The Hakone Sekisho Checkpoint

During the Edo period (1603-1868), the role of the barrier stations changed from that of a military fortress to that of a police station, inspecting travelers and their luggage as they traveled along the roads. In particular, it seems that they kept a close watch on the wives of daimyos (feudal lords) who were kept as hostages in Edo to ensure that they did not rebel against the shogunate by fleeing back to their homeland, and to prevent large quantities of weapons from being brought into Edo without permission.

The Historic Japanese Hotel

The Fujiya Hotel in Hakone opened on July 15, 1878. The classic exterior of the building is full of attractions, and the hotel is one of the pioneer resort hotels in Japan. The guest lists for this hotel includes Albert Einstein, Charlie Chaplin, Helen Keller, Dwight Eisenhowser, Emperors, and many more.

Choanji Temple, the temple of 500 statues

Hidden off the main road and past a koi pond in Sengokuhara, the temple is surrounded by nature and has a quiet appearance.

Kamakura kodo path and Yusakamichi

Experience the rich nature of Hakone

Hakone Hachiri

Visiting Japan Heritage

The Historic Fujiya

The Fujiya Hotel is one of the most famous hotels in Japan with a long and distinguished history of welcoming guests for more than 100 years. Explore the traditional architecture and services that have been enjoy by the likes of Helen Keller, Charlie Chaplin, and John Lennon over the years.