Hakodate
Hakodate opened as Japan’s first trading port, introducing foreign culture ahead of the rest of Hokkaido. Anywhere you look in Hakodate, you can see the combined influence of Japanese and Western traditions in its architecture and style. From elegant Motomachi, with its rows of European-style churches, to Mt. Hakodate and its breathtaking nightscape. Hakodate is a city prepared to satisfy foodies with the freshest seafood, as well as local classics like ramen. Combine your visit to Hakodate with a tour of Onuma Quasi-National Park or the quaint towns of Esashi and Matsumae.
Highlights
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Mount Hakodate: A Paradise for Hikers and Shutterbugs
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Old Fort Goryokaku: Explore Hokkaido’s Famous Star-Fort and its Scenic Grounds
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Be Transported back in Time with our Tour of Hakodate’s Best Historic Spots!
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Kanemori Red Brick Warehouses: A Piece of Hakodate History
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Artisanal Sushi Circling Round and Round: Gourmet Conveyor Belt Sushi
Ideas Around Hakodate Airport
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Enjoy Snowshoeing, Stargazing and a Soak in a Hot Spring
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Experience Tokachi’s Nature at these Unique Accommodations!
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Journey to Discover an Abundance of Beautiful, Wild Birds in the Varied Landscapes and Habitats of Eastern Hokkaido
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Hakodate Haikara-Go Streetcar: A Nostalgic Tram Ride
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Culture & History
Be Transported back in Time with our Tour of Hakodate’s Best Historic Spots!
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Enjoy Western Cuisine in the Historic Gotoken Restaurant
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Culture & History, Sights & Landmarks
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