7 Historical & Heritage Tours in Hakodate That You Shouldn't Miss

May 23, 2021 Leonardo Torrence

Even if you can't be in Hakodate to see the cherry blossoms in May, you'll fall in love with the sunset views from Mount Hakodate. Surrounded by the ocean, it's no wonder Hakodate is known for fresh seafood. If you're up early, have domburi for breakfast at a restaurant in the Morning Market by Hakodate Station.
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1. Travel Back to the 19th Century and Tour Hakodate on the Rickshaw Wearing Hakama

Hakodate Meijikan, 11-17 Toyokawachō, Hakodate, Hokkaido 040-0065, Japan Attractive JAPAN

【OUTLINE】 The starting spot is just 1-minute walk from Hakodate Station! It is a tour visiting the Hakodate Bay area centering on the Mori Red Brick Warehouse, wearing a Western-style kimono called Hakama on a rickshaw. Feel the history of the town, while watching the semi-Western style buildings, and the oldest telegraph pole in Japan. Enjoy the rickshaw ride while feeling as if you traveled back in the 19th century. You will have an unforgettable moment while immersing yourself in a nostalgic vibe in Japan. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Luxury cross-cultural experience on a rickshaw! ・Commemorative photo in the Western-style kimono called Hakama ・Look around the city without worrying about crowds and bad weather ・There are many Insta-worthy spots in the 19th century cityscape ・30 minutes only to enjoy the main area of Hakodate

Inclusions: Hakama, hair arrangement, footwear, rickshaw ride fee

Exclusions: Makeup, personal expenses not included in the tour

Reviewed By liangyuc1911

it was an amazing experience!! with the glass bottles i could use it was so fun and and simple!!!!!!!

2. Crimson Moment! A Rickshaw Tour Visiting the Sunset of Hakodate

Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse, 14-12 Suehirochō, Hakodate, Hokkaido 040-0053, Japan Attractive JAPAN

【OUTLINE】 Hakodate is a major city of Hokkaido that is open to the world. You will tour around the townscape aglow with the setting sun by rickshaw. You can comfortably enjoy the romantic moment without being bothered with heavy baggage and congestion. After getting off the rickshaw at Mt. Hakodate Ropeway, how about overlooking the gorgeous night view from the top of Mt. Hakodate? (Ropeway fare is optional or paid separately) This special tour offers a luxurious time to you. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・A tour visiting romantic Hakodate aglow with sunset by rickshaw, a traditional Japanese vehicle ・Fully prepared for bad weather. A comfortable rickshaw releases your stress of walking through a crowd with baggage ・Rickshaw driver, who knows information not listed on the guidebooks and backstreets, will show you to the hottest fun spot ・Let the driver take souvenir photos with the exotic rickshaw at beautiful spots(please bring your camera)

Inclusions: Rickshaw fare and accompanying services

Exclusions: Mt. Hakodate Ropeway fare, transportation not included in the itinerary, and personal expenses

Reviewed By liangyuc1911

it was an amazing experience!! with the glass bottles i could use it was so fun and and simple!!!!!!!

3. Strolling around the Hakodate Hidden Spots in Town with a local guide

Marutamagoya, 2-2-3 Motomachi, Hakodate, Hokkaido 040-0054, Japan Attractive JAPAN

・Hosted by the café loved by the local community as a space of relaxation ・You are shown to little-known but good spots not listed on the guide books! ・Fun and safe tour with a friendly tour guide ・Appreciate cuisine related to the town's history (optional) ・A good location for going sightseeing in Hakodate before and after the tour In this tour, you will visit precious buildings and places, founded in the 19th century, with the owner of the local Russian café. She will tell you all about the local food culture necessary to understand the history of Hakodate. You can broaden your knowledge, not only by seeing or listening. If you taste the meal that is related to the food culture of Hakodate at the cozy café before the tour, you may be able to feel a sense of unity to the mood of the city. (optional) Enjoy the city walk tour through the five senses, and make unforgettable memories of your visit.

Inclusions: Everything necessary for the experience

Exclusions: Personal expense not included in the experience

Reviewed By liangyuc1911

it was an amazing experience!! with the glass bottles i could use it was so fun and and simple!!!!!!!

4. Hakodate Full-Day Private Tour with Nationally-Licensed Guide

Japan Guide Agency

This value-packed trip with a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Hakodate! Hakodate has a long history of international trade and as such hosted a small foreign community. That influence is evident in the European buildings, churches, and red-brick warehouses that you can see from the nostalgic streetcar that makes its rounds of the city. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: Nationally and State Licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Inclusions: Free Photos, Hotel Pick up and Drop-off, Licensed Local Guide

Exclusions: Other personal expenses, Entrance fee (for yourself), Transportation fee (for yourself and your guide), Lunch (for yourself and your guide), Private transportation

Reviewed By Cwshaman

The flexibility to chose locations that suited our wants and abilities was great. Hiro San was very quick to put together an itinerary that accommodated a family with a stroller-baby (no monkey park due to long unpacked walking paths). Taking in the beautiful temples and view of the Kyoto from the west was breath taking and the guide was able to explain many things we as new Japanese learners could not read or know through cultural knowledge. Overall a great experience, a wonderful and lively guide, and some great memories.

5. Takamatsu 1 day Private Tour

Takamatsu Station, Japan, 〒760-0011 Kagawa, Takamatsu, Hamanochō, 1, 1−20 Japan Wonder Travel

You can explore Takamatsu as you want with a local professional & friendly guide. Since this is a customized private tour, you can choose the tour time and the sights you visit. You will have great time and great food. Hotel meet up is included to ensure you receive a stress-free experience. If you are not sure where you wanna go, follow the sample itinerary.

Inclusions: Hotel meet up, Professional local guide

Exclusions: Entrance fees(You&Your guide), Lunch fee(You&Your guide), Transportation fee(You&Your guide)

Reviewed By littlenootsy

My husband and 2 sons (ages 11 and 13) loved our virtual tour of Tokyo. Nino was a fantastic guide and filled the hour with historical, cultural and fun facts! She was able to keep all of us at all ages engaged. It was a welcome diversion for this time of no-travel and very few experiences in the world because of the pandemic. We all can't wait to book our trip when the time allows!

6. Hakodate Half-Day Private Tour with Nationally-Licensed Guide

Japan Guide Agency

This value-packed trip with a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Hakodate! Hakodate has a long history of international trade and as such hosted a small foreign community. That influence is evident in the European buildings, churches, and red-brick warehouses that you can see from the nostalgic streetcar that makes its rounds of the city. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a four-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: Nationally and State Licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Inclusions: Free Photos, Hotel Pick up and Drop-off, Licensed Local Guide

Exclusions: Other personal expenses, Entrance fee (for yourself), Transportation fee (for yourself and your guide), Lunch (for yourself and your guide), Private transportation

Reviewed By Cwshaman

The flexibility to chose locations that suited our wants and abilities was great. Hiro San was very quick to put together an itinerary that accommodated a family with a stroller-baby (no monkey park due to long unpacked walking paths). Taking in the beautiful temples and view of the Kyoto from the west was breath taking and the guide was able to explain many things we as new Japanese learners could not read or know through cultural knowledge. Overall a great experience, a wonderful and lively guide, and some great memories.

7. Hakodate 1 Day Private Tour

Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan Japan Wonder Travel

You can explore Hakodate, Hokkaido as you want with a local professional & friendly guide. Since this is a customized private tour, you can choose the tour time and the sights you visit. You will have great time and great food. Hotel meet up is included to ensure you receive a stress-free experience. If you are not sure where you wanna go, follow the sample itinerary.

Inclusions: Hotel meet up, Professional local guide

Exclusions: Entrance fees(You&Your guide), Lunch fee(You&Your guide), Transportation fee(You&Your guide)

Reviewed By littlenootsy

My husband and 2 sons (ages 11 and 13) loved our virtual tour of Tokyo. Nino was a fantastic guide and filled the hour with historical, cultural and fun facts! She was able to keep all of us at all ages engaged. It was a welcome diversion for this time of no-travel and very few experiences in the world because of the pandemic. We all can't wait to book our trip when the time allows!

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