The Hakodate Port Firework, the UHB Firework, the Yunokawa Hot-Spring Resort Firework are the three major firework displays in Hakodate. The Hakodate port firework is a dynamic show that announces the summer is around the corner. You can enjoy the art of astounding creative fireworks launched from the bay area, Mt. Hakodate, and hills around …
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Hachimanzaka Slope is located in the Motomachi-Cho region. The region nestles at the foot of Mount Hakodate, numerous slope roads lead to the city and its port. Each slope has its characteristic view and shops. The most famous slope is Hachimanzaka. Hachiman Zaka was selected for the No.1 of “Slope in Japan you would want …
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The biggest activity in the summer Hakodate. There is the UHB firework display in the bay area on the first day. The UHB firework is one of the major fireworks in Hakodate. Another two are the Hakodate Port Firework and the Yunokawa Hot-Spring Resort Firework. Also, the high light in the festival is named squid …
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Hakodate open-air theater started in 1988, inspired by the Le Puy du Fou open-air theater in France. It performs the historic Goryokaku. During 30 years of sustainable development, the biggest outdoor theater which performs history in Japan is growing. If you are interested in Goryokaku history, there is information about the Hakodate open-air theater below.
The Hakodate Marathon Race is held every year in summer Hakodate. This marathon is known as the hardest fun-run in Japan. The full-marathon and half-marathon maximum number of competitors above 8000 every year. Why do many Japanese and foreigners book and support this event even though it’s not a very big sports event?
Mount Esan is an active volcano located a little out of Hakodate. It rises to 618 meters above sea level. It’s good to hike on Mt. Esan when the weather is good. From late May to early June, the azalea flowers bloom. It turns Mt. Esan into a rose pink color. During the Azalea blooms …
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Hakodate Park(Hakodate Koen) was created by locals in 1879. It’s one of the earliest city parks in Japan and one of the famous cherry blossom places in Hakodate. There is a mini amusement park and animal breeding facilities in the park. In this park, you can enjoy cherry blossom viewing in spring, view autumn leaves …
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Goryokaku Festival is also known as Goryokaku Sai. It’s a massive festival where over 1000 people dressed up in combat uniforms during the civil war. It was the last battle of civil war between samurai and the new government in 1869. After the war, the new government brings Japan to a new era. To commemorate …
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The Mount Hakodate observatory is one of the popular best night views in Japan. From Mount Hakodate observatory, you can see Hakodate city, bays, and the light from Goryokaku Tower. The panorama of the city skyline is beautiful even before sunset. So, if you want to go to Mt. Hakodate observatory deck by 3 minutes …
Goryokaku was designated as a political center and completed in 1864. It is the first western-style fortress in Japan. And Goryokaku is named for its star-shaped looks. From Goryokaku Tower, you can observe the panorama Goryokaku star-shaped fort and the Park.
