Hakone Okami refers to the divine spirit or spirits enshrined at Hakone Shrine, located near Lake Ashi in the mountainous Hakone region of Japan. Traditionally venerated as guardian deities of the mountain and surrounding area, they have long been associated with travelers' safety, particularly for those journeying through the rugged Hakone pass on the old Tokaido road. Devotees have historically sought their protection, though specific claims of efficacy remain part of local tradition and belief rather than verified fact.