Hakone Estate and Gardens

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21000 Big Basin Way
Saratoga, CA 95070
+1 (408) 741-4994
http://www.hakone.com

Hakone Estate and Gardens, located in Saratoga, California, is a historic Japanese garden retreat spanning 18 acres, showcasing a blend of serene landscapes and cultural heritage. Recognized as one of the premier sites by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, it has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 2013.

The gardens are home to various events and exhibits throughout the year, including a Bonsai Pot Exhibit and the Toro Nagashi Lantern Floating Ceremony, enhancing the visitor experience. Supporting Hakone through donations or membership offers patrons a way to contribute to the preservation and enhancement of this beautiful estate.

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4.0591 reviews
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Lauren L.
12/7/2025

My friend and I were looking for something to do on our day off and we decided to visit Hakone Gardens. After hearing about a coworker who had her wedding here I was excited to visit. The drive up...

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Amanda H.
12/6/2025

It's a lot of lovely Japanese gardens and makes my day off more interesting!! The garden is pretty and the building is gorgeous. The place is not that big but has many spots to check out. If...

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Jen V.
10/14/2025

I recently visited Hakone Estate and Gardens in Saratoga, and it's truly a peaceful retreat tucked away in the hills. The $12 entrance fee (for adults) is paid at the gift shop, which also has...

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Allison Y.
11/20/2025

I've been here twice now, the first time being a couple years ago. I'm glad to have visited again, this is a beautiful and serene Japanese garden. You have to pay admission before entering, but...

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Kaho L.
8/29/2025

Had a fun visit during a weekday afternoon. There's plenty of beautiful scenery and structures to see, but it should take only a few hours. Some cool photo ops. I highly recommend booking the...

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