Explore the history of Hakone at the Hakone Checkpoint Museum, a reconstructed checkpoint that was once part of the old Tokaido Highway. Learn about the Edo period and the role of the checkpoint in maintaining security and controlling travel. The museum features exhibits on the history of the area, including artifacts, dioramas, and interactive displays. Take a step back in time and imagine what it was like to travel through Hakone during the samurai era.