Ashigara Seki Ruins
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The remains of a barrier station on Ashigara Pass, known as the most difficult point on the Tokaido Road. A place steeped in history and romance.
Highlights
- Barrier station ruins on the most challenging section of the Tokaido Road
- A historical site established in the Heian period
- A romantic location frequently mentioned in classical Japanese poetry as a poetic allusion
- Nearby attractions include the Ashigara Castle ruins and the Ashigara Manyo Park, offering a blend of history and nature
- Enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Fuji and Suruga Bay
Basic Information
- Address
- 3649 Takenoshita, Oyama-cho, Suntou-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Shizuoka
- Access
- By Shinkansen (bullet train): Get off at JR Numazu Station from Mishima Station, then take a 90-minute walk from JR Ashigara Station. By Tomei Expressway: Ashigara Smart IC Show route
- Op.Hours
- Operating Hours: None
- Cld.Days
- Closed: None
- Fee
- Fee: Free
- INFO
- Parking: None Restrooms: None Pets: Not Allowed
Overview
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