Top Things to do in Hakodate
Top Restaurants in Hakodate
The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Hakodate, Hokkaido
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.
Restaurants in Hakodate
1. Motomachi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 563 reviews
Many foreign traders settled in this neighborhood in the mid 1800s, which still contains a number of foreign buildings, including the Russian Orthodox Church and the Chinese Memorial Hall.
Reviewed By SiaufengL - Tawau, Malaysia
Love the scenery there and also the building. Is a must to go if you are at Hakodate! After visiting the morning market, you may continue with the Red Brick Warehouse, where you can see the old warehouse although it has been refurbished. You also can buy lots of souvenirs here and taste delicious desserts here. About 10 minutes walk, you will find the slopes streets at Motomachi. You can take the city tram to the last stop and walk to Motomachi, you can see each slopes with different views.
2. Kyu Soma-tei
3. Hakodate Jomon Culture Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
4. Sakuragaoka St.
5. Kameda Hachimangu Shrine
6. Mt. Hakodate Observatory
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By ChewW73 - Shah Alam, Malaysia
Better to go there before sunset and enjoy the view from sunset until night. It is splendid but the staff there is not really friendly and also don’t think of buying the snack at the hill observatory deck is not fresh and expensive.
7. Goryokaku Tower
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2,154 reviews
Goryokaku Tower Official Account. View of Mt.Hakodate and the Tsugaru Straits from the observatory. The star-shaped vista that shines on the grounds of Goryokaku Fort, a special historic spot.
Reviewed By phale12017
This attraction is certainly unusual! A star shaped building on top of a very tall tower . On ground level there are interesting shops, coffee bar and snacks. The elevator travels very quickly to the top where the views are terrific! There are interesting models and notices to read and definitely some great photographs to take! The tower is set in amazing gardens which were truly spectacular in autumn. There is also the house of the last Samurai to be seen. Goryokaku Tower and Park are a must!
8. Hachimanzaka
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 958 reviews
Reviewed By heyhady - Mojokerto, Indonesia
So excited to found this place after we exploring around Kanemori redbrick warehouse. This place was so instagrammable for its beautiful houses and architectures. You can check my Instagram : @heyhady , to see my pictures while I was there :).
9. Trappistine Monasteries
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 555 reviews
Reviewed By nikols195
Trappist Convent is located in Hakodate, not far from the airport. The Trappistine convent was built to house nuns only. It was established by eight nuns from France and has wonderful European architecture. Now it said to be about 70 nuns supporting themselves in divine devotion by managing dry field and dairy farms. I could not see any nuns themselves but workers in souvenir shop said that the reason is that they practice self-sufficiency. They keep the silence except for prayers and do not communicate with other visitor of the convent. In convent store you can buy cookies, candies, and dolls made by nuns. The Trappist cookies are one of Hokkaido's most famous gift items, loved by people for their distinctive European taste. I really enjoyed French Cake Madarena. There is really nice garden and serene surroundings. This peaceful place can set you calm and refresh your soul. The place is definitely worth a visit when in Hakodate.
10. Goryokaku Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,389 reviews
Reviewed By suzan4379 - Toronto, Canada
Nice quiet park ...........great to walk around and visit especially when the cherry blossoms are out. Located in an area where there are also lots of shops etc...
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