At Tokyo, you'll be riding a train as you tour Edo Castle—Tokugawa's residence that became the Imperial Palace in the Meiji era—and many other places related to the late Edo period patriots who played a great role in the capitulation of the castle without any bloodshed during the Ueno war, fought between the old shogunate forces and the new government forces. From Yokohama, you'll then be taking a drive on a rental car. Past the late Edo period and the Meiji Restoration, pay a visit to the residence of Japan's first Prime Minister Hirobumi Ito, who worked for the establishment of a constitutional government, and many other places. After you stretch you legs out at Hakone, you'll be on your way to Shizuoka.
Add to trip planner 12All the year around many tourists start their Tokyo tour from this place, a gateway of Tokyo. This is a Edo Castle special historic site so you can find great historic landmarks. The nature in and around the park is well preserved so that you can also enjoy the seasonal scenery.
More detailsSaigo Takamori was a man of Meiji Restoration. His statue stands in Ueno Park. He is on his way to rabbit-hunting with his dog "Tsunn".
More detailsFor the purpose of protecting the northeastern gate “Kimon”* of the Edo Castle and praying for the peace of people,on the Ueno highland, this temple was built by the high priest Jigendaish Tenkai. The Kan’ei-ji Temple is the general headquarter of the Tendai-shu.
More detailsThere are more than 70 small private stores in this shopping street. Always crowded with lots of people. Photos Provided by photolibery
More detailsReservation Required:The predecessor of the Tanaka family is depicted in Utagawa Hiroshige's ukiyo-e. Tanakaya has been loved by many celebrities including Hirofumi Ito, Soseki Natsume, and statesman of the Meiji period, Soseki Natsume. Being introduced by Katsu Kaishu, Ryoma Sakamoto's wife, Oryo, worked here.
More detailsEstablished in 1927, this classic hotel is reminiscent of Yokohama in the past when the port was first opened. As a renowned hotel of Yokohama, the international city, this hotel continues to serve VIPs from around the world.
More detailsHirobumi Ito’s Former Residence, located in Nojima park, is a wooden house with a thatched roof. The pure Japanese style of architecture here provides a calming atmosphere. In this residence, there are places where you can enjoy a view of Hakkeijima and the sea. You can also relax while drinking matcha green tea in the room.
More detailsA park that commemorates Perry's landing and also has the Perry landing monument and the memorial hall. Historial materials as well as dioramas of Perry's arrival are displayed.
More detailsA parking area located in Odawara City. At the Seisho Parking Area Kudarisen, you are able to overlook the beautiful ocean.
More detailsExtradosed bridge that was built to secure the shipping routes of the ships passing under the bridge.
More detailsAnest Iwata Turnpike Hakone is a sightseeing toll road. Around the end of the Hakone Odawara Line, you can see Mount Fuji and Lake Ashinoko.
More detailsFrom the sky lounge, you are able to not only see Mount Fuji but also Lake Ashinoko and on the sea side, you can see Hatsushima, Oshima, Miura Peninsula, and Boso Peninsula.
More detailsThe Hakone Sightseeing Cruise offers sightseeing boats that sail around Lake Ashinoko, a popular spot in Hakone. There are three boats: Royal II, Victory, and Queen Ashinoko, and passengers can board the cruise at any of the three ports along the edge of the lake. Those ports are Hakonemachi-ko, Motohakone-ko, or Togendai-ko. We recommend the cruise that leaves from Motohakone-ko, as you can vi...
More detailsBack in the day, the biggest difficulty for those travelling on the Tokaido road was Hakone. The place of healing for them was Hakone Ashinoyu hotspring. More than 300 years ago, in 1715, "Kinokuniya" was born in Ashinoyu. Here you can enjoy the high quality hotsprings.
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