[2025 Hakodate Attraction] Travel Guide for Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward (Updated Mar)

Day 1 - New Chitose → Hakodate Day 2 - Hakodate Day 3 - Hakodate → Noboribetsu Day 4 - Noboribetsu → Sapporo** → Yoichi →Otaru Day 5 - Sapporo Day 6 - Sapporo - Asahikawa - Bie (Joined tour) Day 7 - Sapporo Day 8 - New Chitose We bought Hokkaido Pass (you get to use the trains for to travel across Hokkaido), Hotels are near to the train station, here we pick: (trying to stay at the same hotel possible, and we pick those provide breakfast as well) 1. Four Points by Sheraton Hakodate 2. Noboribetsu Sekisui Tei 3. Hotel Mercure Sapporo 4. Chitose Station Hotel Day 1: After arrived at the airport. We have a quick meal at the family mart and headed to Hakodate. 9:45am JR TRAIN to Sapporo → Hakodate stations 4 hours journey. - Checked in Hotel, late lunch at Lucky Pierrot Bay Area Main Shop ラッキーピエロ ベイエリア本店 and walked to Motomachi Park 元町公園, Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward 旧函館区公会堂 (CLOSED, but see outside), Hachiman-saka Slope 八幡坂 (the slope see the view to the sea), Higashi Honganji Temple, Hakodate Russian Orthodox Church (use google maps, is walkable) - then to go up to Mt. Hakodate Observation Deck 函館山展望台 (Hakodate Night View) - round trip (Adults - 1280, Child - 640) Day 2 - - Visit the Hakodate Asaichi (Morning Market) 函館朝市 (Brunch/Breakfast) - i had a bowl of raw fish rice! too early for my stomach :P - walk to Ferry Memorial Ship Mashu-maru Museum 0900-1600 函館市青函連絡船記念館摩周丸 (Adults - 500, Child - 250) - Visit Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse - see the shops - Tram to Goryōkaku 特別史跡五稜郭跡 (Adults - 900, Child - 450) - we waited from late after to evening, just to see the sunset :) - Tram to Hakodate BeerHall, Japan, 〒040-0053 Hokkaido, Hakodate, 末広町14番12号 for dinner #celebratewithtrip

#2月好去地方2025 The Old Hakodate Public Hall, located in Motomachi, Hakodate, is a century-old Western-style building and one of the most representative landmarks in Hakodate. Built in 1910, this guildhall combines Victorian style with Japanese craftsmanship to create a grand atmosphere from the Meiji period. 🌟 Highlights •Elegant exterior 🏰: Light blue walls with golden decorations, full of exotic style •Gorgeous lobby 🎭: Once hosted Japanese royal nobles, the ceiling and lighting are quite exquisite 📍 Former Hakodate District Public Hall 🚶 Transportation: About 7 minutes walk from Hakodate Tram "Suehirocho Station" 🕰 Opening hours: 9:00 - 17:00 (winter time may be adjusted) 🎫 Ticket information: Adult ¥300 / Child ¥150 From the balcony of the public hall, you can also overlook Hakodate Port. It has different charms during the day and at night. It is a historical and cultural attraction that cannot be missed when traveling to Hakodate! ✨

Hakodate, located at the southern tip of Hokkaido, is a port city renowned for its rich historical background, stunning night views, and strong foreign atmosphere. Here, you can feel the blend of ancient and modern, from the historical streetscapes during the day to the dazzling lights at night, every moment is captivating. Morning at Hakodate Morning Market: A Feast of Fresh Seafood Early in the morning, I arrived at Hakodate Morning Market, the best place to experience the local lifestyle. The market is filled with the shouts of vendors and the scent of fresh seafood. Various crabs, sea urchins, squids, and other fresh seafood are displayed on the stalls, making your mouth water. I ordered a bowl of seafood donburi for breakfast, filled with salmon, sweet shrimp, sea urchin, and salmon roe. The fresh taste bursts in your mouth, paired with the unique sweet white rice of Hokkaido, it is simply a feast for the taste buds. The market also has a unique squid fishing game, which is a fun way to experience Hakodate's marine culture. Afternoon at Motomachi and Red Brick Warehouse District: A Collision of History and Exoticism After leaving the morning market, I headed to the exotic Motomachi area. This is a historical district left behind after Hakodate opened its port early on. The streets are lined with Western-style buildings, such as the Hakodate Orthodox Church and the Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward, each telling the story of Hakodate's past. Next, I visited the famous Red Brick Warehouse District. The warehouses have been converted into cafes, shops, and restaurants, retaining a sense of history while being full of modern vitality. I sat down in a cafe, ordered a cup of coffee and Hokkaido's exclusive cheesecake, and enjoyed a rare leisurely time while looking out at the harbor through the window. Night at Mount Hakodate: The Stunning View of One of the World's Top Three Nightscapes As night fell, I took the cable car to Mount Hakodate to enjoy the city's most famous attraction—the Hakodate night view. The cable car slowly ascended, overlooking the city's lights gradually lighting up, like a river of stars scattered on the ground. At the top, the view was even more stunning: Hakodate's city center presents a unique 'fan-shaped' layout, with the coastlines on both sides drawing beautiful curves. The lights form bright lines like strings of pearls. A gentle breeze blew, carrying a hint of sea salt in the air, and the entire night view was mesmerizing. This romantic scene is definitely a world wonder worth seeing with your own eyes. 💞 Recommended Reason: An Unmissable Trip to Hakodate Hakodate is a city that perfectly combines history, culture, and natural beauty. From the fresh seafood in the morning to the exoticism in the afternoon, and the world-class night view at night, every moment allows you to feel the diverse charm of this city. If you plan to travel to Hokkaido, don't miss this port city full of stories and romance, Hakodate!

#getgoing2025 The former Hakodate Ward Public Hall is one of the representative Western-style buildings in Hakodate and was designated as an important national cultural property in 1974. The appearance of gorgeous colours such as gray exterior walls and yellow-painted pillars is eye-catching. The facility is open to the public, and you can visit the large hall with a ceiling height of 6 metres and an area of 130 tsubo and a balcony overlooking Hakodate Port. It is also a good idea to rent a costume reminiscent of the Meiji period and take a commemorative photo. The AR system, which was introduced as a new exhibition, is also gaining popularity because it allows you to experience the atmosphere of the time. There is a shop that sells original goods, so it is also recommended for looking for Hakodate souvenirs.

I'll reveal the schedule and the spots I visited when I went to Hakodate on a day trip from Sapporo! I took the express train to Hakodate at 6am and returned to Sapporo Station at 10pm, spending 8 hours there🚃 A 4-hour train journey one way. I enjoyed the majestic Hokkaido nature as it changed while being rocked by the train😊 When sightseeing in Hakodate, I used the "Hakodate Special Ticket 2024"! This ticket includes a one-day tram pass and 11 point tickets that can be used at tourist facilities. It costs 3,200 yen per book, but if you use it well, it's a ticket that will pay for itself✨ I used the one-day pass + Hakodate Mountain Ropeway + Goryokaku Tower, and saved 200 yen🉐 In addition, tickets that include the former British Consulate + former Hakodate Ward Public Hall are sold at both facilities, so if you plan to visit both, you can save a little by purchasing them and going around. (Normally, admission to both facilities is 500 yen in total, and the set ticket is 500 yen) [Schedule] 05:30 Depart from hotel 06:00 Depart from Sapporo Station 09:40 Arrive at Hakodate Station 10:40 Mt. Hakodate 11:30 Hakodate Orthodox Church 12:00 Former British Consulate (afternoon tea included) 13:20 Former Hakodate Ward Public Hall 14:00 Kanamori Red Brick Warehouse 15:20 Goryokaku Tower 17:00 Lucky Pierrot (local burger 🍔) 17:55 Hakodate Station 21:40 Arrive at Sapporo Station 22:40 Arrive at hotel [Bunk episode] I got a takeaway Lucky Pierrot burger on the train back to Sapporo. I got takeout, but the train was about to depart, and I must have left it somewhere while I was at the tourist information center and convenience store, so when I got on the train, I only had a drink in my hand. Where did the burger go? Then I remembered, the train had already departed. It was heading to my destination, Sapporo Station. I gave up and arrived after 9pm, then bought some food and ate it at the hotel... Expenses...😭 And Lucky Pierrot's burger😭😭 I'll get revenge in Hakodate someday🔥 #Hakodate #HakodateTrip #HakodateTour #HakodateSightseeing #Mt.Hakodate #FormerHakodateKuKaiHall #FormerBritishConsulate #KanemoriRedBrickWarehouse #GoryokakuTower #Goryokaku #LuckyPierrot #DayTrip #MyTravelItinerary