Cruising Lake Ashi on the Queen Ashinoko: Our Hakone Sightseeing Adventure

Hakone is one of those places that just feels like a breath of fresh air. Lush mountains, misty lakes, and the promise of a clear view of Mt. Fuji if you catch the weather just right. On our recent day trip to this peaceful escape from Tokyo, we carved out time for the Hakone Sightseeing Cruise, a breezy and beautiful boat ride across Lake Ashi that honestly turned into one of the highlights of our trip.

Here’s how we did it—and how you can too.