Top 10 things to do in Hakodate Bay Area

  1. Mt. Hakodate Ropeway

    19-7 Motomachi, Hakodate, Hokkaido 040-0054, Japan
    Ride the cable car to the top of Mt. Hakodate for a breathtaking panoramic view of the city skyline and bay area.

  2. Hakodate Morning Market

    9-19 Wakamatsucho, Hakodate, Hokkaido 040-0063, Japan
    Experience the bustling atmosphere of a traditional Japanese fish market and taste fresh seafood delicacies.

  3. Goryokaku Tower

    43-9 Goryokakucho, Hakodate, Hokkaido 040-0001, Japan
    Climb the observation tower for a bird's eye view of the star-shaped Goryokaku Fort, a historic landmark of Hokkaido.

  4. Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse

    14-12 Suehirocho, Hakodate, Hokkaido 040-0053, Japan
    Explore this charming shopping and dining complex housed in a restored 19th-century brick warehouse, with a picturesque waterfront location.

  5. Motomachi District

    Motomachi, Hakodate, Hokkaido 040-0054, Japan
    Stroll through the historic European-style streets of Motomachi, with its charming cafes, boutiques, and hillside shrines.

  6. Yunokawa Onsen

    1-2-10 Yunokawacho, Hakodate, Hokkaido 042-0932, Japan
    Relax in the soothing hot springs of Yunokawa, a popular onsen resort area with a long history of healing properties.

  7. Hakodate City Museum of Northern Peoples

    1-2-20 Yunokawacho, Hakodate, Hokkaido 042-0932, Japan
    Learn about the indigenous Ainu people and other northern cultures of Japan and Russia through interactive exhibits and artifacts.

  8. Trappistine Monastery

    17-16 Higashiyama, Hakodate, Hokkaido 040-0075, Japan
    Visit the serene white-walled monastery of Catholic nuns, known for their handmade sweets and peaceful gardens.

  9. Yachigashira Onsen

    Yachigashira, Hakodate, Hokkaido 042-0932, Japan
    Soak in the natural hot springs of Yachigashira, a hidden gem of a onsen with stunning ocean views and a rustic charm.

  10. Hakodate Beer Hall

    19-1 Wakamatsucho, Hakodate, Hokkaido 040-0063, Japan
    Taste the local brews of Hakodate Beer, a beloved beer hall and restaurant with a lively atmosphere and hearty cuisine.