An Early Autumn Proposal in Hakone: Simran & Charandeep’s Story
Let’s plan your proposal in Hakone, Japan that feels calm from start to finish.
Before You Head to Hakone: Here’s What You Need to Know
Planning a photoshoot in Hakone? Learn the best times to visit and transportation tips.
A Rainy Delay and a Perfect Sunrise Proposal at Hakone Shrine, Japan
A shrine dedicated to the bonds between people, a sunrise start, and a tour guide cover story. Here is Jesse's surprise proposal at Hakone Shrine.
From Canada to Hakone: The Navraj & Gurpreet Proposal Story
Navigating Japan for the first time is one thing. Doing it while keeping a proposal secret is another. Here's how Gurpreet managed both.
A Surprise Proposal in Hakone: Onshi Hakone Park in Autumn
Jesus had been with Julia for over five years. He already knew the spot. He just needed someone to be there when he asked the question
Early Morning Proposal at the Hakone Tori Gate - Japan
Before the crowds arrived and the city woke up, Mark had one thing on his mind — and the Hakone Tori Gate to himself to do it.
Closing the Distance: A Proposal in Hakone with Mount Fuji Views
After three years of long distance, Francis and Nathan finally took the next step in their relationship during a trip to Japan. With Hakone’s famous torii gate and views of Mount Fuji, the setting couldn't have been more perfect.
A Half-Day Elopement in Japan: Hakone Shrine and Mount Fuji Views
Ashley and Joseph chose to elope in Japan with a simple and intimate ceremony. They started their next chapter in a quiet and beautiful way from Hakone Shrine, all the way to Mount Fuji.
When the Planner Gets Surprised: A Hidden Proposal in Hakone
She planned the shoot. He planned the proposal. Here’s how both came together in Hakone.
Documenting Love in Hakone Shrine
A proposal photoshoot is more than a surprise reveal. It is a couple’s intentional choice to pause, celebrate, and preserve a milestone they will look back on forever. For Kai and Heather, Hakone Shrine offered the perfect quiet backdrop for their special moment.
Escaping the City for a Romantic Hakone Proposal
Hakone, just a short trip from Tokyo, is one of Japan’s most scenic destinations and a beautiful place to propose. Solomon surprised Jennie with an early morning proposal on a quiet bridge, creating a moment filled with pure joy and love.
Best Places to Visit (and Photograph!) Around Hakone
Planning a trip to Hakone from Tokyo? Discover the best places to visit, photograph, and explore—from Hakone Shrine and Lake Ashi to the Open-Air Museum and scenic pampas fields.