FULL ITINERARY
After arrived in Hakodate port, you are welcomed by private guide and driver. Then, enjoy a scenic drive to Goryokaku Tower where provides an observation with the height of 350 foot from the sea level. Standing on the point, you can taste the panoramic view over the city and the Fort Goryokaku nearby - a star-shaped guardian citadel protecting the city built from the 19th century.
After that, head to bustling Asaichi Market where you can easily find delicious seafood from squid to salmon roe marinated on ice in lines after lines of stalls. Not only attracts foreigners, but many locals also visit here to taste some fresh fruit and food, especially a savory bowl of donburi rice topped with sea urchin.
After lunch at a local restaurant, you move to the Kanemori red-brick warehouses. Formerly serving as an international trade center, nowadays, this place becomes an entertainment complex with various restaurants, shops, and a microbrewery. Enjoy your free time strolling and picking up some lovely local goods as souvenirs.
Transferred to the next place is Motomachi, a historic district nestled at the foot of Mount Hakodate. If you luckily visit on a nice day, strolling through its charming streets lined with Western-style buildings offers a truly picturesque experience. Trip ends. This experience is one of the many thoughtfully crafted Hakodate shore excursions by Shore Excursions Asia, your trusted local expert in cruise tours across Japan and beyond.
Charles –
This excursion was well balanced between culture, history, and food. The Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse was charming, and Motomachi’s historic district gave us beautiful architecture to admire.
Diana –
Hakodate was a delight to explore. The market was lively and colorful, while the tower offered incredible views over the city and mountains. Every stop felt meaningful, and the tour was well paced for older travelers like us.
Helen Brooks –
We thoroughly enjoyed this tour of Hakodate. The view from Goryokaku Tower was spectacular, and walking through the park lined with cherry blossoms was unforgettable. The visit to the Asaichi Market gave us a taste of local life and fresh seafood.