Hakone Gōra Park

We visited this place on a rainy day with our Hakone Day pass. Entry is free if you have the day pass with you. With all the clouds around us, the park had looked very mysterious and beautiful, hiding its secrets and intriguing us enough to explore it. As we walked through the clouds it was interesting to spot the differences between the Zen gardens we had been seeing on our trip and the French Garden in front of us. Gora Park has a beautiful craft shop and two restaurants for you to relax and enjoy the surroundings. The Craft House has a huge collection of beads strings and other materials to make bracelets, necklace etc and it is fun for adults too. Isshikidousarou the sandwich restaurant served us the most amazing sandwiches I've ever had. With its classy ambience, I would not be surprised if they ever played Jazz live with a full house. Even the beverages are crisp and very refreshing. Sandwich in your hand and the view of the park through large windows is just out of this world.

The other restaurant is more traditional and is a great option if you want a heavier meal. It is right next to the main fountain in the middle of the park.

It is a great stop with children and I would recommend it for all weathers.

Cheers to many more adventures