Hakone offers more than just hot springs, museums, and seasonal scenery. After a day of sightseeing, one common question for visitors is: “Where should I eat?”
If you are planning your trip from Tokyo, check out our guide to the fastest and most affordable routes to Hakone, including recommended Golden Week tours.
Instead of settling for overpriced tourist meals, it’s worth seeking out restaurants that truly satisfy. Around Gora, Miyanoshita, and Hakone-Yumoto, you’ll find everything from long-established eateries serving signature dishes, to hidden gems using local ingredients, as well as gourmet burger shops and stylish cafés.
Here are five restaurants that are easy to visit during sightseeing and offer both great taste and pleasant atmospheres.
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Tamura Ginkatsutei (Tamura Ginkatsu Restaurant) – Gora, Hakone
Tamura Ginkatsutei is a beloved Japanese restaurant in Gora, known for its signature dish, the piping-hot Tofu Katsu-ni Set Meal served in a clay pot.
This dish features tofu stuffed with special seasoned ground pork, lightly fried, then simmered slowly in a Japanese-style broth and topped with soft, fluffy eggs. Despite its hearty appearance, the tofu keeps the dish light, offering a delicate yet rich flavor that can be enjoyed until the last bite.
The restaurant’s interior is designed in a calm, traditional Japanese house style, with table seating as well as tatami-style raised seating where guests can stretch their legs. It’s a relaxing place to enjoy a meal even in the midst of sightseeing.
Address: 1300-739 Gora, Hakone-machi, Kanagawa
Access: About 37 minutes from Hakone-Yumoto Station via Hakone Tozan Railway, 3-minute walk from Gora Station
Hours: 11:00–14:30 (last order), 17:00–19:00 (last order)
Closed: Tuesday evening & Wednesday
Parking: 12 spaces
Morimeshi – Miyanoshita, Hakone
Morimeshi is a cozy eatery in a renovated traditional house, located just steps from Miyanoshita Station. It serves dishes made from fresh, local ingredients and local sake in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
The restaurant’s specialty is the Aji Sai-don, a colorful rice bowl topped with local horse mackerel (aji), seasonal vegetables, and other fresh fish. The combination of fish flavor and vegetable textures is well balanced, making it a favorite among both tourists and locals.
The interior has a mountain lodge vibe, and large windows offer views of Mount Myojogatake, allowing diners to enjoy the natural scenery of Hakone while eating.
Address: 404-13 Miyanoshita, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa
Access: About 26 minutes from Hakone-Yumoto Station via Hakone Tozan Railway, immediately outside Miyanoshita Station
Hours: 11:30–15:00 / 17:00–21:30
Closed: None
Seats: 20
During spring, you can also enjoy cherry blossoms at nearby Hakone spots — see our full guide to the best sakura locations for first-time visitors.
Iroriya – Miyanoshita, Hakone
Iroriya is a hidden izakaya tucked away in a residential area of Miyanoshita. With only 14 seats, it provides a peaceful space to enjoy a meal without distractions.
Its signature dishes are luxurious rice bowls featuring Ashigara beef and abalone. Among them, the Ashigara Beef Sirloin Steak Bowl is particularly popular, offering tender, flavorful beef. The house special sauce allows for a variety of taste experiences.
Set slightly away from the bustling tourist areas, Iroriya is perfect for those looking to enjoy a relaxed and indulgent meal.
Address: 296 Miyanoshita, Hakone-machi, Kanagawa
Access: About 13 minutes by Hakone Tozan Bus from Hakone-Yumoto Station (toward Hakone-machi Port), 5-minute walk from Jinja-shita Stop
ours: 11:30–13:30 (last order) / 18:00–21:00 (last order)
Closed: Thursday
Parking: 3 spaces
BoxBurger – Hakone
BoxBurger is a gourmet burger shop using Soushu beef, a branded local beef from Minami Ashigara. It is known for its focus on high-quality ingredients.
The burgers use additive-free buns, carefully selected domestic vegetables, and juicy beef patties to maximize flavor. The menu is supervised by Andrew Spurgeon, an American chef who has served famous clients worldwide for over 30 years.
The classic Soushu Beef BOX Burger combines beef patties with tomato, lettuce, cheddar cheese, and original sauce. For a heartier option, the Hakone Burger adds house-smoked bacon and onion rings. Some menu items are available for takeout, making it convenient for lunch during sightseeing.
●Miyagino Main Store
Address: 637-1 Miyagino, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa
Hours: 11:00–15:30 (last order 15:00) / 17:00–19:30 (last order 19:00)
Closed: Thursday
●Hakone-Yumoto Store
Address: 474-37 Yumoto, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa
Hours: 11:00–15:30 (last order 15:00) / 17:30–20:00 (last order 19:30)
Closed: Thursday
COFFEE CAMP – Gora, Hakone
COFFEE CAMP is a café located about a 2-minute walk from Gora Station. Its concept is to provide the open, relaxing feeling of drinking coffee at a campsite.
The spacious interior with high ceilings offers Wi-Fi and power outlets, making it suitable for sightseeing breaks or light work. Popular lunch items include Homemade Spare Rib Plates and Roast Beef Plates. Coffee beans are roasted on the second floor and brewed to order with a hand drip method for authentic flavor.
The drink menu features café lattes, house-made ginger syrup, and spiced lemon syrup. With its warm, wooden interior, the café provides a relaxing space to recharge during your Hakone visit.
Address: 1320-261 Gora, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa
Hours: 8:00–16:30 (last order 16:00)
Closed: Tuesday
Summary
Hakone offers more than hot springs and natural scenery. Part of the experience is discovering dishes that you can only taste in the area.
From the Tofu Katsu-ni, fresh local fish rice bowls, luxurious Ashigara beef, gourmet burgers, to expertly brewed coffee, Gora, Miyanoshita, and Hakone-Yumoto each have unique restaurants worth visiting.
You can stop by during sightseeing or plan a trip around a meal. On your next Hakone trip, make sure to bring back not only memories of the scenery but also the tastes — it will make your journey even more satisfying.
