STAY PREPARED

HAKONE NATIONAL PARK

SAT • 3 OCT

7 a.m.–7 p.m.

Cultural Connection

Hakone National Park is part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park and is located less than 100 kilometers from Tokyo. Famous for its volcanic landscapes and hot springs, Hakone National Park is one of the most popular destinations among Japanese and international tourists. Get a sweeping view of the park from the aerial cable car. Notice the smoking volcanic activity at the Owakudani valley. Sample the park’s characteristic volcanic cooked black eggs. The ordinary chicken eggs are boiled in a sulfur spring giving them a distinct black color. Legend has it that for each egg eaten, seven years are added to one’s life.

Enjoy a delightful boat ride across Lake Ashi, and take in the natural scenery before visiting Hakone Checkpoint — a historical checkpoint once used to control traffic along the Tokaido highway which linked Tokyo with Kyoto during the feudal Edo Period. This checkpoint helped prevent weapons from entering Edo and kept women and children from fleeing the city. It was in operation for more than 260 years until 1868 when the Edo Period changed to the Meiji Period. Finish the trip with a visit to Hakone Shrine which stands at the foot of Mount Hakone along the shores of Lake Ashi. Founded in 757, this shrine is known for its large red torii gate that proudly stands in Lake Ashi with immense mountains displayed in the background.

$65 Ages 13 & Up $55 Ages 6–12 $40 Ages 3–5 The child price applies for ages 2 and under if a seat is needed. Sign-up dates for ITT’s upcoming tours will be announced on their Facebook page at /YokotaITT. For detailed information on ITT’s upcoming tours, visit YokotaFSS.com/ITT. 227-7083 • Bldg. 327