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Hakodate Itinerary: Things To Do For 2-Days in Hakodate

Last updated on April 27th, 2024

A southern gateway to Hakodate, one of the port cities in Hokkaido. Read more on how to plan your one or two days Hakodate itinerary. My itinerary included!

Hakodate (函館市), one of Japan’s most underrated cities. This lovely city boasts a laid-back international atmosphere with mouth-watering fresh seafood. Spend one, two, or three days in Hakodate to wider your destination to southern Hokkaido. You’ll find Hakodate worth your visit.

Below two days Hakodate itinerary is highly recommended. It is ideal for those who love to get a good taste of Hakodate has to offer. My actual visit is one and half-day in Hakodate. After that, we were getting to Lake Toya at noon on the second day.

We have summarized our Hakodate trip with itinerary into this article. This Hakodate travel guide blog will include all the best things to do, food to eat, transportation guide, and money-saving tips. Hopefully, this Hakodate travel guide is helpful to plan on your coming Hakodate itinerary.

Table of Contents

My Visit: Two Days Hakodate Itinerary

Before this, my visit to Hakodate keeps debating. We will keep changing the plan ever since I start planned for my Hokkaido trip. Compared with Sapporo, Hakodate does not offering a massive amount of things to do. Added, this city is located at southern Hokkaido. It required about 4 hours of express train journey from Sapporo with expensive transportation costs.

However, I am glad that I finally make the right decision. It not a bad idea to explore Hakodate. Most importantly, plan your Hokkaido itinerary properly. It can greatly save you some money.

Here are the best things to do in my Hakodate itinerary:

• Arrived Hakodate. Check-in hotel and lunch with Lucky Pierrot Hamburger
• Goryoyaku Tower and Park
• Kanemori Red brick warehouses
• Wandering around in Motomachi Street
• Enjoy Night view in Mt Hakodate by Hakodateyama Ropeway
• Eat the Hakodate specialty shio (salt) ramen
• Next morning: Hakodate Morning Market. Have a seafood donburi (rice bowl) as breakfast.

Day 1: Japan’s Top Three Night View

Getting to Hakodate from Sapporo. Hakodate: Goryoyaku Tower and Park, Kanemori red brick warehouses, Mt. Hakodate

For long-distance travel, JR Pass is one of the important passes to save on the transportation fee. The most important thing to do when reached Sapporo is looked for JR Office.

To maximized on the 3 days JR Hokkaido Pass, we choose to depart from Sapporo in the morning. Thanks to the arrangement, we managed to arrived Hakodate before afternoon. Have a quick refresh after check-in to my accommodation in Hakodate. We are ready and excited exploring around.

Check out my stay in Smile Hotel Hakodate which strategic located nearby Hakodate station for easy moving around.

Lucky Pierrot Hamburger

The first thing to do is looked for my lunch. We choose Lucky Pierrot Hamburger as our first meal in Hakodate. This popular burger shop is Hakodate homegrown fast food chain restaurant, offers unique burger in their menu. Try their Chinese Chicken Burger, served with deep fried chicken with sweet and spicy sauce.

Getting to Lucky Pierrot Hamburger : There are several restaurants in Hakodate. You can find at front of Hakodate station, Goryoukaku Park, nearby Kanemori red brick warehouse and more. Get the one suitable for your itinerary.

Goryokaku Fort: The Star Shaped Vista

Next, heading to Goryokaku Fort after the filling lunch. The old Goryakaku Fort is well known for its western star-shaped fort surrounded by a giant moat for defense. This fortress is built in the 1860s as a military installation.

Goryokaku Fort is now one of the best places to chill out in Hakodate. Moreover, it is also one of the best places for cherry blossom in Hokkaido with 1600 cherry trees surrounded during early of May.

It’s nice to take a stroll around Goryokaku Park. Fresh atmosphere, beautiful trees for green natural. Many locals bring their family or friends gathering at the park.

Hakodate Magistrate Office is the official government office of the Edo Shogunate. It has lots of interesting and informative exhibits on the magistrate and how this building was reconstructed.

Required to pay for ¥500 for the entrance. We did not enter this historical building and choose to wandering around in the park.

For the best view, go to Goryokaku Tower Observatory for the entire perfect star-shaped Goryakaku Park from above. The view of the park is stunningly beautiful. It gives a great view of the fort and surrounding Hakodate.

Admission cost about ¥900 for the access to 98 meters high of bird’s eye view. You can get the Goryokaku Tower Admission Ticket from Klook at cheaper price.

Getting to Goryokaku Fort : Many buses and trams can get you to the Goryokaku Fort. Access to Goryokaku Park from Hakodate station to Goryokaku Koen-mae stop. From there, walk another 10 minutes will get you to Goryoyaku Tower.

Kanemori Red brick Warehouse

Next, we were ready to explore the city center. Hakodate was one of the first ports open to foreign trade. So this explained the western-influenced facade of Kanemori red brick warehouse. It also one of the best places in Hakodate for a leisure visit.

Enjoy strolling along the Hakodate bay with a breathtaking view. Hopped on one of the shops selling souvenirs, fashion apparel, restaurants, and cafe. The famous Pastry Snaffle’s and Petite Merveille can be found at here.

Getting to Kanemori Redbrick Warehouse : From Jujigai tram station and walk for 5 minutes.

Motomachi: Historical Western Neighborhood

If you have time, consider include the visit to the historical Motomachi area. Several historical churches and western buildings are awaiting you to explore. The Russian Orthodox Church, Motomachi Roman Catholic Church, Hakodate Episcopal Church, Old British Consulate represents the Western Historical in Hakodate.

Getting to Motomachi : Take the tram and get off at Jujigai. Walk for 15 minutes uphill walk. 

Mount Hakodate: Million Dolar Night View

We proceeded to Mt Hakodate for the unobstructed view of Hakodate. The Hakodate night view is voted as one of the world’s top three-night views. Celebrate your first night in Hakodate with the jewel-like nigh view on top of Mount Hakodate.

Make your way up to Mt Hakodate by the Hakodateyama Ropeway for 1780 yen. It is the most scenic way of getting up the peak at 334 meters. This attraction is extremely popular, so please arrive before the sunset and expected for the queuing time from 30 minutes to 1 hour.

See the breathtaking million-dollar night view of Hakodate from Mt. Hakodate Observation deck. Definitely worth the visit.

Getting to Mt. Hakodate : Access to Jujigai tram stop and walk for 10 minutes to the ropeway station. Take the 3 minutes ropeway ride to summit at ¥1280 for round trip. Alternative, Take the (#4) bus from Hakodate JR station directly to the summit at ¥400 with 30 minutes. 

Hakodate Shio Ramen From Ichimonji

Hakodate is famous for shio (salt) ramen. One of the must-try food when visiting Hakodate.

Our first day of Hakodate itinerary ended with one bowl shio ramen with home grow noodles. We went to Ichimonji Hakodate Ramen which specialty is shio ramen for our late dinner. The clear soup made from the chicken is very flavoury delicious. What a wonderful day!

Day 2: Hakodate Morning Market

Hakodate: Morning Market. Next, getting to Lake Toya from Hakodate  

Begin your second day with seafood donburi (rice bowl) as breakfast. A visit to Hakodate Morning Market is a must-do when visiting Hakodate. The night view at Mt. Hakodate and the morning market are the major attraction for staying one night in Hakodate.

Hakodate Morning Market is located nearby Hakodate station with merely 5 minutes of walking distance. It starts opens as early as 5 a.m. and welcomes millions of locals and visitors every year.

Local produce and seafood such as scallop, sea urchins, salmon eggs, squids, crabs are fill up the whole market. Grab the famous Hokkaido scallop as souvenir. The price is very cheap compare to outside with a similar size and weight.

Squid Catching Challenge

You can try the squid catching challenge from the fishing pond. The chef will prepare the fresh sashimi from your catch.

Don’t miss the chance to try the local specialties at Donburi Yokocho Ichiba. It is a food alley arcade nearby the Hakodate morning market. Try the best donburi in Hokkaido at one of the seafood specialty shops here.

We choose the Ebisuya Sushi Shokudo at Donburi street. It offers over wide varieties of seafood donburi up to 50 types. The seafood is so fresh and delicious. I start missing my Hakodate trip.

Getting to Hakodate Morning market : 5 minutes walk from JR Hakodate Station

After the filling breakfast, we packed our luggage and proceed for our next destination to Lake Toya. Consider the 4 hours JR train ride from Sapporo to Hakodate, spending one day in Hakodate without overnight maybe too rush. Try to allocate your itinerary by staying one night in Hakodate. Don’t miss the best night view in Mt Hakodate and visit on Hakodate Morning Market at the next day.

Our two days Hakodate itinerary is just nice and cover most of the must-visit attraction in Hakodate. We enjoy the food and attraction in Hakodate.

Where To Stay

Four Points by Sheraton Hakodate : One of the best sellers in Hakodate. Thanks to its strategic location and classic interior design. Friendly and professional staff are ready to help with any problem.

FAV Hotel Hakodate : Newly open and brand clean with good access to the Hakodate Station and morning market. Spacious and comfortable rooms at a reasonable price.

Hakodate Kokusai Hotel : Mid-range accommodation stays in Hakodate which strategic located nearby JR Hakodate station. Spacious rooms are available for triple or four-person stay. Very suitable for a group of families.

HakoBA Hakodate  is highly recommended for mid-budget travelers when looking for where to stay in Hakodate on a budget. It is a historical building that transformed into an affordable accommodation with a sleek design.

More Hakodate accommodation options: Where To Stay in Hakodate: Best Hotels Pick

Transportation Guide: How To Get To Hakodate

First of all, traveling in Japan is not cheap especially for transportation. However, Japan offering a wide range of transportation pass to ease for foreign visitors for traveling around.

Depending on where is your departure city and itinerary planning. The transportation cost to Hakodate is not cheap. The single way from Sapporo to Hakodate already cost about ¥8630. Therefore, it is best to get the JR pass to save on transportation expenses.

From Tokyo To Hakodate

By Shinkansen : Get the JR East-South Hokkaido Rail Pass at ¥26,000 for 6 days flexible usage within the 14 days. This pass allows the Shinkansen usage between Tokyo to Hakodate which greatly saves a lot of money. Added, take the unlimited on the JR Hokkaido Lines (Southern Hokkaido) and JR East Lines (Kanto and Tohoku areas). If Hokkaido is part of your whole Japan visit, it is worth to consider the Whole Japan JR Pass .

The 4-hour bullet train journey from Tokyo Station will get you to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto. Lastly, change to Hakodate station on Hakodate Liner or Super Hokoto Limited Express with 20 minutes.

From Sapporo To Hakodate

By JR train : For long-distance travel, consider get the JR Hokkaido Rail Pass which valid 3, 5, 7 consecutive days or flexible 4 days. This pass included unlimited rides on JR trains (excluding Hokkaido Shinkansen) and JR buses. A single journey of JR train from Sapporo to Hakodate already costs about ¥8630. So this pass will pay off if you plan to travel for long distances and access to major famous attractions in Hokkaido.

Hokuto and Super Hokuto train depart hourly from Sapporo Station to Hakodate Station, with approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes of the train journey.

By Highway Bus : The journey took about 5 and a half hours for the bus journey between Sapporo and Hakodate.

Rental Car : Most of the Hokkaido’s attractions are spreading around. Renting a car and getting around Hokkaido by self-driving is another great option when visiting Hokkaido. Drive at your own pace and exploring the beauty of Hokkaido freely. Visit RentalCars.com for car rental information at Hokkaido.

Getting Around in Hakodate

One day or two-day transportation pass is available for visiting Hakodate. A one day pass for trams is only ¥600. While one or two days pass for both trams and buses will cost you ¥1000/¥1700. Most of the attractions in Hakdote can be reach by walking. We will recommended buy the one-day trams pass if you take tram more than 3 times. We were getting the one-day tram pass for the first day during my two days Hakodate itinerary

Alternative, biking is extremely popular among locals and tourists without spending too much on transportation. Do check with your hotel for free bicycle usage.

Overall: Two days in Hakodate

A day trip to Hakodate is too rush as you might miss the Hakodate morning market and night view at Mt. Hakodate. These two attractions are the must-go when visiting Hakodate.

While Hakodate is not the last stop for our Hokkaido trip after this two days Hakodate itinerary. Keep reading for our next adventure at Mt. Usu and amazing stay at Lake Toya.

Lastly, this 2 days Hakodate itinerary is part of our travel blog post to Hokkaido. If you are interested, please continue to read on for more detail on the best place to visit in Hokkaido.

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20 BEST Things to do in Hakodate, Japan [2024 Guide]

• Last Updated: January 25, 2024

In this post, we’ll help you find the best things to do in Hakodate to make the most of your time here.

Hakodate, the charming Japanese city in Hokkaido, receives a lot of local and international tourists each year.

It is the first Japanese harbour city to have opened to international trade after the country’s isolation era. 

Claimed to be one of the most beautiful spots for starting your journey, the city is situated in the shadow of the impressive Mount Hakodate. 

The city includes everything from eye-catching sights, rich history, beautiful handicrafts to some of the most delicious food stalls in the world. 

Another great thing about Hakodate is the amazing countryside surrounding it. This means that you can always plan your trip to the lush parklands, national parks and local villages if you have enough time. 

Hakodate station is a popular train station in Japan as well, making it easy to travel around the city and take day trips. Hakodate Airport is also well connected to the city center by public transport if you are flying in.

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Table of Contents

1. Explore Mount Hakodate and the Observation Deck

2. walk around tsugaru fort, 3. try the squid, 4. tour fort goryokaku, 5. shop at the hakodate meijikan, 6. attend the hakodate port festival, 7. visit the kanemori red brick warehouse, 8. day trip to the nakamura-ke residence, 9. explore motomachi, 10. visit the hakodate museum of northern people, 11. meander through onuma park, 12. visit matsumae castle, 13. stroll around hakodate bay, 14. experience autumn leaves at kosetsuen park, 15. learn history at old soma residence, 16. wander the hachiman-zaka slope, 17. take a hike at mt. esan, 18. bathe at a natural sea onsen, 19. shop at the hakodate morning market, 20. eat at daimon yokocho, best time to visit hakodate, hokkaido, toyoko inn hokkaido hakodate ekimae asaichi, hotel mystays hakodate goryokaku, hotel wbf hakodate ~ watatsumi  , budget-friendly, luxury , the best things to do in hakodate, hokkaido.

Here’s my guide to the top things to do in Hakodate, Hokkaido for your first trip here!

From eating local food at the Hakodate Morning Market, to visiting the summit of Mount Hakodate, to seeing the iconic Red Brick Warehouse and more, here are the best activities to try when visiting Hakodate.

Mount Hakodate is known for its night view and is a must-visit when visiting Hakodate. 

To get to Mount Hakodate, take a ropeway from the base of Mount Hakodate. It will help you reach the summit in around 3 minutes. 

The best time for the night view of the city is half an hour after the sunset. This is the time when the lights in the city are turned on and the sky turns to twilight colours.

Don’t miss Mount Hakodate at night as it makes for wonderful photographs and memories.

Enjoy the stunning night view and the sparkling city lights from the Mount Hakodate Observation Deck.

Tsugaru Fort, located right at the top of the stunning Mount Hakodate,  is the main highlight of Hakodate that you can’t miss when visiting. 

You can easily reach the fort via a ropeway to get to Mount Hakodate’s top.  Once you reach the top, walk past the west battery and hike towards the east and the south batteries.

You will also find a number of picnic tables just outside the fort to refresh yourself while enjoying the breathtaking views of the surroundings.

As odd as it might sound, squid is the main highlight of the seafood in Japan. Hakodate lies just next to the sea which is why it is famous for its seafood.

You will find it as the main ingredient of almost all the dishes in Hakodate – and I’m not exaggerating. 

The most renowned dish goes by the name of Hakodate shio ramen, which is ramen noodles cooked in a squid stock instead of the usual pork-based broth. 

Ika-Meshi is another famous dish to try during your tour to Hakodate. It is a dish that contains stuffed rice with the ubiquitous cephalopod.

Built in 1864, Fort Goryokaku is one of the first forts with a western-style design construction in Japan.

It has a star-shaped construction which you can explore only after climbing to the top of Goryokaku Tower and looking back over its structure.

The fort is not in the same condition as it was in the past old days. However, you can still enjoy it by going for a walk in the pretty cherry trees lined up along the Goryokaku park pathways during the sakura season.

Goryokaku Park becomes a wonderful sight during the spring season when the cherries blossom.

While it is equally mind-numbingly beautiful to wander around the blooming trees in Goryokaku Park, I highly recommend making a trip up to the top of Goryokaku Tower to admire the beauty of the fort from above!

Hakodate Meijikan is the perfect place to shop for souvenirs. You will find tasteful items from glassworks, art boxes and handicrafts to teddy bears, along with all the other items. 

Hakodate Seafood market is located nearby, where you can have fresh seafood as well as desserts. Among the desserts, Rusama-ya-Sweets is quite famous. 

If you’re wondering what to do in Hakodate and you happen to be here in August, you have to check out the Port Festival!

The Hakodate Port Festival extends over 6 days and is considered as one of the main town events. 

Unsurprisingly, squid dance is the highlight of this festival, along with Hakodate’s famous and best foodstuff. 

Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse was once a storehouse. Now, it is turned into a shopping complex.

Visitors go there to shop for different items from fashion and household goods to the special Hokkaido souvenirs. 

You can also try out soft-serve ice cream made with fresh milk. A hot tip is to spend your evenings here.

The area is well lit at night and makes for a perfect photograph come night. The pictures look especially dreamy on the rainy days. 

The neighbouring Esashi lies just 70 kilometres from the city and is one of the best day trips from Hakodate.

This Japanese part was famous for its herring trade during the 18th and 19th centuries. It used to be an important central hub in the old days. 

To experience what this place looked like in those days, visit the Nakamura-ke Residence, a beautiful home constructed using cypress stone and wood.

It once belonged to a rich merchant and is quite well known since it was built with wood and stones without the use of any nails at all!

This makes it quite unique in construction and worth visiting for all the tourists that visit Hakodate.

Motomachi, which used to be a trading port city, is now a sightseeing area with various buildings. You can find the building’s design influenced by different cultures including American, Russian, and English. 

You can also find a Russian Orthodox Church by the name of Hakodate Orthodox Church depicting the influence of Russians in the region.

The Hakodate Orthodox Church bell rings at 7 am every Saturday and Sunday morning. Interestingly, it is also listed as one of the 100 Best Soundscapes in Japan. 

Other cool buildings to check out include the Motomachi Roman Catholic Church and the Old Public Hall of Hakodate. Both of these have impressive architecture and history. Motomachi Park is also a beautiful place for a walk.

Take your time to explore and stroll through the streets of Motomachi which are a unique fusion of the Eastern and the Western culture.

Hakodate Museum of Northern People is situated inside a building that was once the bank of Japan. The construction goes back to 1926.

The museum is an ode to the Ainu culture, providing a beautiful look at the native culture which is unknown outside of Japan. 

You’ll learn about interesting snippets of Japan’s past, including the primeval groups in Japan such as Sakhalin, belonging to an island located to the North of Hokkaido (currently part of Russia).

Anyone who loves to learn about history and culture should definitely visit the Hakodate Museum of Northern People.

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Onuma Park, located just 20 km to the North of Hakodate, is a site worth visiting. It is known for its island-dotted lakes, picturesque volcano and the famous Mount Komagatake. 

You can plan a one day trip to Onuma park from Hakodate or stop by it on a journey between Hakodate and Sapporo.

Many trains pass between the two cities at the Onuma Koen Station, the central Hakodate station.

The most attractive point of the park is situated between the two lakes – Onuma (large lake) and Konuma (small lake). You can explore it easily by walking around it.

In fact, many walking tours are already available to help you explore the lakes’ islands and peninsulas, which are interconnected by small bridges in easy 15-60 minute walks.

You can also rent a bicycle at 500 yen/hour and 1000 yen/day. Going on cycling tours, you’ll be led around lake Onuma following the main road instead of the lakeshore for most of its distance. It still makes for a nice area to explore.

You can also enjoy sightseeing boating tours at 40 minutes intervals during summers. Each tour is about half an hour long and really adds a lot to this list of the top Hakodate attractions.

Other activities which you can enjoy in the Onuma park include tennis, fishing, canoeing and camping.

Matsumae is a former castle town located west of Cape Shirakami, the south part of Hokkaido. It lies only 20 kilometres across the Tsugaru Strait from Aomori, Matsumae.

This town was known for its shipping trade and was protected by a garrison at Matsumae Castle, the only Japanese style castle built on Hokkaido.

Matsumae Castle’s original keep has been compromised many times over the centuries. However, it is reconstructed each time.

The current structure displays a selection of artifacts of the local Matsumae clan, with some items belonging to Ainu.

You can also find a theme park by the name of Matsumaehan Yashiki. This depicts the Matsumae town of the Edo period with 14 buildings such as a shipping agent, a magistrate’s office, a merchant house and a guard station.

You would also find life-sized mannequins in the park. Period costumes are also available for rent while exploring the town.

Hakodate Bay is another amazing spot to visit in the city center. Located between the Morning Market and the Motomachi district, you will love strolling here.

The view is scenic during the day and turns extremely romantic at night due to the presence of red warehouses’ lights.

Visit Meijikan, for a special experience. You will find ninja outfits and other funny dresses inside this shop.

Also known as Miharashi Park , it is one of the most amazing places to visit in Hakodate during Autumn.

You can get to the park by bus in 40 minutes. Experience the autumn leaves which are lit up from Oct to mid-Nov.

This is the private residence of Soma Teppei , a wealthy merchant. The English audio guide will tell you about Japanese culture and Hakodate’s history and you can see an elegant garden.

It is located near Yunokawa Onsen and costs ¥540 (round-trip).

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Hachiman-zaka Slope connects a picturesque port via a hilly road.  This particular slope in Japan is quite famous throughout the country and is definitely worth visiting.

You will see roadside trees illuminated during the winter. Come night, the light from the trees and the port also gives it a romantic touch.

Mount Esan is a 618-meter-high active volcano. You can hike it for fun as it would only take an hour, making it one of the best free things to do in Hakodate.

It is part of Esan Prefectural Natural Park on the Kameda peninsula located far east of Hakodate. This is also one of the best sightseeing spots!

Mizunashi-Kaihin Onsen is a natural hot spring where tourists visit for a bath. Pack your swimming costume if you plan to have a bath here.

It is suitable for bathing in both the summer and the winter season, but only when the tide is low. Located near Mt. Esan, it is a little difficult to access.

Taking a trip to the Hakodate Morning Market is recommended for all shopping enthusiasts. 

This market is famous for local treats including fresh seafood. You can buy fresh and juicy crabs in addition to dining at some of the most amazing seafood restaurants situated right next to the Hakodate Morning Market.

I highly recommend reserving your lunch here as you cannot taste fresher Japanese seafood anywhere else.

One of the famous local specialties goes by the name of donburi , which is a rice bowl full of freshly caught seafood. The Hakodate Morning Market is the best place to try one.

Daimon Yokocho is an alley with 26 restaurants. It is more of a food street that lies near Hakodate station.

This is the best place for experiencing Japanese nightlife and experiencing Japanese paper and bamboo lanterns that are well lit up during the night.

If you’re a real foodie, you could also consider booking a ramen-making class at a local restaurant.

Hakodate Travel Guide

Now that you know what to do in Hakodate, we want to help you make your other plans as well by sharing the best time to visit Hakodate, Hokkaido as well as the best accommodations and places to eat in the city.

Wondering when is the best time to visit Hakodate?

June, July, August and September are the best months for planning your trip to this beautiful Japanese city. The weather is quite warm during these months. 

However, July and August are also the months when it receives heavy rains. The coldest months are in January and February. 

For swimming enthusiasts, the best time to visit Hakodate is during the month of August as it is considered the best month for swimming.

Best Places to Stay in Hakodate, Hokkaido

All these places are ideal options for budget accommodations in Hakodate, Hokkaido. The environment is clean and the food served at breakfast is typical of Japanese standards.

In other words, you won’t be disappointed!

With prices around $50 per night, this is a great value for the location. The hotel is located near the JR Hakodate station and the morning market.

And it offers excellent breakfast, parking facility, Wifi and air conditioning.

This is a great budget-friendly choice .

It is another great choice as it offers all the facilities you would want including breakfast, an in-house restaurant, wifi and air conditioning.

Conveniently located near the JR Hakodate train station and also has a market nearby. You can easily eat from many restaurants located nearby.

Best Places to Eat in Hakodate, Hokkaido

For grabbing the Yakitori lunch Hasegawa Store Bay Area is where to be. Everything here is in Japanese but thankfully, the instructions are in English.

The workers are more than happy to help you in ordering food. The food is highly raved and will certainly satisfy your hunger.

Asaichi Dining Store No. 2 is the best place for trying seafood at an affordable price. Located on the second floor of the morning market, it is conveniently located at a quick walking distance from Hakodate Station.

Shigechan Sushi is a small restaurant with a friendly environment and a delicious menu. This is one of the best sushi restaurants to try in Hakodate that promises an affordable price.

Rokkatei Goryokaku is one of the hidden gems in Hakodate. The cafe and the pastry shop are simply excellent.

Sushidokoro Kihara is an upscale restaurant that offers the best sushi in town. You can be sure of the freshness of the seafood.

L’oiseau par Matsunaga serves amazing food and top-notch service. One word to describe it – exquisite. An ideal place to bring somebody you’d want to impress.

Every dish is thoughtfully prepared at Ryotei Fumoto . They give meticulous attention to the presentation of their food and the ambience, service and food are highly raved about.

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Hakodate (����) is Hokkaido 's third largest city, located at the island's southern tip. Hakodate is best known for the spectacular views to be enjoyed from Mount Hakodate and its delicious, fresh seafood.

Hakodate was among the first Japanese port cities that were opened to international trade after the country's era of isolation . As a result, the city has experienced notable influence from overseas, and the foreign population's former residential district and a Western-style fort are among its main tourist attractions.

Onuma Park , a quasi national park with beautiful, island-dotted lakes, is located only half an hour north of Hakodate and makes a nice side trip or a stop along the journey between Hakodate and Sapporo .

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Fresh seafood on sale at Hakodate Morning Market

You can even try your hand at fishing for your lunch from tanks filled with freshly caught squid. Pick up a rod and if you manage to hook a squid one of the market’s sushi chefs will make squid sashimi for you. 

Besides seafood there’s also a wide range of fresh fruit and veg, including delicious slices of melon , another speciality of Hokkaido.

• 6.00am-2.00pm daily

Get a Seafood Fix at Donburi Yokocho

Just next door to the main thrust of Hakodate Morning Market, Donburi Yokocho is the perfect place for breakfast. 

Around twenty donburi restaurants  are crammed into a narrow arcade, each one with a window display filled with plastic models of the dishes on their menu.

Each restaurant specialises in donburi dishes topped with a huge choice of fresh seafood, all caught in the seas around Hakodate. 

As well as salmon and tuna there are several other donburi dishes available, such as shrimp , scallop , squid , sea urchin , crab and salmon roe . 

Click here for a list of Donburi Yokocho’s  restaurants and their specialities.

• Donburi Yokocho
• Times vary per restaurant, but most operate from 6.00am-3.00pm.

Shop in Kanemori Red Brick Warehouses

A little further along Hakodate’s waterfront are the Kanemori Red Brick Warehouses . 

Once used for storage during Hakodate’s days as a bustling port, several gorgeous old warehouses have now been converted to host a number of  excellent shops, cafes and restaurants .

The shops inside Kanemori sell a variety of local speciality souvenirs, confectionery and foods as well as clothing and jewellery. There are also several cosy cafes that specialise in Japanese and Western foods. 

For a real feast don’t miss the vast and hugely atmospheric Hakodate Beer Hall . Here you can find great food along with fantastic locally brewed beers.

See the Western Influence in Motomachi

When Japan  ended its policy of isolation in 1854  Hakodate was one of the first port cities to open up to foreign visitors. 

The early Western influence on Hakodate can still be seen today. Many beautiful and historic Western-inspired buildings still remain throughout the city.  

The majority of these can be found in the neighbourhood of Motomachi . Motomachi’s picturesque streets resemble a film set, lined with grand colourful public buildings, pretty churches and former Consulates. 

Next to Motomachi Park is the spectacular Old Public Hall of Hakodate and the Hakodate Branch Office of Hokkaido Government building , which is now an information centre.

Nearby stands the Former British Consulate of Hakodate . Inside is an  excellent exhibition documenting the history of the consulate and the opening of Hakodate to foreign ships.

The former consulate also has a superb café on the ground floor where you can take typically British high tea . 

A few streets away is the famous Hachiman Zaka Slope . The top end of this sloping street offers incredible views across Hakodate Bay .

The Orthodox Church and Hachiman Zaka Slope in Hakodate’s Motomachi at night

Just around the corner are three striking white churches, all built in completely different architectural styles.

The Russian-inspired Hakodate Orthodox Church , the classically European Motomachi Catholic Church and the retro-modern Anglican St John’s Church could all make you think you were somewhere other than Japan .

See the Stunning View From Mount Hakodate

No Hakodate itinerary is complete without a trip to the summit of Mount Hakodate .

At 334 metres above sea level, the views from Mount Hakodate are breathtaking, especially on a clear night when the entire city is illuminated by light.

A gravestone at the Foreigner’s Cemetery in Hakodate and the entrance gates to the Chinese graveyard

In the following years many other foreign sailors and diplomats were also buried in the graveyard.

Graves are grouped together by nationality, with separate sections dedicated to those from America , Russia , China , and Europe . Hugging a stretch of the coastline, all graves face out onto the sea.

Another reason to venture this far west is for Cafeteria Morie at the far end of the Foreign Cemetery. There is a strong Russian influence in Hakodate, as seen in the Hakodate Orthodox Church and the nearby former Russian Consulate.

With wonderful views overlooking the sea, the cosy Cafeteria Morie has a Russian inspired menu , including delicious baked pirozhki served with traditional Russian black tea with jam.

• Hakodate Foreign Cemetery / Cafeteria Moglie
• Tram 5 to Hakodate Dock-Mae, then a 5-10 minute walk
• Cafeteria Moglie: 11.00am-6.00pm - closed Mondays

Stroll Along Cape Tachimachi

At the southernmost tip of Hakodate is Cape Tachimachi . 

Cape Tachimachi is a gorgeous stretch of rocky coastline, with wide open views of the Tsugaru Straights as well as a glorious panorama back towards Hakodate.

Sat beneath the peak of Mount Hakodate, Cape Tachimachi is a wonderfully peaceful spot to relax. On a clear day you might even be able to see across to Honshu , the main island of Japan.

• Cape Tachimachi
• Tram 2 to Yachigashira, then a 10 minute walk

Admire Goryokaku from Goryokaku Tower

In the north of Hakodate is Goryokaku , a star-shaped park framed by a moat that dates from the late Edo Period. 

Goryokaku was  built as a military fort  to protect Hakodate from possible invasion. In the early 20 th  century the fort was transformed into a public park . In the centre of Goryokaku Park is a modern replica of the Former Magistrate Office.

Today, Goryokaku is particularly popular during cherry blossom season . Over a thousand cherry blossom trees line the park’s moat which usually come into bloom in late April and early May each year.

The best view of Goryokaku can be seen from Goryokaku Tower which stands directly opposite the park. Besides the fort,  Goryokaku Tower also offers fantastic views across the whole city and towards Mount Hakodate .

• Tram 2 or 5 to Goryokaku-Koen-Mae , then a 5 minute walk
• Goryokaku Tower : Summer: 8.00am-7.00pm / winter 9.00am-6.00pm
• Goryokaku Park : Summer: 5.00am-7.00pm / winter 5.00am-6.00pm
• Goryokaku Tower: ¥900 / Goryokaku Park: Free

Take a Trip to Lake Onuma

If you have the time, a trip to Lake Onuma is definitely worth adding to your Hakodate itinerary. 

Only thirty minutes by train from Hakodate, Lake Onuma is a beautiful quasi national park. Walking paths cross a series of islands that dot the tranquil lake that sits beneath the triangle-tipped Mount Komagatake .

In summer there are boat trips out onto the lakes, and in autumn the park is filled with colour. During Hokkaido’s long winter the park is covered in a thick layer of snow.

As well as the walking paths around Lake Onuma, don’t miss the more secluded scenic walks around the smaller Lake Konuma . The entrance to Lake Konuma is just a few minutes’ walk north of Onuma-koen station.

• 30 minutes to an hour from Hakodate Station to Onuma-koen JR station depending on the train service

Tuck in to a Local Classic at Lucky Pierrot Burger

One of the best things to do in Hakodate is eat, and Lucky Pierrot Burger is one of the best and most unique restaurants in Japan. No Hakodate itinerary is complete without a visit to at least one branch of Lucky Pierrot Burger.

Lucky Pierrot Burger is a chain restaurant with a difference. There are 17 branches of Lucky Pierrot Burger , all located in Hakodate, though no two restaurants are the same.

Each branch of  Lucky Pierrot Burger  has its own theme complete with a wonderfully weird interior . 

One branch is dedicated to Elvis Presley whilst another is filled with everything to do with Audrey Hepburn . The branch opposite Goryokaku Tower is angel themed , and in the branch in Jujigai it is Christmas all year round .

Though this might all sound like a cheap gimmick, the food at Lucky Pierrot Burger is the main reason to visit.

Of the wide range of mouth-watering burgers on the menu the succulent Chinese chicken burger is the chain’s best seller. Pair it up with a mug of fries drizzled with gravy and cheese sauce.

A giant model of the Chinese chicken burger in Lucky Pierrot Burger in Hakodate’s bay area and the chain’s logo on a can

There’s much more on offer than just burgers, too. Lucky Pierrot Burger’s menu also has a wide selection of delicious curries and omurice dishes. 

Prices are cheap (most burgers are around ¥400) and the portion sizes are huge , making a visit to at least one branch of Lucky Pierrot Burger an essential addition to any Hakodate itinerary.

• Lucky Pierrot Burger
• 17 branches around Hakodate | Easiest branches to find: Two branches in Hakodate Bay / opposite Goryokaku Tower / Jujigai Ginza near Jujigai tram stop
• 10,00am-12.30am / Saturday 10.00am-1.30am

How to Get Around Hakodate

Many of Hakodate’s main sights are within walking distance of each other, but there are times when you’ll need to use public transport to get around the city.

There are two tram lines in Hakodate that connect Motomachi and the main bay area with the rest of the city. 

Both trams follow much of the same route and separate at Jujigai ; route 2 then heads south towards Cape Tachimachi , whilst route 5 continues north towards the Foreigner’s Cemetery .

IC cards from any of Japan’s major cities, such as Pasmo , Suica or Icoca , can be used on Hakodate’s trams. 

If you don’t have an IC card, then take a ticket from the ticket machine next to the door when you board. Drop the ticket and the correct fare into the machine next to the driver when you’re ready to disembark.

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Most Hokkaido-bound travelers are researching Sapporo , and don’t even bother looking at a Hakodate travel guide. This is unfortunate for a number of reasons, first among them that Hakodate, as a travel destination, is superior to Hokkaido in just about every way.

Of course, it’s not just Hakodate attractions like the famous (among Japanese) Hakodate Morning Market or iconic (again, largely among Japanese travelers) night view from atop the Mt. Hakodate Ropeway. Hakodate has that intangible something, one that’s at once bounded by the two bays its city center sits between and yet as high above it as the Goryokaku Tower.

Whether you’re looking for what to do in Hakodate or are simply deciding whether to include it in your Hokkaido itinerary (spoiler alert: The answer is yes!), you’ll definitely want to continue reading.

Where to Stay in Hakodate

The majority of Hakodate things to do radiate out from the area around JR Hakodate Station, so the majority of the hotels I recommend are going to be near there. However, as you browse my recommendations, I want you to keep in mind that Hakodate hotels do leave something to be desired, with a few exceptions. Apart from newer properties springing up around JR Hakodate Station (such as the fantastic Tokyu Stay), the quality of hotels hasn’t kept up with the surge in tourism.

These Hakodate hotels include La Jolie Motomachi , which is managed by popular Japanese brand WBF, and the posh Villa Concordia Resort and Spa , which sits near the ropeway for Mt. Hakodate. A third option, if you don’t mind being a bit outside the city center in tranquil Yunokawa Onsen, is Emi Hakodateya .

The Best Things to Do in Hakodate

Ascend mt. hakodate by night.

As I mentioned in the intro to this post, the Hakodate night view is primarily famous among Japanese travelers—most foreigners have never heard of it! Still, I can’t imagine feeling disappointed by the incredible site of a city sprawled out beneath you atop Mt. Hakodate , especially one with Hakodate’s geography. Sandwiches between two bays that are nearly symmetrical, it’s one of the most attractive cities in Japan , certainly from above.

Explore Unique History in Motomachi

If you’re interested in history, another of my favorite things to do in Hakodate is to explore the picturesque and charming Motomachi district, which sits roughly halfway between the station and Morning Market and the entrance to the Mt. Hakodate Ropeway. Several European-inspired structures exist here, but my favorites are the Russian-influenced Hakodate Orthodox Church as well as Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse , which houses a variety of shops and restaurants.

Eat the Famous “Dancing Squid”

Like Mt. Hakodate, the Hakodate Morning Market is a place that’s primarily famous among Japanese—or at least it was, before a certain viral video took over the internet several years back . Even if you don’t eat the so-called “Dancing Squid” (which is very much dead, and moves solely because of salt in soy sauce reacting with its neurons), the market is a feast for the eyes (and camera!) and offers delicious seafood of the non-zombie sort.

Look Down on Goryokaku’s Star Shape

The shape of Goryokaku , the famous Hakodate fort, isn’t evident until you look down on it from atop Goryokaku Tower . While you’re up there, however, you should also make sure to read up on the fort’s—and Hakodate’s—history. Although the city (and Hokkaido in general) have a much shorter and less eclectic history than Japan as a whole, the important military role Hakodate played in the not-too-distant past is fascinating to learn about.

Cross the Tsugaru Strait

Because Hokkaido’s trains are slower compared to other trains in Japan (at least until 2030, when the Shinkansen extension to Sapporo opens), options for day trips from Hakodate are somewhat limited. As a result, rather than traveling north to destinations in Hokkaido, your best course of action is to ride the bullet train under the Tsugaru Strait , whether you take a city trip to Aomori or visit Hirosaki Castle , which is especially stunning when the sakura are at full bloom.

How Many Days in Hakodate Do You Need?

Since the majority of travelers aren’t planning to visit the city in the first, the answer to how many days in Hakodate you should spend is usually a low number. While I generally recommend a minimum of about three days in each Japanese city, two days in Hakodate tends to be sufficient, especially since it’s relatively difficult to take day trips from Hakodate, compare to other destinations in Japan .

With this being said, there are enough things to do in Hakodate to justify staying 3-5 days, especially if you’re taking a longer trip to Japan (say, one month ), if you’re focusing on Hokkaido and Tohoku or if you’re simply at the phase of your Japan travel where you’re focusing on secondary and tertiary destinations.

The Best Time to Visit Hakodate

You might not have ever considered seeing Hakodate cherry blossoms , but the city is actually one of the best places in Hokkaido to enjoy the seasonal spectacle. This is especially true if you ascend Goryokaku Tower and look down on the star-shaped fort, which is literally bursting with pink and white during the first week of May every year.

On the other hand, I’m also a fan of Hakodate winter attractions, even though the city admittedly isn’t as favorable to winter travels as Sapporo and nearby destinations like Niseko and Otaru. There’s nothing like a warming seafood meal at Hakodate Morning Market on a cold winter day, or a snowstorm setting is as you walk through the churches of Motomachi.

Other FAQ About Things to Do in Hakodate

Is hakodate worth visiting.

Hakodate is one of my favorite cities in all of Japan—it is absolutely worth visiting! Whether you come in spring to see the sakura of Goryokaku Fort from above, wake at the crack of dawn to eat the controversial ika odori don at Hakodate Morning Market or simply make a weekend trip from Tokyo as an expat, Hakodate will seriously impress you.

How do you get from Tokyo to Hakodate?

Several flights to Hakodate depart Tokyo’s Haneda Airport each day, with an average travel time of 80 minutes—you should plan on a minimum of two hours door to door, depending on how far your Tokyo home or hotel is from HND. The Shinkansen Hayabusa , meanwhile, travels between Tokyo Station and Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto in exactly four hours, as of May 2021.

How do I get from Sapporo to Hakodate?

Until the Hokkaido Shinkansen opens in 2030, getting from Sapporo to Hakodate is somewhat cumbersome. If you prefer to travel by train, limited express services between the city take over four hours—far from convenient. Alternatively, you can fly from one of Sapporo’s two airports (ANA flies to New Chitose, while JAL flies to Okadama), although the shock of the price (sometimes as much as ¥20,000 one-way) can often offset the short travel time of less than an hour.

The Bottom Line

Whether because of Hakodate things to do or because you’re crossing from Honshu to Hokkaido (or vice-versa) anyway, I can’t recommend highly enough that you visit Hokkaido. Even if you’re not impressed by Japan’s most famous night view, which is a relatively Japanese title anyway, I have a feeling the colors, flavors and rich history of the city will quickly wrap themselves around you. Planning a longer trip to Hokkaido or Japan as a whole? Commission a custom Japan itinerary —my Hakodate travel guide is only the beginning!

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Healing Onsens, Castles and Mountains: These Are the Best Day Trips From Hakodate

In the shadow of a mountain and on the shores of the sea, Hakodate is the southern gateway to the frost-bitten island of Hokkaido. And while the city itself deserves a place on any itinerary, a smorgasbord of day trips also sit on its doorstep.

The country’s northernmost Japanese castle. An onsen on the ocean. Volcanoes looming over lakes and peering over the Pacific. Cruises across the Tsugaru Strait to Honshu. And immaculate gardens on the outskirts of the city. Hot springs, herring and the Heishi rock — these are the eight best day trips to take from Hakodate , Japan.

See the sakura bloom at Matsumae Castle

Two hours’ drive southwest of Hakodate, this fortress represented the northern border of Edo-period Japan when the Matsumae clan built it in 1606 – a feudal outpost on the frosty frontier island of Hokkaido . Matsumae Castle was destroyed many times over the centuries before a replica was reconstructed in 1960, surrounded by more than 10,000 cherry trees covering 250 varieties – this is one of Japan’s premier sakura spots each spring. The town is also home to temples, ancient artefacts and the Matsumaehan Yashiki historic theme park beneath its towering centrepiece.

Fish for wakasagi at Onuma Quasi-National Park

This reserve is designated as a quasi-national park, which is no slight on its breathtaking natural beauty, particularly when Mount Komagatake’s reflection shimmers in the water. Onuma is defined by two lakes – Onuma (large lake) and Konuma (small lake) – dotted with tiny islands that are linked by charming bridges, breaking the stroll into bite-sized chunks. The park can also be explored by bike or canoe in summer, while fishing for tiny wakasagi is a winter favourite. Express trains stop at Onuma Koen station half an hour north of Hakodate, making it one of the most accessible day trips from Hakodate on this list, as well as a convenient pit stop on the journey further north to Sapporo (another three and a half hours on the train).

Visit fishing port Esashi

Esashi is the town that herring built. Seventy kilometres (43mi) west of Hakodate on the Sea of Japan, this fishing port boomed in the 18th and 19th centuries – and the merchants who made a fortune built a row of residences along the Inishie Road that remain standing today. The Nakamura family’s old home is one of these time capsules, with four main houses capturing the grandeur of the glory days. Esashi – supposedly named after an indigenous Ainu word for edible kelp – also shows off old ships, quaint shrines and Kamome Island, the port’s natural breakwater featuring the iconic above-water Heishi rock.

Hike to the summit of Mount Esan

This rugged, rocky, rough-hewn volcano spews out sulphur alongside sweeping vistas over the Pacific Ocean. With a paved trail ascending the 618 metres (2,028ft) to the summit, Mount Esan is an easy climb even for first-time hikers. And the experience is especially dazzling when azaleas bloom at the start of summer (late May/early June), or as autumn leaves are ablaze in October and November. This active volcano is also ringed by a series of hot spring resorts including Esan Onsen, Ishida Onsen and Misaki Onsen, while on the coast, Cape Esan’s lighthouse and museum is located just north of the next stop on this menu of day trips from Hakodate.

Take a dip in Mizunashi Kaihin Onsen: an onsen on the ocean

At the foot of Mount Esan, a pair of natural hot spring pools emerge at low tide – a popular swimming spot in summer, and a steamy ocean bath in the chillier months. Mizunashi Kaihin Onsen has escaped human development, with hardly a house in sight this far from the city – there’s basically just a small pavilion where you can slip into a bathing suit and a pair of sandals to avoid taking a tumble on the mossy rocks. This onsen on the ocean is only accessible by car, an hour of craggy coastline east of Hakodate on the edge of the Kameda Peninsula.

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Heal yourself at Yunokawa Onsen

Yunokawa Onsen is only five kilometres (3mi) east of Hakodate station, but these serene hot springs feel like another planet. The selection of ryokan here makes this area an appealing place to stay, away from the hustle and bustle. The healing powers of this seaside resort have also been the stuff of legend since the leader of the Matsumae clan cured his ailments here in 1653. A string of steaming mineral baths occupy the sparkling waterfront, ashiyu foot baths soothe tired trotters, and even free-range snow monkeys get in on the act at Hakodate’s botanical gardens, bathing in their own set of hot springs between December and May.

Relax in the Kyoto-style garden Kosetsu-en

Three kilometres (1.8mi) inland from Yunokawa Onsen lies Hakodate’s leafiest park, a gorgeous space to spend a day outside the city centre. The 46-acre (19ha) Miharashi Park boasts a golf course, baseball ground, barbecue area, greenhouse, tea ceremony rooms and a web of walking trails. But the 150 varieties of tree in Kosetsu-en are the star attraction. A Kyoto-style garden built by a cashed-up merchant in 1898, this verdant estate comes alive when the cherry trees blossom each spring and fall foliage flares in autumn.

Eat some seafood at Cape Oma

Cape Oma (Ōmasaki in Japanese) is the northernmost point on the Honshu mainland, gazing across the Tsugaru Strait at Hakodate. The Seikan railway tunnel – the world’s longest with an undersea segment – connects Honshu with Hokkaido, but a 90-minute ferry also links these two points. Cape Oma’s waterfront is lined with seafood shops, while the small town of Oma itself also prides itself on fishing, specifically world-class bluefin tuna. Visitors can learn more about the ferry journey at the Seikan Ferry Memorial Ship, which has converted an old vessel dubbed Mashumaru docked next to Hakodate’s railway station.

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Hakodate If you come to Hakodate Tram . Tram and A townscape with a retro atmosphere The collaboration of Hakodate It is one of the scenery that represents the

It takes about 12 minutes from the Chitose-machi stop to get on the streetcar. Get off at Goryokaku Koen-mae bus stop. After getting off, it takes about 15 minutes on foot to arrive at " Goryokaku Park ( map: ④ ) "is.

It was built to prevent invasion from other countries, State-of-the-art star-shaped fortress at the time of construction However, ironically, in the Boshin War, which is said to be the last civil war in Japan, last battlefield have become. It is now designated as a national special historic site. Park with many flowers It is arranged as

Hakodate sightseeing model course Recommended spot 3: Goryokaku Tower

Built in 1964 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Goryokaku's construction, Goryokaku Tower ( map:⑤ ) ”. The current tower is 107m high and was built in 2006. 2nd generation is.

From the observation floor, you can see not only Goryokaku but also Mt. Hakodate and the mountains of the Oshima Peninsula. Goryokaku model and historical corridor There is also This is one of the must-see spots when visiting Hakodate!

Hakodate about the history of Goryokaku and Goryokaku, Take an in-depth tour Why don't you try it?

[Hokkaido/Hakodate] The true story of Goryokaku Monogatari Recommended for those who visit Hakodate for the first time ♪

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This is a tour that we would like you to join if you are "first time to Hakodate sightseeing!" Why was Goryokaku made in the shape of a star? What is the story behind the Hakodate Magistrate's Office? We will also show you the unexpected side of Goryokaku, which is popular as a park, in an easy-to-understand manner. After 140 years

Inside Goryokaku Tower, there is also a restaurant floor where you can enjoy specialty gourmet food. Next, we will introduce popular shops on the restaurant floor.

Hakodate Sightseeing Model Course Recommended Spot 4: Seasonal Seafood "Shunka"

Located on the 2nd floor restaurant floor of "Goryokaku Tower" Japanese restaurant ( map: ⑥ ) . The staff will decide the recommended menu and price of the day according to the purchase situation of the day. It's a restaurant where you can enjoy "Hakodate's season" by staff with solid skills and experience!

Hakodate sightseeing model course Recommended spot 5: Milkissimo

Also on the 2nd floor restaurant floor of "Goryokaku Tower" Gelato shop ( map: ⑦ ) is. . The gelato made with fresh milk produced near Hakodate and Hokkaido vegetables and fruits is exquisite! The presentation is gorgeous, and the gelato ice cream that you can enjoy with your eyes will make your heart dance.

Hakodate Sightseeing Model Course Recommended transportation: Sightseeing taxi

After enjoying lunch and sweets, Mount Hakodate ( map: ⑧ ) Let's head to! It is possible to access Mt. Hakodate by Hakodate streetcar or bus, but the number of services is small and you need to change trains. A little difficult to move It may feel like

efficiently To enjoy sightseeing in Hakodate, we definitely want to use sightseeing taxi is.

in advance sightseeing taxi If you arrange Smooth movement ! It is especially recommended for families with small children and senior travelers.

"Local coupon available plan" [Hokkaido Hakodate] Mt. Hakodate night view award course Departure around Goryokaku and Yunokawa! Small taxi (up to 4 passengers)

Departure from hotels, facilities and restaurants around Goryokaku and Yunokawa area! We will guide you through the night view from Mt. Hakodate, which is said to be worth 1 million dollars, and the popular bay area♪

Hakodate sightseeing model course Recommended spot 6: Mount Hakodate

At an altitude of 334m, you can overlook the Tsugaru Strait and the city of Hakodate Mount Hakodate ( map: ⑧ ) . Hakodate when you come to Must-visit tourist spots is. Counted as one of the "World's Top 3 Night Views" and awarded three stars in the "Michelin Green Guide Japan", let's enjoy the superb view!

Many people have seen the view from Mt. Hakodate through various media such as TV and books. However, according to a survey, the position of the scenery seen from Mt. Hakodate is People who misunderstand where they hit on the map There is also a story that there are many ...? The view that is mistaken for the "constriction of the Oshima Peninsula" in the southern Hokkaido area is actually not the entire Oshima Peninsula. Southeast of Oshima Peninsula The town of Hakodate and Hakodate Port ( map: area reference ) is!

In addition, about mountain trail toward the mountaintop, general vehicle Periods and times when traffic is restricted there is. To get from the foot of the mountain to the summit, it is a good idea to find out how to climb the mountain in advance, such as using the ropeway or using the mountain climbing bus (operating period varies).

At Activity Japan, we also have a great taxi plan where you can enjoy the night view of Mt. Hakodate!

[Hokkaido/ Hakodate] Mt. Hakodate Night View Award Course Depart near Hakodate Station! Small taxi (up to 4 passengers)

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Depart from hotels, facilities, and restaurants around Hakodate Station! We will guide you through the night view from Mt. Hakodate, which is said to be worth 1 million dollars, and the popular bay area♪

[Hokkaido/ Hakodate] Mt. Hakodate Night View Award Course Jumbo Taxi (up to 9 customers)

Start from Hakodate city! We will guide you through the night view from Mt. Hakodate, which is said to be worth 1 million dollars, and the popular bay area♪

Sightseeing taxi and guided tour are recommended for sightseeing in Hakodate!

Hakodate Despite its many attractions, relatively compact city . Including spots other than those introduced in this model course, sightseeing taxi or Guided tour by using Hakodate Would you like to visit the

sightseeing taxi If so, you can go around sightseeing spots efficiently. Also, when traveling in groups or families with small children, Easy to move by taxi is not it. There may be additional merits, such as asking a taxi driver who knows the local area well about sightseeing spots that are not listed in the guidebook, or telling you rare recommended gourmet information. !

again, Guided tour is a perfect experience for those who want to know trivia and trivia about tourist spots! Especially in Hakodate, which is also a city of history, there are still many amazing history There may be

[Hokkaido/Hakodate] Hakodate city sightseeing full course 3 hours! Small taxi (up to 4 passengers)

Be grateful, not satisfied! Hakodate's tourist attractions are all gathered at once ♪

[Hokkaido/Hakodate] Hakodate Tourist Information Taxi <<Standard city sightseeing ♪ 5 hour course>>

Hakodate Private Taxi Isaribi Club's Hakodate sightseeing information taxi 5-hour charter plan. A standard sightseeing course in Hakodate City, Goryokaku (park walk, tower) ~ Trappistine Monastery ~ Motomachi (Christian Orthodox Church, Hachimanzaka, Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward, etc.) ~ Cape Tachimachi ~ Mt. Hakodate ~ Foreigner's Cemetery etc. *The above plan is only a model course, so please

[Hokkaido/Hakodate] Hakodate Tourist Information Taxi 《1 day free tourist information taxi plan from Hakodate to the next day's accommodation ♪ 8 hour course》

Hakodate Private Taxi Isaribi Club's 1-day free tourist information taxi 8-hour charter plan. It is a course that moves from Hakodate to the next day's accommodation (Lake Toya, Noboribetsu Onsen, Jozankei Onsen, Otaru, Sapporo, etc.) while enjoying sightseeing. *The above plan is only a model course, so it is possible to change the sightseeing spots according to the customer's request. Each sightseeing spot

[Hokkaido/Hakodate] Classic! Hakodate's charm condensed course It is also recommended for those who visit Hakodate for the first time ♪

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This course is for first-time visitors to Hakodate. We will walk around the standard spots in Hakodate's standard. Main Courses Hakodate City Regional Exchange Community Development Center → Higashi Honganji Hakodate Annex → Catholic Motomachi Church → Hakodate St. John's Church → (Hakodate Orthodox Church) → Hachimanzaka → Minatogaoka Street → Old Hakodate Ward Public Hall → Motomachi Park → Hakodate

[Hokkaido/ Hakodate] Retro and nagomi old architecture cafe ♪ A little town walk!

A tour of cafés in the Hakodate area that make use of buildings from the Meiji to early Showa eras. Why don't you experience the history of Hakodate by visiting cafes with a retro atmosphere? Main Course Jujiya Grocery Store → Cafe Mario Doll → Teahouse Old Teahouse → California Baby → Goldfish Teahouse → Marutama Hut → Transist

Hakodate Sightseeing Spot Model Course Summary

Hakodate to spend a whole day sightseeing, Introducing model courses Did. What did you think.

In addition to the spots we picked up this time, there are also exotic spots Walking around Motomachi , church or monastery tour, A place related to popular rock bands such as "Pilgrimage to sacred places" Hakodate there is still more Sightseeing spots and ways to enjoy there is.

Also refer to the article while doing, Hakodate Please try to play around the city!

*The information in this article is current as of February 2023.

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Imagination is expanded by just the information board.

For fans, it's okay to just have an information board. You should be able to feel the breath of a hero beyond time and space. During the period of 19/7/1-12/31, Litfaszoire stands in the "Minami Hokkaido The Story of the Last Samurai" campaign.

Historical fans of the site of the shinsengumi headquarters and Toshizo hijikata are also meaningful in the historic site guide

Access is from the intersection of Hakodate City Tram Omachi tram stop and go up Yayoizaka, which extends toward Mt. Hakodate, and you will see Yayoi Elementary School on your left. There is a warehouse near the elementary school, and in front of the warehouse is a historic site guide written as "Shinsengumi Tonsho Site".

There's only a guide board...

What kind of famous place is "Shinsengumi Garrison Site"? When I was thinking, there was an information board facing the road of the hotel where I stayed. That's it. Maybe there was an old warehouse, but is that so? It is one of my "unfortunate points in Hakodate". However, there were books and goods related to Shinsengumi in the lobby of Motomachi Hotel, so it seems that it is here.

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From the intersection of Hakodate City Tram Omachi tram stop, go up Yayoizaka, which extends straight toward Mt. Hakodate, and you will see Yayoi Elementary School on your left. The warehouse near the elementary school is the site of Shinsengumi Tonsho. There is an information board so you can easily see it. There was Shomeiji Temple around here until the great fire in 1880 (Meiji 12). Shomyoji Temple was a consulate in the United Kingdom and France at the end of the Edo period, and during the Hakodate War, it was a "Shinsengumi no Tonsho".

A place related to toshizo hijikata

If you go up Yayoizaka, you will find an elementary school. A historic site guide was built near it. It seems that there was a Shinsengumi tomb where security was guarded during the Hakodate War. Hakodate Motomachi Hotel was now built.

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