About Hakone
Hakone is a city in Kanagawa, Japan, with a population of about 11,293 inhabitants. About 36.5% of residents are aged 65 or over and the median age is 56.4. The average taxable income is about 285.7万 yen per taxpayer (2023). The population density is about 122/km² (ranked #439 of 531 covered cities) and the city counts 1 hospitals. Since 1980, the population has declined by 43.2% (-4.2% between 2015 and 2020). On this page you can find driving distances, travel time and routes from Hakone to major Japanese cities, nearby towns and the local climate.
Hakone — key statistics
Source: e-Stat — Statistics Bureau of Japan (census, housing & land survey, medical facilities & school surveys, municipal finance)
Hakone — population dynamics & households
In 2024, Hakone recorded 26 births and 165 deaths (natural change -139), with 1,107 people moving in and 1,191 moving out (net migration -84).
Source: e-Stat — System of Social and Demographic Statistics (vital statistics, migration report, census)
Hakone — official land prices 2026
The 2026 official land price survey lists 4 standard points in Hakone: residential land averages 27,400 yen/m² (median 27,400, highest 34,400), commercial land averages 345,000 yen/m², with an average change of +2.45 % over one year.
Source: MLIT — National Land Numerical Information, Official Land Price (L01) 2026
Distances from Hakone
Straight-line distance — click for the full driving route, time and fuel cost.
Nearby cities
Closest towns and cities around Hakone.
Train stations near Hakone
Closest railway stations.
Frequently asked questions
Hakone population?
About 11,293 inhabitants (2020 census).
Population density of Hakone?
About 122 inhabitants/km² (area 92.9 km²).
Distance from Hakone to Tokyo?
About 82 km in a straight line.