Hakodate Park
Hakodate Park
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Miroslav T
Bratislava, Slovakia116 contributions
Aug 2014 • Friends
We were here when clouds were very low but anyhow we felt very comfortable in park. There is lot of places where you can relax and enjoy the view on various trees & bonsais. There are also attractions for kids.
Written October 24, 2014
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Oldjack
Greater Melbourne, Australia29,072 contributions
Sep 2015 • Couples
The park is well maintained with some good views from the highest lookout point across the ocean to the south. The park has a central fountain at the lower level and some pleasant walking paths
Written September 18, 2015
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Wennie W
Singapore, Singapore859 contributions
Feb 2017 • Friends
The entire park was covered in snow and we found a pavilion to climb up to get a view of the park but it is very small and nothing like the magnificent spread of Goryokaku Koen on a similar day. There was nothing much to see due to the new content snow blanket.
Written February 1, 2017
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AshokShankar
Karur, India31 contributions
Apr 2019 • Family
We went to this place on 8th April. It was a weekday and there were hardly anyone in the park. It has a compact mini Zoo & it was well maintained. The Hakodate rope car & observatory which is a few blocks ahead is a must see. I recommend tourists who are not in a group to rent a car in Hakodate. You'll save a lot of time as the local transport is not all that great.
Written April 26, 2019
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Andrew M
7,589 contributions
Aug 2017 • Family
I visited this park, which is located to the left of the Gokoku Jinja Shrine, and on the same road (Higurashi Dori) as the Hachimangusai Shrine.There were quite a few persons jogging and walking in the park when I visited.I was really interested in seeing the Ludwig Haber monument which was in the south western corner of the park, behind the Hakodate Museum.
Ludwig Haber was the German consul in 1874. He was at the post in Hakodate for only 7 months when he was murdered by a samurai, Tazaki Hidechika. The samurai was anti-foreigner, and his beliefs were in line with the Japan policy of isolation, until 1869 when the samurai shogonate was overthrown by the government forces during the meiji restoration i.e. return of the emperor to the throne. Tazaki had come to Hakodate specifically with the intention to kill foreigners. Tazaki turned himself into the authorities, and he was charged with murder, and executed shortly thereafter.
On the 50th anniversary of the incident, the grave marker was removed from the cemetery and erected at the spot of the incident in Hakodate Park. The imperial troops removed it during World War 2, but it was found nearby shortly after the war ended, and re-erected in 1949. After viewing the memorial, I walked around the park and enjoyed the gardens, ponds and other monuments.
The easiest method of reaching the park is by Tram # 2. The park is almost at the end of the tram line, and the nearest tram stop is the next to last on the line, Aoyagicho. The park may be visited along with the many shrines and temples within walking distance of the park.
Ludwig Haber was the German consul in 1874. He was at the post in Hakodate for only 7 months when he was murdered by a samurai, Tazaki Hidechika. The samurai was anti-foreigner, and his beliefs were in line with the Japan policy of isolation, until 1869 when the samurai shogonate was overthrown by the government forces during the meiji restoration i.e. return of the emperor to the throne. Tazaki had come to Hakodate specifically with the intention to kill foreigners. Tazaki turned himself into the authorities, and he was charged with murder, and executed shortly thereafter.
On the 50th anniversary of the incident, the grave marker was removed from the cemetery and erected at the spot of the incident in Hakodate Park. The imperial troops removed it during World War 2, but it was found nearby shortly after the war ended, and re-erected in 1949. After viewing the memorial, I walked around the park and enjoyed the gardens, ponds and other monuments.
The easiest method of reaching the park is by Tram # 2. The park is almost at the end of the tram line, and the nearest tram stop is the next to last on the line, Aoyagicho. The park may be visited along with the many shrines and temples within walking distance of the park.
Written September 15, 2017
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lpypeiying
Singapore, Singapore689 contributions
Apr 2016 • Family
We took a tram to the nearest stop Aoyagicho Station. From there is a brief walk to the park. We were lucky that we caught the full bloom of cherry blossoms. Its a relaxing place and we saw many people picnic and enjoying the cherry blossoms. There is also a carnival to celebrate the blooms. Worth a visit if there is cherry blossoms. We had a relaxing walk to the red brick warehouse. There were directions/ signs along the way which was great.
Written May 13, 2016
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HotEarth
Melbourne, Australia681 contributions
Apr 2016 • Couples
The cherry trees were just budding when we arrived. Perhaps in about a week to ten days it would be best for viewing. Nevertheless this is still a nice and compact park to stroll around.
Written April 20, 2016
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Arun714
Hokkaido, Japan103 contributions
Aug 2015 • Friends
At the foot of Mt Hakodate is this cozy park which has enough cherry blossom trees, which in early May, bloom in wonderful beauty in contrast to the coniferous green trees growing up the mountain. Then again the yellow and red autumn leaves in late October blaze with magnificient glory, their colors made more vibrant by the contrasting sea breeze temperatures . Oh yes ,chidren will love the tea cup merry go round and feeding the deer in the mini zoo, or the peacocks.
Written January 30, 2016
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MOUSE A
Singapore, Singapore305 contributions
May 2014 • Friends
It was a bonus that we visited this park. We took a street car (tram) from hotel resol hakodate yen230/per trip.
Check out the street car map, it will see this park.
We happened to go there during golden week, so there is a mini carnival with games and food stalls. The price are pretty reasonable and affordable. Plus the view are great.
There is some museum inside the park, but again close very early around 4.30pm. The park is free, but to enter museum you probably need to pay.
Check out the street car map, it will see this park.
We happened to go there during golden week, so there is a mini carnival with games and food stalls. The price are pretty reasonable and affordable. Plus the view are great.
There is some museum inside the park, but again close very early around 4.30pm. The park is free, but to enter museum you probably need to pay.
Written May 6, 2014
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sayles033
Misawa, Japan140 contributions
Aug 2013 • Couples
We visited the museum in the park and it gave a very good interpretation of Hakodates history. There was a special exhibit of historical interest to us - we caught it on the final day it was open so that was a nice plus. Very convenient to the tram line.
Written September 4, 2013
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We will be in Hakodate from 6-8May 2018 to see cherry blossom, is it too late? Thank you for any reply.
Written April 28, 2018
Hi, can we visit the Hakodate Park at night during Sakura season? Isn't opened at night? It mentioned opening time till 5.30pm. By the way, isn't full blown now.
Written April 29, 2017
How would you get here from the cruise terminal in Hakodate if you are travelling independently?
Written April 2, 2017
What are the timings ( what time does the Park close/open?) and How much is the entry fee and the museum tour for a family of 10 ( 5 children, 5 adults)
Written July 20, 2016
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