About
Hakone Shrine (also known as Hakone Gongen or Hakone Jinja) is a Shinto shrine on the shore of Lake Ashi in Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture, within the Chubu Region of Japan. Its address is 80-1 Motohakone, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0522.
What to see
The shrine is best known for its red torii gate, which stands in the waters of Lake Ashi. On a clear day, Mount Fuji rises in the distance behind the lake, and the view of the gate against that backdrop is the scene many visitors come to photograph. The setting is calm and scenic, with the lake at its center.
Planning a visit
- Setting: A lakeside shrine in the hills of Hakone, a town known for its mountain and lake scenery.
- Visit style: A relaxed outing suited to walking along the shore and enjoying the views rather than a long stay.
- Getting in touch: The shrine can be reached by phone at +81-460-83-7123.
Because the shrine sits on the lake, the surrounding area of Hakone makes a natural companion to a visit. Travelers often combine the shrine with other sights in the area, such as the lake itself and the mountain scenery that gives the town its character.
