There is a $10 entry fee. Professional photography requires a special permit.
Matsuri (Spring Festival)
Each year, on third Sunday of May, the Hakone Matsuri Volunteer Committee organizes a spectacular event that is the talk of the Bay Area. Drummers, musicians participate in this event. Basically a Japanese cultural events. Entry to the festival is free, they also arrange free shuttle from Saratoga, since the parking near the garden is limited.