Pirate ship on Lake Ashinoko, Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture
Partners Information: Three types of Odakyu discount passes can now be purchased online and used as a digital ticket on your smartphone. You can purchase the digital ticket anytime with a credit card, eliminating the need to wait in lines at ticket counters and keep track of a physical ticket.
The passes provide an economical way to explore the areas covered by the passes, with unlimited rides and special discounts at participating establishments. Read on for some ideas on what to do in each area.
1. Digital Hakone Freepass
Hakone is famous for its natural hot springs and views of Mt Fuji. Take a boat tour around Lake Ashinoko, soak in one of the area’s 17 hot springs or explore art surrounded by nature at the Hakone Open Air Museum.
2. Digital Enoshima Kamakura Freepass
Enoshima and Kamakura are both seaside retreats full of history and culture. Explore the area’s many shrines and temples, the 11-metre-tall Great Buddha of Kamakura at Kotoku-in Temple is arguably the most popular attraction, then unwind in a hot spring with ocean views.
3. Digital Tanzawa Oyama Freepass
The mountainous Tanzawa-Oyama area is a designated Quasi-National Park boasting beautiful nature and hiking trails. It is especially in stunning in autumn when the leaves change colour, but is worth a visit all year round.