Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Hakone Open Air Museum

Open Air Museum, Hakone.

Once in late winter some time ago, I had a wonderful experience that I visited the Hakone Open Air Museum in Japan. It’s an outdoor museum that displays works by both Japanese and western artists, such as Picasso, Matisse, and many others. It attempts to create a harmony of nature and art by exhibiting various sculptures on its spacious grounds with breathtaking views of the surrounding valley and mountains of Hakone. If you like art and nature, this is the place for you.Besides the outdoor sculptures, the museum features various indoor galleries. There is a sizable Picasso collection, consisting of paintings, prints, sculptures and ceramic creations.

Colorful Diamond Shapes.

Big head in water.Reflective Ball.

Lake Ashi, Hakone, Japan.

Hakone is a popular destination among Japanese and international tourists looking for a break from Tokyo, which I highly recommend if you’re in the neighborhood. It’s not too far and easy access from Tokyo by train. Hakone is famous for hot springs, outdoor activities, and natural beauty. You can reach the Hakone Mountains by ropeway and enjoy spectacular views from the top. When you’re here, do not forget to visit Ashi lake, one of my favorite parts of the trip.

Lake Ashi (Japanese: Ashinoko) is absolutely beautiful and romantic, and is known for its views of Mt.Fuji, the symbol of Hakone. There are several sightseeing boats cruising the lake, providing scenic views for tourists. However, the view of Mt.Fuji tends to be better during the colder seasons of the year than in summer, as told by my tourist guide.

Mt.Fuji seen from the lake. On the right hand side of the pic is a torii in the water.

This view is from the rope way ride to Hakone moutains.This is a famous torii in the water of lake Ashi which is a very popular tourist attraction

And now, me, in Dallas, wearing F21 turtle neck top and sunglasses, CdG deconstructed skirt, Alexander wang wedge, Yigal bag.Thank you so much for your visiting and comments!!Wishing you all a wonderful day ahead!!Kisses…Hanh

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31 comments on “Hakone Open Air Museum”

1. Insomnia on March 31, 2010 at 4:46 am said:

   This museum looks like a lot of fun. I like sculptures being shown in open air.
   You Wang wedges are an artwork too ^^

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2. Persephone on March 31, 2010 at 4:51 am said:

   The large head statue is amazing! What a beautiful photo.

   xx Persephone

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3. Karolinka.cy on March 31, 2010 at 5:08 am said:

   I like all the photos in this post and your outfit is perfection:) Regards!

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4. Fashion Rehab on March 31, 2010 at 5:23 am said:

   sick bag, really nice!!

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5. Nini's Style on March 31, 2010 at 5:26 am said:

   Love your CDG skirt.
   xoxo
   Nini

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6. PrincessImp. on March 31, 2010 at 5:30 am said:

   The shot of your CDG skirt with the A.Wang wedges is priceless! <3

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7. kaye i. on March 31, 2010 at 5:37 am said:

   LOVE the A. Wang Wedge!!!!

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8. PUNKIE on March 31, 2010 at 6:06 am said:

   this opena air museum is stunning!

   your shoes…. what a dream!

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9. duckalicious on March 31, 2010 at 6:50 am said:

   I love it! gotta remember to go see it if I ever visit Japan.
   great outfit, too!

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10. Leia on March 31, 2010 at 7:12 am said:

    I love those shoes!

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11. alicevr on March 31, 2010 at 8:39 am said:

    I love this kind of art. Amazing the compo of skirt and shoes print. You are always great

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12. playwithfashion on March 31, 2010 at 9:07 am said:

    Wow, looks really interesting! Like Your shoes:)

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13. girlontheave on March 31, 2010 at 9:14 am said:

    i love hakone! its such a welcome and relaxing break from the busyness of tokyo. beautiful photos of the scenery:)

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14. AMIT on March 31, 2010 at 9:24 am said:

    Its amazing.Looking just good.

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15. Noelle + Kendall on March 31, 2010 at 10:24 am said:

    Amazing leopard shoes! and the pop of yellow is lovely!

    -N + K
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16. mom & son on March 31, 2010 at 11:03 am said:

    Japan is one of the place I would like to visit
    someday.
    Hanh, love the colors of your clothes
    and the Yigal bag has a unique style.

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17. mom & son on March 31, 2010 at 11:03 am said:

    Japan is one of the place I would like to visit
    someday.
    Hanh, love the colors of your clothes
    and the Yigal bag has a unique style.

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18. What Was I Thinking? on March 31, 2010 at 3:32 pm said:

    Oh Hanh! Can I borrow those fabulous A. Wang shoes?

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19. Anonymous on March 31, 2010 at 3:43 pm said:

    YOur Wang shoes are fabulous as well as your skirt!!!

    Hakone open air museum amazing!! Ashi lake is beautiful!!

    Love from Belgium,

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20. moni on March 31, 2010 at 3:56 pm said:

    this outfit is so fun…love it….:)..

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21. Julia, the Thanksgiving Girl on March 31, 2010 at 5:50 pm said:

    Still looove those wedges And the head in water piece is just wow, love it!

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22. charlotte personal injury lawyer on March 31, 2010 at 6:54 pm said:

    Great scenic photos. Seems like a nice place to visit.

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23. Pearl Westwood on March 31, 2010 at 7:27 pm said:

    Oh Hanh you went for the Leo Wangs!!!!!! I deliberated over them but went for the Chloe's instead as the heel was more practical,they look absolutely stunning, hhmmm maybe I might save up for some too! How are they for comfort? xx

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24. cestlavy on March 31, 2010 at 8:20 pm said:

    Japan looks beautiful. Hope I can go one day. Have a great weekend Hanh!

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25. Corie on April 1, 2010 at 2:13 am said:

    I love art…just beautiful.

    I also love your skirt…amazing!

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26. Anonymous on April 1, 2010 at 3:07 pm said:

    Love love your Wang shoes!!!
    amazing skirt!!!

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27. Lindsay With An "A" on April 1, 2010 at 4:31 pm said:

    Wonderful outfit! My heart longs for those AW shoes! YOu look great!

    http://lindsaylovesitall.blogspot.com/

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28. Style Odyssey on April 1, 2010 at 5:51 pm said:

    Wonderful, magical images.
    And if you ever tire of that amazing Comme des Garcons skirt…!

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29. The Outfit of the day on April 3, 2010 at 12:57 am said:

    I love Hakone, I plan to go for the second time the end of the year! Also, i love your Alexander Wang shoes.

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30. TerraSelisa on April 4, 2010 at 5:57 pm said:

    So jealous, those shoes!!
    Love your blog, style.
    Follow you for a while now and you never bored me, good job.

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31. Kazuko on May 15, 2010 at 5:54 am said:

    ooooh, i've been to the open-air museum in hakone, too. it's been like 20 years or so ago, but i'm still thinking of it a lot. isn't hakone lovely?

    just discovered your blog. you've got some amazing clothes. looking forward to your next posts!

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