Hakone Photo Museum

At the Hakone Museum of Photography, works by landscape photographer Yamada Oimizu are on display. His works, taken all over Japan during the Taisho and early Showa periods, capture the expressions of nature without leaving anything out. His landscape and mountain photographs, which embody his life's efforts, are a must-see for fans. In addition, the museum's interior, which is a renovated old house, is worth a visit. Taking a break at the attached cafe and immersing yourself in Yamada Oimizu's world is an exceptional experience.

At the Hakone Photo Art Museum's "Hammock Museum," a sensory experience using natural materials awaits. With unique features such as columns with branches still attached, plaster walls, and a floor with a Milky Way and constellations, you can enjoy Kei Endo's fantastical natural beauty. In addition, the second-floor exhibition room features a permanent exhibition titled "Fuji - The Earth's Rhythms and the Breath of Nature," allowing you to experience art from a unique perspective. Why not embark on this special journey?

The "Mt. Fuji - The Earth's Pulse and the Breath of Nature" exhibition at the Hakone Photo Art Museum is a mesmerizing display of the fantastical beauty of nature depicted by Kei Endo. The collection of works, which captures Mt. Fuji in all four seasons, not only conveys the vitality and charm of the earth, but also provides an opportunity to lose oneself in a space viewed from a hammock installed in the second-floor exhibition room, sharpening the senses and offering a time of total immersion. Why not come and experience the moment when art and nature intersect at this place where there is always something new to discover?

The Hakone Photography Museum offers a museum space where you can experience art with all five senses. The natural interior materials and the floor decorated with constellations create a space that harmonizes with nature, allowing you to enjoy the fantastic beauty of nature and to touch the richly expressive photo exhibition of Mt. Fuji from a private hammock. In addition, there are seasonal exhibitions that change throughout the year, so you can always discover something new no matter how many times you visit. At the attached cafe, you can enjoy pound cake and special chicken curry while immersing yourself in art.

The otherworldly restroom at the Hakone Museum of Photography allows you to experience a sense of non-reality with its natural materials and perforated floor depicting constellations. If you sharpen your senses in this space filled with natural light, you'll feel as if you've wandered into another world. You can also enjoy viewing the works of Kei Endo or take a break in a hammock. With each visit, you'll make new discoveries and have a pleasant time.