Japan Journeys by Marks Andreas

Author:Marks, Andreas
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 978-4-8053-1310-7
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Published: 2015-04-28T04:00:00+00:00

HAKONE

The town of Hakone, located in what was known as Sagami Province during the Edo period and is now known as Kanagawa Prefecture, is popular for its hot springs and the scenic beauty lent by its proximity to Mount Fuji. The Hakone Checkpoint, opened in 1619 and in operation until 1869, was one of two official checkpoints along the Tokaido highway, where travelers had their permits and baggage examined. In 2007, the checkpoint was restored to its original form and is now an open-air museum.

Volcanically active Hakone has an abundance of natural hot springs. 1852, Utagawa Hiroshige, Kiga, from the series Pictures of Seven Hot Springs of Hakone.

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