Hakone Shrine

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This shrine has a long history and was built in the year 757. Praying at this shrine is believed to improve one's efficiency at work. It is a shrine with a lot of festivities and according to its reputation there are as many as 800 celebrations in a year, including small and big events. Visitors can take part in the larger festivals that are highly regarded for portraying the seasonal beauty; for example, the Setsubun festival in February when beans and snacks are thrown and the Kosui festival in July when fireworks go up on the Lake Ashi right in front of the shrine.

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Main hall

Upon entering and going straight, you will see the main hall. The building is painted in red and gold. The surrounding is filled with trees, making it a soothing space. When visiting Hakone Shrine, start by visiting the main hall and offering a prayer.

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Gate of Peace

The Gate of Peace (Heiwa no Tori) can be found when walking in the opposite direction of the shrine, towards Lake Ashi. The lake seen together with the tori is a recommended photo spot! The stone stairs on the way to the tori of peace have also become a healing spot, for the magical atmosphere that is created by the surrounding trees.

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Anzan-sugi

A big Japanese cedar tree at Hakone Shrine called Anzan-sugi (cedar of safe birth) is prayed to as it is believed that because of its big, strong appearance, praying to this tree will help mothers deliver a healthy baby. This is a very rare tree, so you should offer a prayer too!

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Address

80-1 Motohakone, Hakone, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa

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Contact No.

+81-460-83-7123

Access

From Hakone-Yumoto Station on Hakone-Tozan Railway, take Hakone-Tozan Bus or Izu-Hakone Bus towards Hakone-cho or Motohakone for 40 min and get off at Motohakone. 10-min walk from Motohakone.