Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden
About 300 species of tropical plants and Japanese macaques soaking in hot springs
A botanical garden rare in Hokkaido, cultivating about 300 species and 3,000 tropical plants, famous for Japanese macaques soaking in hot springs.
Entering the greenhouse, you are enveloped in humid air and the green fragrance of plants. Inside, tropical plants with unique names such as "ice cream tree" and "breadfruit tree" grow thickly, allowing you to experience a southern atmosphere while in the north. The greenhouse interior lined with colorful tropical flowers and palms spreading large leaves is warm even in winter, and the contrast between snow falling through the glass and the greenery inside the greenhouse creates a mysterious sight. A foot bath is also set up in the park, where you can spend luxurious time gazing at plants while soaking your feet in hot spring water.
The greatest attraction of this botanical garden is the Japanese macaques soaking in the hot spring at Monkey Mountain. From winter to early spring, the sight of monkeys entering their dedicated hot spring is adorable, and visitors are heartened by their comfortable appearance soaking in the water and figures cuddling with companions at the spring's edge. Play areas such as water plazas and toddler playground equipment are also maintained, making it a relaxing spot where families can enjoy all day.
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- Category
- With friends
- History, culture, art
- Family
- Travel style
- Red leaves, scenic spots, observation platforms
- Natural scenery, spectacular views
- Zoos and botanical gardens, aquariums, amusement parks
- Theme parks, tourist facilities
- Travel Inspiration
- Unwind in a hot spring
- Have fun with the kids
- Ideas for a rainy day
- Nearest airports
General Information
- Postal code
- 〒042-0932
- Address
- 北海道函館市湯川町3-1-15
- Telephone Number
- 0138-57-7833
- Open
- 9:30-18:00 (April-October)
9:30-16:30 (November-March) - Closed
- Year-end and New Year holidays
- Prices
- Paid (Free of charge for elementary school students before entering elementary school)
- Car Park
- 120 spaces, free
- Directions
- ●By streetcar: About 25 minutes from JR Hakodate Station, get off at the Yunokawa stop, and walk about 15 minutes
●By car: About 8 minutes from Hakodate Airport - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
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