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Lake Ashi
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Lake Ashi in Hakone appears as the large body of water near Third Tokyo City in several panoramic shots. The lake's distinctive shape and surrounding volcanic mountains closely match the geography shown in the anime's establishing scenes.
Featured in 2 anime
Evangelion: 1.0 You Are (Not) AloneWide establishing shots showing the geography around Third Tokyo City, background scenery during Angel approach sequences
Neon Genesis EvangelionThis spot also appears in this series.
Access
Nearest Station: Hakone-Yumoto Station
From Hakone-Yumoto Station, take Hakone Tozan Bus to Moto-Hakone or Hakone-machi (40 minutes)
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Visitor Tips
Clear weather days for mountain views
Moderate, busier during tourist season
Photography freely allowed around the lake
Mount Fuji visible on clear days, especially in winter
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