JGA (JAPAN GUIDE AGENCY)
This is the ideal tour for travelers wanting to discover Hakodate’s highlights efficiently in a private vehicle accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced English-speaking guide! Hakodate has a long history of international trade and as such hosted a small foreign community. That influence is evident in the European buildings, churches, and red-brick warehouses that you can see from the nostalgic streetcar that makes its rounds of the city.
Highlights
Explore Hakodate in 6 hours!
Choose 3-4 sites to customize your itinerary!
Guided by english speaking guide!
Duration
6 hours
Offered in
English
What is included
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Private vehicle
Customizable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from the list
What is not included
Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
Explore Hakodate in 6 hours by selecting 3-4 must-see sites to tailor your perfect itinerary! Start with a spot that offers breathtaking views of the city and its surrounding landscapes, giving you a unique perspective of the area. Dive into the rich local culture and history by visiting an area known for its blend of traditional and Western-style architecture. Treat your taste buds to a variety of fresh, local specialties at a bustling morning market, where regional flavors are on full display. Wrap up your exploration by immersing yourself in the local history or enjoying an art exhibit that reflects the essence of the region. Whether you're drawn to scenic vistas, local cuisine, or cultural landmarks, Hakodate has something to offer in just a few short hours!
You can choose 3-4 sites from the list below!
Mount Hakodate
Mount Hakodate (函館山, Hakodateyama) is a 334-meter high, wooded mountain at the southern end of the peninsula on which much of central Hakodate is located. On clear days and nights, in particular, the views from the mountain are spectacular and included among Japan's three best night views alongside the views from Nagasaki's Mount Inasa and Kobe's Mount Rokko. Facilities at the summit, which is accessible by ropeway, bus or car, include observation platforms (free of charge), souvenir shops, a cafe and a cafeteria style restaurant.
Onuma Park
Designated as a "quasi national park" and located only twenty kilometers north of Hakodate, Onuma Park (大沼公園, Ōnuma Kōen) is known for its picturesque, island dotted lakes and majestic volcano, Mount Komagatake. Onuma Park can be easily visited in either a day trip from Hakodate or on a stopover on a journey between Hakodate and Sapporo, since most limited express trains between the two cities stop at Onuma Koen Station, the central railway station.
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