What other travelers are saying about Hakone Shrine
An absolutely beautiful and serene shrine. I loved how the tall trees towered over our heads and the way the green of the forest mixed with the redish orange colors of the shrine. The architecture was simply stunning. And of course the torii gate on the lake is the main celebrity here. Just know that there’s a crazy long line to get a picture with it at all times, some saying it was an hour of waiting. We didn’t wait, we decided to admire the main part of the shrine instead. Don’t forget to get some water from the shrine spring, it’s said to bring good luck.
It is one of the oldest Shinto shrines in Kanagawa Prefecture. The torii gate by the lake is one of the most Instagram-worthy spots for a photo. But be prepared for a long queue, especially on weekends when it gets extremely crowded. The Hakone Shrine itself is huge, with many areas to explore. I recommend setting aside at least half a day to fully enjoy the experience and not miss anything.
Iconic shine of Hakone facing the Ashi lake with very Japanese architecture. Amazing area with its famous Tori of peace gate ... red colour facing the lake. This is the center of culture and Shinto heritage that live up to this days. Great place to visit ..but u need to queue for the Tori gate photo here
Beautiful shrine with towering trees and impressive stairs leading to the top. Must-go if you're planning to travel to Hakone, It's just next to lake Ashi with the Tori of peace, which is a popular photo spot. You may need to make a line for photos there during the weekend or holidays, as it gets crowded. Exploring the area takes around 2 hours.
If you don’t want to get up early for the perfect photo, just arrive at 11 am - 12 pm and rent a swan boat to get a perfect view of the Shrine! 10/10 recommend, super worth it and is such a fun experience!
