Miyagino Hayakawa Embankment in Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture, is one of the most famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Hakone, with its 600-meter-long rows of cherry trees. Although located in one of the most famous hot spring resorts in the Kanto region, this is a not widely known cherry blossom viewing spot. This is a great place to enjoy both hot springs and cherry blossoms.
The Hayakawa Embankment is lined with approx. 120 Someiyoshino cherry trees, creating a beautiful tunnel of cherry blossoms in spring. There is also a more gorgeous row of weeping cherry trees.
Here are the cherry blossom viewing times in 2025 and tourists attractions in the area!
Table of Contents
1. Cherry Blossoms at Miyagino Hayakawa Embankment in Hakone
2. Cherry blossom forecast and best time to view
・Expected date of bloom and full bloom in 2025
3. Cherry Blossom Illumination
4. Recommended Cherry Blossom Spots in Hakone
・Promenade along the Hayakawa Embankment
・Miyagino Daimonji Bridge
・Between Miyagino Onsen Kaikan and the bank of Route 138
5. Recommended Day Trip Onsen in Hakone
・Miyagino
・Gora
・Sengokubara
・Kowakudani
7. Access to Miyagino, Hakone
・by train and bus
・by car
1. Cherry Blossoms at Miyagino Hayakawa Embankment in Hakone
Miyagino is one of the most historic hot spring resorts in Hakone. A beautiful row of Someiyoshino cherry trees stretches for about 600 meters along the Hayakawa River, which flows through the center of the area.
Someiyoshino cherry trees usually bloom from late March to mid-April, and a pink tunnel appears when they are in full bloom. The contrast between the cherry blossoms reflected on the river surface and the mountains of Hakone rising in the distance is beautiful, making it a popular photo spot. You can also enjoy gorgeous weeping cherry trees there.
At night, the “Cherry Blossom Festival Illumination” is held and the pale pink flowers are illuminated to create a fantastic scene.
Address: 626-11 Miyagino Hakonemachi Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa
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2. Cherry blossom forecast and best time to view
The best time to view the cherry blossoms at Miyagino Hayakawa Embankment in Hakone is usually from late March to mid-April.
However, the blooming time may vary depending on the weather and temperature, so you should check the latest blooming status.
According to the official Instagram of Hakone Town Miyaginokiga Tourist Association, as of 13 March, the growth rate of flower buds is 46%, steadily growing from flower buds to buds!
・Expected date of bloom: April 6, 2025
・Expected date of full bloom: April 13 – 19, 2025
Last year, the full bloom date was April 8. The best time to see the flowers is about a week after they are in full bloom. This year is expected to be colder than usual, delaying the blooming period, but we can enjoy for a longer period!
*Hakone Town Miyaginokiga Tourist Association Official Web Site Official Instagram
3. Cherry Blossom Illumination
During the cherry blossom season, the Hayakawa Embankment is illuminated, allowing visitors to enjoy fantastic nighttime scenery.
Illuminated period: 1 -20 April, 2025
Time: 18:00-21:00
*The period may be extended depending on the blooming of cherry blossoms.
4. Recommended Cherry Blossom Spots in Hakone
Recommended spots for viewing cherry blossoms and taking pictures for SNS.
Promenade along the Hayakawa Embankment
The promenade leading from Miyagino Bridge toward Kiga is a spot where you can feel the cherry blossoms up close. While taking a stroll, it is a luxurious moment to stop occasionally to admire the arch of cherry blossoms.
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Miyagino Daimonji Bridge
A 3-minute walk from the Miyagino bus stop, from the center of Daimonji Bridge, looking out over both banks of the Hayakawa River, you can see a panoramic view of the rows of Someiyoshino cherry trees along the river. The view from here is recommended as a superb spot with the cherry blossoms spreading out on both sides and the Hakone mountains in the background!
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Between Miyagino Onsen Kaikan and the bank of Route 138
You can enjyoy not only Someiyoshino cherry blossoms but also gorgeous weeping cherry trees at Miyagino Hayakawa Embankment.
5. Recommended Day Trip Onsen in Hakone
*This photo is for illustrative purposes.
Hakone is one of the most popular hot spring resorts in Japan and easily accessible from the Tokyo area. After viewing cherry blossoms, please take your time to relax and refresh yourself in the hot springs!
Miyagino
Hakonemachi Miyagino Onsen Kaikan
Address: 922 Miyagino Hakonemachi Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa
Business Hours: 10:00 – 21:00 (Last admission 20:00)
Closed on Thursdays
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Gora
Hakone Gora Onsen, Kiritani Hakone-so
Address:1320-598 Gora Hakonemachi Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa
Business Hours: 12:30-16:00 (Until 17:00 except peak season)
Irregular holidays
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Sengokubara
Re’Cove Hakone
Address:934-25 Sengokubara Hakonemachi Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa
Business Hours: 15:00-20:00
Irregular holidays
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Hakone Onsen Sanso Nakamura
Address:1283-97 Sengokubara Hakonemachi Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa
Business Hours: 10:00-16:00 (Last admission 15:00)
Irregular holidays
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Kowakudani
Hakone Kowakien Yunessun
Address: 1297 Ninotaira Hakonemachi Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa
Business Hours: 10:00-18:00 (Extended by 1 hour on weekends, holidays and during peak season)
No holidays (open all year round)
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Kamenoyu
Address: 1080 Ninotaira Hakonemachi Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa
Business Hours: 11:00-21:00
Irregular holidays
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6. Where to stay in Hakone
The best way to stay is to rent a cottage with a kitchen and enjoy your trip as if you were living there. Hakone Forest Villa is a cottage with a hot spring flowing from the source. Enjoy a relaxing and luxurious stay with 24-hour hot springs, professional audio, and more.
《Specs of Audio》
Speaker: JBL Project EVEREST DD66000 (Winner of numerous awards in the speaker category)
Preamplifier: LINN KLIMAK DSM３
Power Amplifier: Mcintosh MC301
Player: LINN SONDEK 12
*Bluetooth support
*LP is not available.
Hakone Forest Villa with hot spring
Address: Hakonemachi Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa
Maximum capacity: 6 people
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7. Access to Miyagino, Hakone
by Train and Bus
– Get off at Odawara Station on JR or Odakyu Odawara Line. Take the bus bound for Togendai, get off at Miyagino (about 40 minutes), and walk about 3 minutes.
– Get off at Hakone Tozan Railway Hakone-Yumoto Station. Take the bus bound for Togendai, get off at Miyagino, and walk about 3 minutes.
by Car
Approx. 30 minutes from Hakoneguchi IC of the Seisho Bypass and Odawara Hakone Road. Parking is available at the Miyagino Tennis Court and the General Health and Welfare Center Sakura-kan parking lots.
*Mt.Fuji from Mt. Ashigara
The cherry blossoms along Hayakawa Embankment in Miyagino, Hakone are loved by visitors for its beauty.
The cherry blossom viewing season is called “flower chill,” and it is often a return of cold weather. After enjoying the cherry blossoms to the fullest, take a break to warm up in a hot spring!
Besides those introduced here, there are many good restaurants and cafes in the area, so why not take a trip to Miyagino Hayakawa Embankment in Hakone for cherry blossom viewing?
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