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-What You Can Expect-
Visit Historical Village of Hokkaido (Kaitaku-no-mura), an outdoor museum where you can learn the history of life, culture, industry and economy in the pioneering era. It was built in 1983 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Hokkaido. The large-scale site is divided into urban area, fishing village area, rural area, and mountain village area. Vehicles such as carriage railways, horse sleighs, etc. are still operating in the venue according to seasonal activities, and you ride on the cars.
The name of Cape Chikyu comes from the cliff in the Ainu language of Hokkaido. The lighthouse on the cliff is 131 meters high and the light can reach 25 nautical miles.
In 1920, the lighthouse was lit for the first time, and the light can reach a distance of 44 kilometers. It was fully automated in Heisei 3.
The area also serves as a breeding ground for a bird called the falcon on the route of the migratory birds. Cape Chikyu also won the first place in the Hokkaido Natural Beauty Competition sponsored by Japan's the Asahi Shimbun, and became a national high-profile tourist attraction.
In the 6th year of Ansei (1859), Hakodate, together with Yokohama and Nagasaki, opened as Japan's first international trade port. The Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse is the first business warehouse opened in Hakodate. It still retains the appearance of the prosperity of maritime transport in the past.
The silhouette between Hakodate Bay and the Tsugaru Channel exudes an exotic light. The wide panoramic view below Mt. Hakodate is a unique spectacle that will leave a lasting impression on everyone.
** Due to facility maintenance, the ropeway operation will be closed between 18 October and 10 November, 2024 and Mt. Hakodate will not be included in the tour
Route-Inn Grantia Goryokaku provides comfortable rooms, well-rounded service to satisfy your every need and is within walking distance from the historic Goryokaku. Enjoy a breakfast buffet, freshly baked croissant and danishes, juices and coffee. Whether you are here for leisure or business, Route-Inn Grantia Goryokaku is THE place to stay!
** Please note that if the hotel is booked up, another hotel of similar rating will be arranged
Visit Goryokaku Park, a historical park in Hakodate City, Hokkaido, Japan, and is a scenic spot in Hakodate City. There are large and small buildings in the park, monumental Japanese flower garden, etc. The most famous one is the Goryokaku Tower. In addition, there are many historical sites and museums in the park, such as the Goryokaku History Museum and the Hakodate City Museum.
To go to Goryokaku Tower, visitors need to pay the admission themselves (JP¥1,000 per adult, JP¥750 per junior/senior high student, JP¥500 per elementary school student, on-site pricing shall prevail)
The greenhouse showcases approximately 3,000 tropical plants of 300 different varieties, including Bananas, lemons, bougainvillea, hibiscus, and angel tears that bloom throughout the year. There are also unusual trees such as the breadfruit tree, the ping pong tree, and the rubber tree. You can enjoy the colorful plants that change with the four seasons. Volunteer activities by members of the botanical garden revitalization team include tree planting, weeding, replanting, and more. The foot bath area, which utilizes hot spring heat, is always crowded with visitors. If you don't have a towel, you can purchase one at the counter for JP¥100. Japanese macaques can be seen all year round. There is a chance to see Japanese monkeys bathing in hot springs during Golden Week from December to May.【Hakodate morning market (函館朝市)】
The style and scenery of Japan's port cities are fully reflected here, and enthusiastic shouts of "welcome, welcome" can be heard everywhere. Seafood such as crab and salmon, direct sales products shipped from farms, and other premium fresh ingredients that can only be bought in Hokkaido are sold here.
Stroll around Onuma National Park, the only national park in Dounan (道南: Southern Hokkaido). With beautiful Mt. Komagatake background, lakes formed by active volcanic eruptions: Lake Onuma(大沼湖), Lake Konuma (小沼湖) and Lake Junsai (蓴菜沼) can be seen. The park in the winter is covered in snow and the scenery is beautiful. You can enjoy romantic atmosphere by walking around the park casually. There are many small stores such as food stores, souvenir stores, supermarkets and convenience stores, and restaurants around the scenic area.
[Kanigoden Ishikari Nabe] This rich local cuisine, unique to Hokkaido, has salmon, wakame, seaweed, tofu, Chinese cabbage, enoki mushrooms, scallions, onions and mizuna. This picture is a menu for 4 but is for reference only
[Hotel Breakfast] In addition to the popular side dish menu, there are bread, rice, coffee, juice, and more
Buffet breakfast includes freshly baked croissants and Danish pastries