Hakodate Airport is the aviation gateway to the international tourist city of Hakodate, which enjoys more than 5 million visitors annually.
A star-shaped fort with the first French-style fortifications in Japan. The Battle of Hakodate took place here, and it's now open to the public as a park.
Motomachi Roman Catholic Church has one of the longest histories of any church in Japan. A large octagonal tower characterizes the church, which was rebuilt in 1924.
Offering a panoramic view of Hakodate City from the peak of Mt. Hakodate at 334 m above sea level. This spot is known for its million-dollar night view.
Hakodate's greatest hot springs, ripe with history and port town charm
An inn that prides itself in having a free-flowing hot spring and in its cuisine
A museum in memory of the opening of Hakodate's port
The curious silhouette of this church draws the attention of passersby
A retro-modern Japanese-themed café
A faithful reconstruction of a mid-19th century government office
Stunning views from 360 degrees of glass
This is the place for local specialties
This museum was once a ferry that connected Japan's main island to Hokkaido
A modern art museum to the south of Goryokaku
This commercial complex features many shopping malls and restaurants all in one place
Take home Hokkaido's fresh seafood
See rare plants from the south
Chock-full of discoveries about northern peoples
The secret to this restaurant's delectable flavor lies in its kelp soup stock