Hakodate Airport is the aviation gateway to the international tourist city of Hakodate, which enjoys more than 5 million visitors annually.
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.
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.
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.
High ground facing Hakodate Bay; a great place to view sunsets
A museum in memory of the opening of Hakodate's port
See rare plants from the south
A contemporary western-style hall reminiscent of the early 20th century
Hakodate's greatest hot springs, ripe with history and port town charm
A faithful reconstruction of a mid-19th century government office
The curious silhouette of this church draws the attention of passersby
A sloped street made famous in movies and commercials
This museum was once a ferry that connected Japan's main island to Hokkaido
A modern art museum to the south of Goryokaku
Stunning views from 360 degrees of glass
Chock-full of discoveries about northern peoples
A place to lose yourself in nature
Overlooking majestic Mt. Komagatake and Onuma Pond, the snow park offers glade courses that maximize the natural terrain with beautiful rime-covered trees.