 2020
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ellen r
Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Canada117 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 • Family
What a gorgeous setting for many sculptures.
We spent 2 hours walking the grounds, appreciating the topography, views, and thoughtfully located sculptures throughout the site. There was a surprise/ reveal around every corner and along the paths.The restaurant was mediocre but had a great view.
Written February 23, 2020
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cpayne59
Salem, OR86 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019
We went into town to see the Hakone Museum of Art because of our interest in ceramics. We had some time after lunch and decided to walk over to the Open Air Museum (without having really researched it). We were blown away. Beautiful setting, well curated pieces. The two hours we had left were not enough to really appreciate everything. And this was on a cold, drizzling day. Can't imagine how nice it must be when the sun is out.
Written January 7, 2020
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Morrie G
Lincolnwood14 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2019
The Hakone Open-Air Museum is a great place to get away from the big cities and have a relaxing outdoor walk, surrounded by world-class modern art. The setting is wonderful. Admission includes the indoor Picasso museum. Close to a Shinkansen station and the town of Hakone. It's on my "must see" in my new book, MORE JAPAN FOR LESS.
Written January 15, 2020
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Jeff T.
40 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2019
We almost didn't go because the weather was cold, windy and rainy but we had an amazing time. It is not like a typical sculpture garden. It is beautifully laid out. Very architectural and filled with unexpected works of famous artists including an entire building devoted to Picasso ceramics. Who knew! Don't miss it if you are in the area. PLan to spend at least a morning or an afternoon. It'll be a highlight of your trip.
Written January 5, 2020
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Geoff W
5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020
What a great place to visit. Fresh air, world class exhibits and scenery to compliment a leisurely couple of hours walk. The Picasso centre was amazing- so much to see and learn about the artist. Not usually a great fan of museums, but this was a memorable morning excursion- and no crowds was a bonus. Would go again.
Written March 28, 2020
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GroovyM
Kobe, Japan298 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2021
There are many more art pieces that expected and the layout is very easy to follow and easy to see everything. It was great to climb the stairs inside the stain glass window tower. The Picasso exhibit was very interesting, we learned a lot of new information. There was an English description for all the art pieces.
Written March 10, 2021
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Irene T
Singapore, Singapore296 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022
The huge indoor Picasso exhibition seems to be the main draw. I’m not into art, so I don’t really get the hype about Picasso. I enjoyed the outdoor exhibition more. It’s more interactive and kid friendly. Since it’s a open air museum, winter might not be the best time to visit as it’s freezing cold.
Written December 27, 2022
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