Owakudani
Hakone, Japan
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What is Owakudani famous for?
Owakudani is one of most famous viewpoints in Hakone, where you can observe the intense volcanic activity from up close. It is said that this place came to be thanks to a phreatic eruption and pyroclastic flow that occurred almost 3000 years ago.
Is Owakudani Valley worth visiting?
Discover Owakudani – an active volcanic valley of steaming vents, sulfur-stained rock, and amazing scenic views that, on clear days, frame Mount Fuji. It's thrilling, photogenic, a little egg-scented, and easy to weave into a classic Hakone loop.
Can you get to Owakudani without the ropeway?
Owakudani is most easily reached by ropeway. You can also go by car, but the road often gets crowded and parking is limited.
Why is the Owakudani egg black?
Kurotamago (black egg) is a delicacy that can only be eaten in Owakudani. It is a black boiled egg, just as the name suggests. Iron sticks to the shell of a raw egg, boiled in the hot springs at eighty degrees Celsius for 1 hour. Then hydrogen sulfide reacts with iron, creating a black coating.