Goryokaku is a star-shaped fortress built during the Edo period and is Japan's first castle constructed in a Western architectural style. Outside the park stands the Goryokaku Tower, from which you can overlook the entire Goryokaku Park, clearly seeing the star-shaped design.
Motomachi is a historic district at the foot of Mount Hakodate, lined with early Western government buildings, Orthodox churches, and other European-style architecture. This area not only boasts beautiful retro street scenes but also offers views of the sea from higher vantage points.
The night view of Mount Hakodate is considered one of the world's top three night views, along with Victoria Peak in Hong Kong and Naples in Italy. The uniqueness of Mount Hakodate's night view lies in the city nestled between two curved bays. The city's dazzling lights and the twinkling lights of fishing boats contrast with the dark sea, creating an enchanting and mysterious scene in the night.
Hakodate Morning Market is one of the busiest seafood markets in Hokkaido, with over 200 shops. King crabs, hairy crabs, squid... You can choose freshly caught seafood on the spot and taste the freshest flavors processed on-site.
Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden
At the Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden, you can see a wide variety of exotic tropical plants, including unusual cacti. However, the main attraction for visitors is the monkeys that come to soak in the hot springs during the winter and spring seasons.
