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