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Hakone Checkpoint

Kanagawa · Hakone · Castles & History

Japanese name: 箱根関所

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Hakone Checkpoint
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WHAT TO DOHakone Checkpoint

The hardest stretch of the Tokaido. The stone paving and the cedar avenue survive.

WHEREKanagawa

West · Hakone

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Overview

The hardest stretch of the Tokaido. The stone paving and the cedar avenue survive.

Key facts

Founded / opened：1619 Designation：Historic Site

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