A red torii gate standing in Lake Ashi, surrounded by forest.
Address: 80-1 Motohakone, Hakone, Kanagawa
Hakone Shrine was founded in 757 AD at the foot of Mount Hakone. A cedar-lined path leads from the lake up to its main buildings in the forest.
Its "Torii of Peace" stands in Lake Ashi; on clear days, Mount Fuji rises across the water. Pirate-ship-style sightseeing boats cross the lake.
All year; autumn for colours.
Early morning, before the photo queue.
Hakone is often misty.
Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.
It was founded in 757 AD.
On clear days across Lake Ashi.
Yes, the Hakone Free Pass.
