Mount Hakodate

Mount Hakodate is a well-known hill in Hakodate, with an altitude of 334 meters. Its top is a good place to overlook the night view of Hakodate and the scenery of the Tsugaru Strait. The night view of Hakodate, Victoria Harbor, and Naples, Italy, are known as the "Three Night Views in the World", and it is a must-see when visiting Hakodate. The beauty of the night view of Mount Hakodate is that two curved coastlines appear on both sides of the city. The twinkling city lights contrast with the dark sea, which is wonderful and charming. The main way to climb Mt. Hakodate by ropeway is to take the ropeway, and it takes about 3 minutes to reach the top of the mountain. Since most tourists come for the night view of Hakodate, there will be a lot of people queuing for the ropeway at sunset, so you can go earlier. Please try to avoid going when it is snowing heavily. Although the ropeway will also operate, the viewing effect will be greatly reduced. There is an observatory on the top of the top of the mountain, where you can have a bird's-eye view of Hakodate. The urban street scene during the day is full of exotic atmosphere. After night, the lights of urban buildings and street traffic are dazzling, full of romantic atmosphere. The night view can be enjoyed about 30 minutes after night falls, and the number of tourists will also become more and more. According to the legend of the "heart" shape, if you look at the night view of Hakodate with your loved one, find a "heart"-shaped pattern or letter in the night view, and make a wish, it will bring happiness, so you might as well give it a try. Restaurants and souvenir shops There are restaurants and cafes on the top floor of the observatory, where you can enjoy the scenery while eating. In addition, there is a souvenir shop on the top of the mountain, which has various limited souvenirs related to Hakodate Mountain, such as night view magnets, ropeway-shaped pendants, etc. A heart-shaped chocolate is even more popular.