natural wonder
Lake Ashi
A scenic crater lake in Hakone offering stunning views of Mount Fuji with traditional pirate ship cruises across its calm waters.
10 km · about 20 min drive
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Susono
Shizuoka, Japan · Asia
About Susono
Susono works well as a base: 10 minutes from Nakatogari, 10km from Lake Ashi.
Susono is in Shizuoka, Japan, with about 51,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Nakatogari, about 4 km away.
Susono (裾野市, Susono-shi) is a city located in eastern Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 December 2020, the city had an estimated population of 51,216 in 21,858 households, and a population density of 370 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 138.12 square kilometres (53.33 sq mi).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Susono?
Within an hour or so of Susono: Lake Ashi (10 km), Hakone Mount Fuji Viewpoint (12 km), Hakone Turnpike Cafe (13 km), Mount Taikan Viewpoint (13 km).
Are there any good drives near Susono?
The nearest famous roads are Hakone Turnpike, Yabitsu Pass and Venus Line.
Where is Susono?
Susono is in Shizuoka, Japan, about 4 km from Nakatogari.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 51,216
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Japan
- Region
- Shizuoka
- Timezone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Coordinates
- 35.1739, 138.9069
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in Japan
Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.
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Worth the detour from Susono
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
scenic viewpoint
Hakone Mount Fuji Viewpoint
The Hakone region offers some of the best vantage points for viewing Mount Fuji, especially from the Owakudani volcanic valley.
12 km · about 25 min drive
cafe
Hakone Turnpike Cafe
A car enthusiast gathering point on the Hakone Turnpike toll road, where Japanese car culture comes alive with weekend meetups against volcanic mountain backdrops.
13 km · about 25 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Mount Taikan Viewpoint
The summit lay-by on the Hakone Turnpike, looking across Lake Ashi to Mount Fuji from 1,011 m. A long-standing gathering point for drivers on one of Japan's best-known toll driving roads.
13 km · about 25 min drive
famous road
Hakone Turnpike
A toll road climbing from Odawara to a Mount Fuji viewpoint, a Japanese car-culture institution.
14 km · about 25 min drive
museum
Hakone Open-Air Museum
Japan's first open-air museum showcasing a stunning collection of sculptures set against the backdrop of the Hakone mountains.
15 km · about 30 min drive
cafe
Ashigara Service Area
A premium Japanese highway rest stop on the Tomei Expressway with stunning Mount Fuji views, gourmet food courts, and hot spring foot baths.
16 km · about 20 min drive
racetrack
Fuji Speedway
Historic circuit at the foot of Mount Fuji with a 1.5 km main straight, one of motorsport's longest, and postcard views of the volcano on clear days.
22 km · about 25 min drive
Driving roads near Susono
- Right hereHakone Mount Fuji ViewpointThe Hakone region offers some of the best vantage points for viewing Mount Fuji, especially from the Owakudani volcanic valley.
- Right hereMount Taikan ViewpointThe summit lay-by on the Hakone Turnpike, looking across Lake Ashi to Mount Fuji from 1,011 m. A long-standing gathering point for drivers on one of Japan's best-known toll driving roads.
- Right hereHakone TurnpikeA toll road climbing from Odawara to a Mount Fuji viewpoint, a Japanese car-culture institution.
- 24 kmMount Fuji Fifth StationThe main starting point for summit climbs on Japan's highest and most sacred peak, accessible by bus at 2,300 meters elevation.
- 38 kmChureito PagodaA five-story pagoda offering one of the most iconic and photographed views of Mount Fuji, especially during cherry blossom season.
- 39 kmKachi Kachi Ropeway Viewpoint (Lake Kawaguchi)A mountain-top station reached by ropeway above Lake Kawaguchi, offering a bird's-eye view of the lake with Mt Fuji dominating the skyline.
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