The Hakone region has aerial cable cars traversing the mountains, boiling hot springs, and lake cruises.... The most worthwhile attraction in the area is the MOA Art Museum, named after its founder, Mokichi Okada. While establishing one of Japan's new religions, the Church of Messianity, Okada was able to collect more than 3,000 works of art.... Located on a hill above the station and set in a garden full of old plum trees and azaleas, the museum also offers a sweeping view over Atami and the bay. Admission: ¥1,500. Open 9:30-3:30; closed Thurs. Fodor's 91: Japan
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