Yayoi-zaka Slope

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).