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Hakone Shrine

Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa Prefecture 250-0522, Japan
+81 460-83-7123
Ranked #6 of 48 attractions in Hakone-machi
4.0 of 5 stars 86 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites
Description: A striking red gate along the water designates the entrance to this ancient shrine, perched atop Mt. Komagatake, and reachable by cable car or foot.
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Somerset, UK
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012

The location of the shrine is easy to spot from Ashinoko - look for the Torri gate in the lake. This is a great spot for a photograph. The pathway to the shrine rises up from here - there are a lot of steps but it is well worth the climb. Half way up the steps we stopped to watch... More

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singapore
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 23, 2011
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I enjoyed the walk from Moto-Hakone port to the Hakone Shrine extremely. The sights are just unbelievable. You'll know it once you get there. It's indescribable. More

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 18, 2011
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I love this place but was too tired to go up the steps to the main shrine!! More

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Singapore, Singapore
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2011

You'll be able to spot the grand Torii gates from the boat when coming from Lake Ashi. Hakone Shrine is situated at a quiet end of Hakone-machi. The walk from the pier to and fro is very lovely in itself. The Shrine is brightly coloured in orange and it adds a burst of colour to the whole area. This was... More

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Las Vegas
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 23, 2010

Beautiful shrine hidden in the mountains. Interesting orange/red architecture that contrasts with the densely wooden area. Was surprised to find there wasn't much information on it in any of our guides. Short walk from the waterfront, where the pirate ship takes off from. More

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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012
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千葉
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012
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37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012
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Nishinomiya, Japan
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175 reviews 175 reviews
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27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012
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名古屋
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59 reviews 59 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012
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