Hakone Shrine
神奈川県
Guardian shrine of the Kanto region…
Founded
757
Type
Shrine
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40 min by bus from Hakone-Yumoto Station
80-1 Motohakone, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa
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Shrine
Founded 757
1269 years
Enshrined Deity
箱根大神
Founder
Mankan Shonin
Overview
Guardian shrine of the Kanto region, situated on the shores of Lake Ashi. Deeply revered by Minamoto no Yoritomo, it attracted the faith of the warrior class.
Origins
Founded in 757 by the monk Mankan Shonin on Mt. Hakone. Revered by many warriors beginning with Minamoto no Yoritomo, it was widely worshipped as the guardian shrine of the Kanto region.
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Hakone Jinja New Year Visit
New Year visit to Hakone Jinja on the shores of Lake Ashi. This prestigious shrine protected by Hakone's sacred mountains draws many visitors through winter scenery. The torii gate rising from the lake and snow-covered precincts create a picture-perfect New Year scene.
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Hakone Shrine: 1,200-Year History, Nisho Pilgrimage and Peace Torii
Famous for the red Peace Torii rising from Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine was founded in 757 by the priest Mangan. Chief shrine of eastern Japan for over 1,200 years, venerated by Yoritomo, Hojo Soun, and Tokugawa Ieyasu.
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Moto-Hakone Stone Buddhas: Kamakura Cliff Carvings on the Old Pass
The Moto-Hakone Stone Buddha Group preserves over 20 cliff carvings and stone monuments from the late Kamakura period. A national historic site combining travel-prayers across Hakone Pass with mountain asceticism and Sai-no-Kawara folk faith.
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Gogatsu Ningyo and Tango no Sekku — Samurai Prayers and the Meaning of Armor Dolls
Gogatsu Ningyo (Boys' Day dolls) are displayed on Tango no Sekku (May 5) to pray for a boy's health and success. Featuring armor, helmets, Kintoki, and Shoki, these displays trace to Kamakura-period warrior culture. This guide covers their origins, the meaning of each figure, and pilgrimage spots connected to Tango no Sekku.
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Visiting Information
Hours
Shrine grounds accessible any time. Amulet/goshuin counter 8:15–17:00, prayer reception 8:30–16:00. Treasure hall 9:00–16:30 (last entry 16:00).
Admission
Free to enter grounds. Treasure hall: adults (junior high+) ¥500, children (elementary) ¥300.
As of 2026-07-17. Subject to change.
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