Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward

With panoramic views of Hakodate and the sea, one of the best nighttime vistas in the world is visible from the top of this gondola ferry.

Shop, eat, drink and shop some more in renovated 19th-century warehouses that now feature prominently in a Hakodate-area hot spot.

Appreciate captivating views of Hakodate’s skyline, surrounding coast and glittering city lights from atop this central city mountain, accessible via a scenic cable car.

You can study the exhibits at Hakodate City Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Hakodate. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.

See the cherry blossoms bloom in a slightly more relaxed atmosphere or spend a kid-friendly day at the foot of Mount Hakodate.

You can learn about the history of Hakodate with a stop at Hakodate Hachiman Shrine. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.