Hakone Mototsumiya Shrine: A Spiritual Ascent
Discover Hakone Mototsumiya Shrine: Ascend to serenity, history, and panoramic views atop Mount Komagatake in Hakone.
Perched atop Mount Komagatake, Hakone Mototsumiya Shrine offers a serene escape with panoramic views. It is the original site of the Hakone Shrine, steeped in history and spiritual significance, accessible by ropeway or hiking trails.
A brief summary to Hakone Mototsumiya Shrine
- Motohakone, ８０−1, Hakone, ８０ Motohakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa, 250-0522, JP
- +81460-83-7123
- Visit website
Local tips
- Check the weather forecast before visiting, as clear days offer the best views of Mount Fuji and the surrounding landscape.
- Wear comfortable shoes, especially if you plan to walk around the shrine grounds or hike the trails.
- Consider purchasing a Hakone Free Pass for cost-effective travel within the Hakone region, covering many transportation options.
- Visit during spring for cherry blossoms or autumn for vibrant fall foliage.
- Be prepared for colder temperatures at the summit, especially during winter months.
Getting There
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Ropeway
The most common way to reach Hakone Mototsumiya Shrine is via the Hakone Komagatake Ropeway, departing from Hakone-en. From Hakone-Yumoto Station, take the Hakone Tozan Bus (Line H) to Hakone-en. The bus ride is approximately 35 minutes and costs ¥1080, but is covered by the Hakone Free Pass. A round-trip ticket on the Komagatake Ropeway costs ¥1800 for adults and ¥900 for children. Hakone Free Pass holders receive a discount. The ropeway journey is about 7 minutes.
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Bus and Ropeway
Alternatively, from Togendai, take the Odakyu Hakone Highway Bus to Hakone-en. The bus ride takes approximately 20 minutes and costs ¥470. From Hakone-en, transfer to the Hakone Komagatake Ropeway. A round-trip ticket on the Komagatake Ropeway costs ¥1800 for adults and ¥900 for children. Hakone Free Pass holders receive a discount.
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Boat and Ropeway
From Moto-Hakone or Hakone-machi, take the Hakone Pleasure Cruise to Hakone-en. The boat journey takes 15-25 minutes and costs ¥1000 one way. From Hakone-en, transfer to the Hakone Komagatake Ropeway. A round-trip ticket on the Komagatake Ropeway costs ¥1800 for adults and ¥900 for children. Note that the Hakone Free Pass does not cover the Hakone Pleasure Cruise.
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