Hakodate, a port city located in southern Hokkaido, is known for having one of the best night views in Japan. As the ...

The Hakodate Morning Market dates back to the early postwar years, when food was still scarce and farmers would make their way from rural areas into the city to sell vegetables on the street. A black ...

At the 'Omocha Hako' event being held in Hakodate on Saturday, July 12th and Sunday, July 13th, 2025, 22 restaurants in Hakodate will be collaborating with anime, games, and manga to hold a 'Gourmet ...

While thoughts of Hokkaido often bring to mind images of winter sports, snow festivals and chilly weather — there's plenty more to see in Japan’s northern prefecture. Located in the southernmost part ...

The next “bus team versus train team” race takes place in Hokkaido. The teams will race from Goryokaku, Hakodate City to Tenguyama Observatory in Otaru City, a journey spanning 300km. They must clear ...

Eric Pye’s Tohoku saga comes to a close in Hakodate, and some final thoughts about his Jazz Kissa journey through Japan. I’ll admit to not being disappointed to leave Hirosaki, but it was sad leaving ...