History

Learn about Hakodate's ancient to modern history
If you are interested in Japan's unique history, such as the Jomon, the Ainu, or the Hakodate War, this course is ideal for you. Though on the outskirts of Hakodate, we particularly suggest you visit the Hakodate Jomon Culture Center to see the only national treasure in Hokkaido.

Buy a box lunch at a store in Hakodate Station

Take a bus for Shikabe Shutchojo at Hakodate Station and get off at Kakinoshima Iseki-shita (80 minutes)
10-minute walk

View the national treasure, the Jomon clay figure


Make ancient style earthenware

6-minute taxi ride
Take a bus for Hakodate Station at Minamikayabe Shisho-mae and get off at goryokaku (70 minutes)
15-minute walk

Try conveyor-belt sushi

1-minute walk

Look over the special historic site of Goryokaku from the observatory


View the restored Hakodate Magistrate’s Office

15-minute walk
24-minute tram ride (from Goryokaku Koen-Mae to Suehirocho)
1-minute walk

Learn about Ainu culture

5-minute walk

Visit the over 100-year-old residence of a wealthy merchant

10-minute walk

Eat at a restaurant in a historic building

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