Mt. Hakodate

Michelin three-star, a mountain where 600 species of plants breathe

A mountain with an elevation of 334 meters overlooking Hakodate city, a famous viewpoint where Michelin three-star superb views and about 600 plant species coexist.
From the observation deck at the summit, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Hakodate city created by the unique terrain sandwiched between the Tsugaru Strait and Hakodate Bay. The landscape created by the cityscape and sea spreading across the narrow terrain is a beauty not seen elsewhere. During the day, the contrast woven by the blue sea, green mountains, and city buildings is vivid, and at night countless lights shine like jewels, creating a fantastic world at the boundary line with the pitch-black sea. A refreshing breeze blows across the summit, and when you take a deep breath while viewing the scenery spreading below, the scent of the sea tide drifts.
Though once serving an important role as a military fortress, the mountain is now a treasure trove of nature where about 600 plant species and about 150 wild bird species inhabit. Hiking courses of about one hour are maintained at the foot of the mountain, allowing you to walk while enjoying seasonal flowers and bird songs. This is a representative tourist spot of Hakodate showing different expressions each season: fresh greenery in spring, deep green in summer, autumn foliage in fall, and snowy landscapes in winter.

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Nearest airports
New Chitose Airport Sapporo Okadama Airport Hakodate Airport Okushiri Airport Asahikawa Airport Wakkanai Airport Rishiri Airport Okhotsk Monbetsu Airport Memanbetsu Airport Nemuro Nakashibetsu Airport Tancho Kushiro Airport Tokachi Obihiro Airport

General Information

Postal code
〒040-0000　
Address
北海道函館市
Telephone Number
0138-23-5440（Hakodate Tourist Information Center）
Open
[Observation deck] 10:00-22:00, (Oct.16-Apr. 24) 10:00-21:00
[Trail] (late Apr. to late Sep.) 17:00-22:00, (early Oct. to mid-Nov.) 16:00-21:00
*No private cars or rental cars allowed (buses and cabs are allowed).
Car Park
Parking available
Directions
●By car: About 15 minutes from JR Hakodate Station (during snowy season, closed to vehicular traffic, use ropeway)
●By car: 10 km from Hokkaido Hakodate Airport via Route 63 and Route 278, about 20 minutes
Website

Hakodate City Official Tourist Information Hakobura "Mount Hakodate"

* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.

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