Pay Respects at an Ancient Shrine Known for Its Vermillion Lacquered Torii Gate Floating on the Lake
About this spot
Hakone's representative shrine situated on the shore of Lake Ashi, famous for its large vermillion torii gate standing as if floating on the lake. Long revered as the deity of safe travel and wish fulfillment, simply walking through its lush green approach path fills you with a sense of spiritual renewal. Tonight's fireworks display is a formal event held to celebrate this shrine's annual festival.
Fireworks details
Name: 芦ノ湖夏まつりウィーク 1269例大祭奉祝花火大会
Date & time: 8/1 (Sat) 20:00–20:20
Venue: 箱根町・芦ノ湖上(元箱根)
Shells: approx. 2,300
2026年8月1日(土)開催、箱根神社の1269回目の例大祭を奉祝する、格式ある花火大会です。芦ノ湖の湖上から約2,300発の花火が打ち上がり、周囲の山々に音が反響しながら、湖面に映る光の帯が幻想的な光景を作り出します。短時間ながら密度の高い花火は、箱根の夏を締めくくるにふさわしい迫力です。
Tips
荒天時は中止や延期の可能性があるため、当日は箱根町の公式発表で開催可否を確認を。終了後は元箱根周辺の道が大変混雑するため、時間差での帰宅がおすすめです。山あいの夜は冷え込みやすいため羽織ものを忘れずに。
Tips
Within walking distance from Moto-Hakone's center. The approach path features stone steps, so comfortable walking shoes are recommended. The area near the torii gate on the lake can get crowded with people taking commemorative photos.
Best time to visit
Approximately 1 hour. The calm morning through early afternoon hours are ideal for worship.
Access & map
〒250-0522 Moto-Hakone, Hakone Town, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa Prefecture, 80-1
Model course featuring this spot
2026 Lake Ashi Summer Festival Week - 1,269th Annual Festival Celebration Fireworks Display - Full Day Course
Kanagawa
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