Shrine · Hakone (Lake Ashi)
Hakone Shrine 箱根神社
Forest shrine on the shore of Lake Ashi whose vermilion 'Peace Torii' standing in the lake is one of Hakone's best-known photo spots.
HoursAlways open; amulet office 8:15-17:00
PriceFree
Getting thereMoto-Hakone-ko bus stop or sightseeing boat pier, 10 min walk
Time needed30-60 min
Best timeEarly morning; misty days
Address80-1 Motohakone, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa 250-0522
Websitehakonejinja.or.jp
About
Hakone Shrine has been a centre of mountain worship for over 1,200 years and was revered by samurai such as Minamoto no Yoritomo. Lantern-lined steps climb through tall cedars to the main hall, while a torii stands in the water at the lake's edge. The shrine also oversees Kuzuryu Shrine and the Hakone Motomiya on Mount Komagatake.
Highlights
- Heiwa no Torii standing in Lake Ashi
- Cedar-lined stone steps
- Kuzuryu Shrine branch beside the main hall
- Treasure hall
Tips
- Expect a queue for photos at the lake torii; go early morning
- 10 min walk from Moto-Hakone bus stop or boat pier
- Grounds always open and free; treasure hall 9:00-16:00
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