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Hakone Checkpoint
箱根関所Kanagawa · Kanto
The Hakone Checkpoint was an important post station during the Edo period, serving as a checkpoint for travelers on the Tōkaidō road. Visitors can explore the reconstructed buildings and learn about the history of travel in Japan, as well as enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.
- Best season
- Spring · Autumn
- Crowd level
- Popular
- Rating
- 3.9· 7,605 reviews
- Opening hours
- Daily 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Admission
- adult 500, Hakone Free Pass 400, group 350
- Nearest station
- Kowakidani Station
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
Today
9:00–16:30FreeStored weekly hours
Daily 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
How to get there
From Tokyo Station · ~1h 37m by car
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