Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden
A Tropical Paradise in the Snowy North: Meet Hot Spring-Bathing Monkeys
Home to about 300 species and 3,000 tropical plants, this unique botanical garden offers a warm escape in snowy Hakodate. Visitors can also enjoy the rare sight of Japanese macaques relaxing in hot springs during winter.
Step through the greenhouse doors and enter another world. Warm, humid air and the fresh scent of greenery greet you. Inside, exotic plants with playful names like the “ice cream tree” and “breadfruit tree” grow in abundance, with vibrant blossoms adding splashes of color. The contrast between deep green foliage and white snow falling outside the glass is a magical scene unique to the north. After exploring, relax at the foot bath, fed by natural hot spring water from Yunokawa, while gazing at the tropical greenery.
The garden’s iconic winter attraction is the Japanese macaques at Monkey Mountain. From December to around May, watch them soak in steaming hot spring water, their eyes narrowed in contentment. Huddling together or soaking up to their shoulders, they look like guests at a hot spring inn. The outdoor area also features a “Water Plaza” and playground equipment for toddlers. With close encounters with nature and wildlife, it is an ideal spot for families to create lasting travel memories.
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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丁目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
- Car Park
- 120 spaces, free
- Directions
- ● By car: About 10 minutes from Hakodate Airport
● By car: About 15 minutes from JR Hakodate Station - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
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