Hakone Free Pass, 2-3 Days Travel Voucher Japan

I got Hakone Free Pass whilst in Hakone. 3 days. Think I paid only ? 75,000 yen. I used it to get bus 55 min trip from Odawara station to my accommodation in Sengo-ko, I used it to get to Togendai to do sightseeing pirate ship on Lake Ashi( don't buy pirate ship tickets separately, it's covered by the free pass) , I used it on the 3rd and final day to use gondola ropeway , the cable car and also for 100yen discount off the 20,000 admission ticket to Hakone Open air museum ( sculptures in a beautiful outdoor setting, well worth at least 3 hrs there) . I think overall very good value. Hakone is a beautiful area, I would return there for sure.

We had reservations about the weather to organize our day in Hakone from Tokyo. We therefore took advice from the Odakyu Hakone Freepass information desk at Shinjuku Station. Our interlocutor directed us to a 2 day pass (there is no such pass for 1 day) including cruises, cable cars, suspension bridge etc... for the next day. It turned out that the weather, as we feared, was extreme (rain, strong winds etc.), resulting in the suspension of all services offered (including buses!!) on the 2 days included in our pass. The result: dry loss of the purchase of the passes, although encouraged by our interlocutor. Check the weather before you plan your trip and do not rely on the lies that can be served to you by Odakyu Hakone Freepass employees.

We purchased a 2 day hakone free pass voucher as recommended by so many forums. If you enjoy standing in queue after queue after queue in hot and cramped trains buses and cable cars then this is for you! For us it was hell on earth as we were herded like cattle around this ‘hakone tourist loop’. The first tozan line was old slow and packed. You could not see anything from the window. Straight into a cable car where again you needed to queue for a long long time to be crammed with many others into the car. You then queue again for the next cable car! You are basically trapped once you start this loop and are forced to move in the way it is designated for thousands of others. The final straw was waiting 40 minutes for the ‘pirate cruise’ which again meant waiting in an old depressing building before being herded onto the boat. You finally need to take a bus which was again another queue and another 40 minute journey back to the start. I would not recommended this tourist trap area at all. There are constant souvenir shops, rip off low quality eateries and thousands of people! Anything but a relaxing day in the countryside! I cannot understand why there are so many good reviews.

Discounts aside, all in all, I felt that it was a real hassle using the Hakone Free Pass. And it seems that some Japanese staff finds it burdensome to deal with digital tickets. To go through the turnstile at Odakyu Line @ Shinjuku West Gate, you need to first activate your ticket to scan your QR code on the Emot ticket scanner. But at other parts it's a different way to use your digital ticket e.g. boarding the Hozan Bus, you need to show not only the actual ticket but the animation of the moving train which I guess is a way to prevent fraudster using merely a screenshot of the ticket. The Hozan bus driver was extremely fierce and rude and his lack of English took me a while to realise he wanted to see the animated moving train! And then there's the messy 'upgrade' to ride the non-stop RomanceCar to buy a separate ticket, like why can't it included in the Free Pass?? In short the user navigation of the Klook app was a pain in the ass.

Absolute recommendation to get this pass if you plan to visit Hakone. With this you have free access to the buses, the cable car, the funicular, the boat of Lake Ashi... Much more cost effective and comfortable.

Cost Savings: Unlimited Transportation: The Hakone Free Pass covers most of the transportation you'll need to get around Hakone, including the Odakyu Electric Railway, Hakone Tozan Railway, Hakone Ropeway, Hakone Sightseeing Cruise, and local buses. This can be a huge money-saver, especially if you plan to visit several popular spots like Hakone Shrine, Lake Ashi, the Hakone Open-Air Museum, and Owakudani. Two Options: The pass offers two options: 2-day Pass: Valid for 2 consecutive days (approx. ¥5,000-¥6,000). 3-day Pass: Valid for 3 consecutive days (approx. ¥5,500-¥6,500). This pass often provides more value compared to buying individual tickets for each leg of your trip, especially since transportation in the Hakone area can be relatively expensive. Convenience and Flexibility: All-In-One Access: The pass gives you easy access to most forms of transportation in the area, eliminating the need for multiple tickets or worrying about change. You simply show your pass as you board. Freedom to Explore: With the Hakone Free Pass, you can hop on and off trains, buses, and boats at your leisure, making it easy to visit multiple attractions in one day without worrying about time restrictions or the cost of separate tickets. Access to Popular Tourist Spots: The pass covers transportation to some of the top attractions in the Hakone region, including: Hakone Shrine (on the shores of Lake Ashi) Owakudani Valley (with its hot springs and volcanic activity) Lake Ashi Cruise (a scenic boat ride) Hakone Open-Air Museum (a unique outdoor museum with sculptures) Hakone Kowakien Yunessun (a hot spring amusement park)

The Hakone FreePass is a great value for exploring Hakone over 2-3 days. It covers trains, buses, cable cars, and even the Hakone Ropeway, giving easy access to sights like Owakudani Valley and Lake Ashi. The pass saves you time and money if you plan to visit multiple attractions. Pro tip: Use it for round-trip travel from Tokyo—it covers the journey, too! Be prepared for crowds, especially on weekends, and check the weather before heading to Owakudani for clear views. Highly recommend for scenic views and hot springs!

Great day if you like standing in long lines and being crushed on trains and busses and never getting a seat; all for a few nice views. Do this only if you have time and money to waste. Next time I am going to go to the Dentist for more fun

It allows you to go on the train Romancer car, which is quite fast 80 mi, as well as take all the buses, cable car and boats you want for 2 days. Disadvantage, on the web this individual purchase, does not allow groups, or families, but at Shinjuku train station, you can easily shop directly.

Only works if everyone in your group has active sims. Painful website, can’t book for a family, would have missed the train if we hadn’t jumped the barrier.