What to do and see in Hakodate, Hokkaido: The Best Museums

May 18, 2021 Leonarda Pillsbury

Even if you can't be in Hakodate to see the cherry blossoms in May, you'll fall in love with the sunset views from Mount Hakodate. Surrounded by the ocean, it's no wonder Hakodate is known for fresh seafood. If you're up early, have domburi for breakfast at a restaurant in the Morning Market by Hakodate Station.
Restaurants in Hakodate

1. Hakodate Kogeisha

8-8 Suehirocho, Hakodate 040-0053 Hokkaido +81 138-22-7706 [email protected] http://kogeisya.blueboxcraft.com/
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Hakodate Kogeisha

2. Goryokaku Tower

43-9 Goryokaku-cho, Hakodate 040-0001 Hokkaido +81 138-51-4785 http://www.goryokaku-tower.co.jp/
Excellent
34%
Good
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Satisfactory
15%
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4.0 based on 2,154 reviews

Goryokaku Tower

Goryokaku Tower Official Account. View of Mt.Hakodate and the Tsugaru Straits from the observatory. The star-shaped vista that shines on the grounds of Goryokaku Fort, a special historic spot.

Reviewed By phale12017

This attraction is certainly unusual! A star shaped building on top of a very tall tower . On ground level there are interesting shops, coffee bar and snacks. The elevator travels very quickly to the top where the views are terrific! There are interesting models and notices to read and definitely some great photographs to take! The tower is set in amazing gardens which were truly spectacular in autumn. There is also the house of the last Samurai to be seen. Goryokaku Tower and Park are a must!

3. Hakodate Seikan Renrakusen Memorial Museum Mashumaru

Saki 12 Wakamatsu-cho, Hakodate 040-0063 Hokkaido +81 138-27-2500 http://www.mashumaru.com
Excellent
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4.0 based on 227 reviews

Hakodate Seikan Renrakusen Memorial Museum Mashumaru

4. Hakodate Municipal Lighthouse Museum

80-9 Esanmisakicho, Hakodate 041-0605 Hokkaido +81 138-86-2115
Excellent
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4.0 based on 5 reviews

Hakodate Municipal Lighthouse Museum

5. Hakodate City Ofune Archeological Site Cultural Property Exhibition Hall

575-1 Ofunecho, Hakodate 041-1622 Hokkaido
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4.0 based on 1 reviews

Hakodate City Ofune Archeological Site Cultural Property Exhibition Hall

6. Old British Consulate of Hakodate

33-14 Motomachi, Hakodate 040-0054 Hokkaido +81 138-27-8159 http://hakodate-kankou.com/british/
Excellent
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4.0 based on 258 reviews

Old British Consulate of Hakodate

Reviewed By MattW79

Lots of exhibits about how the city and culture changes in Meiji era, a fascinating snapshot of the history and the town's position in the world. All exhibits in english and japanese, nice old english style building, Bargain price for what's inside.

7. Hakodate Museum of Northern Peoples

21-7, Suehirocho, Hakodate 040-0053 Hokkaido +81 138-22-4128 [email protected] http://www.zaidan-hakodate.com/hoppominzoku/
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4.0 based on 118 reviews

Hakodate Museum of Northern Peoples

Reviewed By WEKP - Batavia, United States

This was my favorite museum in Hakodate. Everything was in English as well as Japanese. Learned a lot about the native people and early settlers. Only 300 yen. One hour is probably enough time.

8. Hakodate City Museum of Local History

19-15 Suehirocho, Hakodate 040-0053 Hokkaido +81 138-23-3095 http://www.city.hakodate.hokkaido.jp/docs/2015121000073/
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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4.0 based on 19 reviews

Hakodate City Museum of Local History

9. Hakodate City Northern Pacific Fishery's Document Museum

37-8 Goryokakucho, Hakodate 040-0001 Hokkaido +81 138-55-3455 http://www.city.hakodate.hokkaido.jp/docs/2014010800367/
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4.0 based on 46 reviews

Hakodate City Northern Pacific Fishery's Document Museum

Information about the Northern Pacific fisheries are exhibited in this hall.

10. Hakodate Magistrate's Office

44-3 Goryokakucho, Hakodate 040-0001 Hokkaido +81 138-51-2864 [email protected] http://www.hakodate-bugyosho.jp/
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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4.0 based on 316 reviews

Hakodate Magistrate's Office

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