The importance of Hakone Shrine stems not only from its ancient historical status, and its connection to the local traditions that say that Reverend Mangan established the shrine, to pacify the nine-headed dragon, but also its importance stems from its geographical location and unique design, where it is located on the shores of Lake Ashi, behind the dense forests, As for its unique design, its ancient gate, reflecting Japanese architecture, leads to a flight of steps surrounded by lanterns.