Other Sightseeing Spots in Hakodate Area

  • Mt. Hakodate Observatory
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    Hokkaido Hakodateshi Hakodateyama
    Mt. Hakodate Observatory on the summit of Mt. Hakodate affords views of Hakodate and its suburbs. The Mt. Hakodate Ropeway reaches the summit from the base in about three minutes. From the rooftop observation deck on the top floor, you can enjoy beautiful views of Mt. Hakodate, which have been given a three-star rating in the “Michelin Green Guide Japon” travel guide. Inside the observatory, there is a gift shop selling Mt. Hakodate-limited merchandise as well as a restaurant where you can enjoy the chefs’ signature Japanese and Western cuisine while gazing at the night view full of an infinite number of lights.

    Just like a post card, just breath taking night view. The only problem was due to the vehicle restrictions from 1600 to 2200 hours, you need to take public transportation . At 2200 hours, the...

  • Goryokaku Tower
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    Hokkaido Hakodateshi Goryoukakuchou 43-9
    The Goryokaku Tower is an observation tower located near the entrance of the Goryokaku Park, and the current tower is the second one to be built here. You can see almost all of Goryokaku from the observation floor, which is at a height of 107 meters. Inside the tower, a special display allows you to learn about the history of Goryokaku. In addition, there is the “see-through floor,” where you can see directly below you through a tempered glass floor as well as a shop where you can buy original Goryokaku goods. The bronze statue of Toshizo Hijikata, who came from Goryokaku is also not to be missed.
  • Hachiman-Zaka Slope
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    Hokkaido Hakodateshi Suehirochou
    Hakodate has many hills but this particularly steep hill is famous for offering the most beautiful scenery. It is loved as the “Charmy Green Slope” as it was used as a location for a Charmy Green commercial. Once you’ve made it to the top you’ll be overwhelmed by the beautiful road extending out towards the ocean. Part of the hill’s appeal is the different views that can be had during each season. There are also steps and handrails going up to the top of the hill.
  • Nijukken-zaka Slope
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    Hokkaido Hakodate-shi Motomachi
    The slope is located between Daisanzaka and Nanbu-zaka, and its name comes from the 20-meter width of the road. In winter, the trees along the street are lit up to create a fantastic sight.
  • Daisan-zaka Slope
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    Hokkaido Hakodate-shi Motomachi Suehirocho
    The slope is located between Hachimanzaka and Nijumazaka, and is characterized by its magnificent stone pavement, selected as one of the 100 best roads in Japan by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. The area is home to Motomachi Catholic Church, and is a charming blend of old Japanese townscape and exoticism.
  • Saiwai-zaka Slope
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    Hokkaido Hakodate-shi Funamicho
    The hill is located between Chitose-zaka and Sugatamizaka, and its name comes from the fact that Saiwaicho was created by reclaiming the bay below the hill. 620 meters long, it is one of the longest and steepest slopes in Hakodate, and the view from the top is spectacular. The former Russian Consulate is located on the way to the hill.
  • Tomoe Ohashi Bridge
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    Hokkaido Hakodate-shi Otemachi-Bandaicho
    This major road of 1924 meters crosses the Bay Area and also overlooks the Port of Hakodate. During the Port of Hakodate firework display the road is closed to traffic and open to pedestrians, making it a perfect viewing spot.
  • Niijima Bridge
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    Hokkaido Hakodate-shi Omachi
  • Yayoi-zaka Slope
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    Hokkaido Hakodate-shi Omachi
    The slope is located between Tokiwa-zaka and Higashi-zaka, and is the longest of the typical slopes at the foot of Mount Hakodate at about 720 m. It was originally two slopes, but was converted to one after the Great Fire and given its present name to pray for regional growth and prosperity. The area is also home to such landmarks as the Rinkai Kenkyujo (Rinkai Research Institute) and the monument to the naval deaths during the Battle of Mikimi-yaku (Battle of Mikami).
  • Gokokujinja-zaka Slope
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    Hokkaido Hakodate-shi Houraicho
    The street is characterized by a wide road with a green belt and a bronze statue of Kahei Takadaya, a wealthy merchant who negotiated between the Edo Shogunate and Russia. The area is lined with many famous stores that evoke a sense of history, such as Senjuan Sohonke, founded in 1860, and the teahouse Hishii, which uses a storehouse from the Meiji era (1868-1912).
  • Hiyori-zaka Slope
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    Hokkaido Hakodate-shi Suehirocho
    It is located between Motozaka and Hachimanzaka, and was named after the old pier at the end of the hill, from which one could see the entire port of Hakodate and the sky. The roadside is planted with hydrangeas, which are beautiful when in season.
  • Chachanobori Slope
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    Hokkaido Hakodateshi Motomachi
    Chachanobori Slope is a narrow slope of road passing between Hakodate St. John’s Church and Hakodate Orthodox Church up the road from Motomachi Catholic Church on the Daisanzaka Slope. In the Ainu language ‘cha cha’ means grandfather or old man. As the name suggests, it’s a steep slope, so you really need to bend over at the waist like an old man in order to climb up. From the top of the slope however you can get beautiful city views of Hakodate. You can enjoy the exotic beauty of this slope especially in fall when the Japanese rowan trees splash the street with their distinctive red color.
  • Motoizaka Slope
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    Hokkaido Hakodateshi Suehirochou
    Motoizaka takes its name from the fact that in the Meiji period it was used as a milestone to measure distances. Here you can find the former British Consulate, the Commemorative Statue of Commodore Perry, and the impressive Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward with its pale blue and yellow appearance, and from Motomachi Park at the top of the slope you can see the city of Hakodate, one of Hakodate’s most famous sights.
  • Sakuragaoka Dori
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    Hokkaido Hakodate-shi Kashiwagicho

    as the name suggested, the best time to visit is the sakura time. when i visited in the winter (march 2019) not much u can enjoy.

  • Aoyagi Zaka (Houraicho)
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    Hokkaido Hakodate-shi Hourai Cho 34- Aoyagicho 2223
  • Jigoku Zaka ( Funamicho )
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    Hokkaido Hakodate Funamicho 23- Irifunecho 19
  • Sugatamizaka
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    Hokkaido Hakodateshi Bentenchou 13/14 - Funami cho 10/11
  • Suribachi Zaka (Aoyagicho)
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    Hokkaido Hakodate-shi Aoyagicho 16- Hakodate Park
  • Chitose Zaka (Bentencho)
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    Hokkaido Hakodate-shi Bentencho 1112- Funamicho 911
  • Tenko nosaka
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    Hokkaido Hakodateshi Irifunechou 15/19 - Funami cho 22/20

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Not just a prefecture but an island of its own, Hokkaido is the most northerly prefecture and island of the Japanese archipelago. Arriving in Hokkaido, which is rural and bursting with breathtaking nature, means entering a world where vast national parks, towering mountains, and natural hot springs can be found at every turn. Come December, these natural splendors freeze over and morph into a winter wonderland.

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