Top Hakodate Private and Luxury

We will make sure you enjoy Hokkaido and Hakodate like a local resident. This tour provides a free vehicle(maximum 5 passengers) and is a fully customised tour, so you can modify the plan according to your interests. If you love history, we can visit more historical sites. If you love photographs, we can visit the beautiful slopes in Motomachi. If you are a shopping lover, let's enjoy shopping at Mega-Don Quixote(Mega-Don), Second Street and Book Off. We are waiting for your message!

Hakodate is a city in southern Hokkaido that was one of the first ports in Japan to open up to foreign trade. The city has international influences such as the red-brick warehouses, and the European-style buildings, but it can be tricky to understand the city’s distinctive features without knowledge about Japan’s history. With this customizable tour, experience the city’s highlights with a guide to show you around and provide commentary. Potential stops include Onuma Quasi-National Park and Motomachi.

Unlike simply walking around on your own, this guided tour lets you experience Hakodate’s historic port and hillside neighborhoods through the eyes of a knowledgeable local. You won’t just see the red-brick warehouses, Hachimanzaka Hill, or the Old British Consulate—you’ll understand their stories, from Hakodate’s days as one of Japan’s first international ports to its role as a crossroads of cultures. Your guide brings to life tales of sailors, merchants, and diplomats, adding depth that transforms landmarks into vivid chapters of history. The journey culminates with a ropeway ride to the summit of Mount Hakodate, where the city’s unique geography—a sandbar embraced by the ocean—unfolds beneath you in an unforgettable panorama. This is more than sightseeing; it’s an immersion into the history, culture, and spirit of Hakodate, with insights and views you cannot get on your own.

Hakodate is a unique Japanese community in that it has a long history of international trade, and therefore a vibrant foreign community. This influenced the town's European building style, churches, red-brick warehouses, and vintage tram that connects the city. After you choose the attractions that sound the best to you, your government-licensed multilingual guide will customize a half-day tour for you and ensure you see the best of the city.

Ditch the busy crowds and explore Hakodate on this private tour with a National Licensed Guide. Hop between highlights by streetcar, bus, and ropeway as you learn about the city’s history and culture. See the Goryokaku Tower from above, stroll through the scenic Goryokaku Park, and take in sweeping city vistas from the Hakodateyama Ropeway. Plus, admission and transportation fees are included for ease.

Let’s enjoy this half-day tour. We take some transportations, or taxi. This is a standard half day tour for Hakodate sight seeing. If you are hungry you can grab some seafood at the market. If the ropeway is not available due to the strong wind, we can go and see Goryokaku fortress. If you prefer using

Our customizable experience allows you to delve deeper into the city's charm, discovering unique sights and experiences hand-picked for you. Choose 3 to 4 sites for a personalized tour of Hakodate, and with a dedicated guide to provide insights and recommendations, you’ll enjoy a seamless, stress-free adventure through one of Japan’s most picturesque destinations. Embrace the vibrant culture or find hidden pockets of serenity – this tour promises an unforgettable journey through the heart of Hakodate. Perfect for families, couples, or solo travelers looking for a truly personalized experience.

This is the ideal tour for travelers wanting to discover Hakodate's highlights efficiently in a private vehicle accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced English-speaking guide! Hakodate has a long history of international trade and as such hosted a small foreign community. That influence is evident in the European buildings, churches, and red-brick warehouses that you can see from the nostalgic streetcar that makes its rounds of the city. Note 1: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history. Note 2: You cannot visit all the sites on the intinerary. You must choose up to 4 and inform your guide.

Begin your tour at the historic Red Brick Warehouses, a lively waterfront area full of shops, cafés, and views of Hakodate Bay. Then, head up to Mount Hakodate via ropeway or vehicle to enjoy a sweeping panoramic view of the city and surrounding ocean—on clear days, it's one of Japan's top scenic spots. Next, dive into local culture at Hakodate Morning Market, where you can taste just-caught seafood like uni, crab, and ika (squid), and even try your hand at squid fishing. Stroll through Motomachi, the city’s picturesque old quarter, known for its Western-style churches and steep, photogenic streets that reflect Hakodate’s unique blend of Japanese and foreign heritage.

Our customizable experience allows you to delve deeper into the city's charm, discovering unique sights and experiences hand-picked for you. Choose 4 to 5 sites for a personalized tour of Hakodate, and with a dedicated guide to provide insights and recommendations, you’ll enjoy a seamless, stress-free adventure through one of Japan’s most picturesque destinations. Embrace the vibrant culture or find hidden pockets of serenity – this tour promises an unforgettable journey through the heart of Hakodate. Perfect for families, couples, or solo travelers looking for a truly personalized experience.

Discover the vibrant flavors and traditions of northern Japan at the renowned Hakodate Morning Market, a culinary hub of Hokkaido. For over fifty years, this bustling market has showcased the region's freshest seafood and agricultural produce. Engage with local vendors as you sample signature dishes, including squid sashimi and kaisendon, all while your knowledgeable guide shares insights into Hakodate's rich food culture. Choose between an energetic early morning visit or a more relaxed daytime experience, soaking in the sights and tastes of this historical market. - Explore Hakodate Morning Market’s lively stalls and fresh seafood - Enjoy included food expenses to sample a variety of local dishes - Guided by a local expert who shares cultural insights and recommendations - Choose between an early morning or leisurely daytime tour option

Experience the magic of Hakodate as the city lights up after dark on this enchanting night tour. Begin with breathtaking views from Mount Hakodate, where the city sparkles like a sea of jewels—truly one of the world's most beautiful nightscapes. Next, explore Hakodate’s historical landmarks under illumination. Stroll along Hachiman-zaka Slope, famous from films, TV dramas, and commercials, offering a stunning waterfront view. Visit the Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward, a 1910 wooden Western-style building designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan. The Kanemori Red Brick Warehouses have been transformed into beer halls, restaurants, and shops, blending history with modern charm. The tour also highlights Hakodate’s iconic churches: the Harisutosu Orthodox Church, Japan’s oldest Greek Orthodox Church built in 1859; the Motomachi Catholic Church, featuring a Gothic-style altar gifted by the Pope; and St. John’s Church, a modern design by British Protestant missionaries.

【OUTLINE】 This tour allows visitors to explore Hakodate's local neighborhoods in traditional Japanese dress, guided by a local rickshaw puller. Feel the history of the town, while watching the semi-Western style buildings, and the oldest telegraph pole in Japan. Enjoy the rickshaw ride while feeling as if you traveled back in the 19th century. You will have an unforgettable moment while immersing yourself in a nostalgic vibe in Japan. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Luxury cross-cultural experience on a rickshaw! ・Commemorative photo in the Western-style kimono called Hakama ・Look around the city without worrying about crowds and bad weather ・There are many Insta-worthy spots in the 19th century cityscape ・30 minutes only to enjoy the main area of Hakodate

【OUTLINE】 Hakodate is a major city of Hokkaido that is open to the world. You will tour around the townscape aglow with the setting sun by rickshaw. You can comfortably enjoy the romantic moment without being bothered with heavy baggage and congestion. After getting off the rickshaw at Mt. Hakodate Ropeway, how about overlooking the gorgeous night view from the top of Mt. Hakodate? (Ropeway fare is optional or paid separately) This special tour offers a luxurious time to you. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Rickshaw driver, who knows information not listed on the guidebooks and backstreets, will show you to the hottest fun spot ・A tour visiting romantic Hakodate aglow with sunset by rickshaw, a traditional Japanese vehicle ・Fully prepared for bad weather. A comfortable rickshaw releases your stress of walking through a crowd with baggage ・Let the driver take souvenir photos with the exotic rickshaw at beautiful spots(please bring your camera)

We can enjoy taking city buses or city tram from spot to spot. First, we walk to Hakodate morning market, so you can grab some food and fruits if you will. Then take a tram to Red brick warehouses to visit shopping area near the sea front. Next, we take bus to the base station of Mt. Hakodate Ropeway. The ropeway brings us to the 334m high summit of Mt. Hakodate to enjoy one of three significant views in Japan. (Due to the strong wind, Mt. Hakodate Ropeway service can be stopped. In that case, I will recommend an alternative spot) Lastly, we take buses to Goryokaku fort. From a 90m high tower, you can witness the whole view of the Goryokaku fortress where the last civil war was fought between shognate force and new government force. Lunch can be enjoyed at the summit building of Mt. Hakodate or near the Goryokaku.

【OUTLINE】 Hakodate is a major city of Hokkaido that is open to the world. You will tour around the beautifully illuminated Preservation District by rickshaw. You will go around comfortably without being bothered with heavy baggage and congestion, from famous tourist attractions to hidden backstreets known only by the local guides. You are sent to Hakodate Station and its neighborhood at the end of the tour. This special tour offers a luxurious time to you. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Rickshaw driver, who knows information not listed on the guidebooks and backstreets, will show you to the hottest fun spot ・A tour visiting romantic night view spots by rickshaw, a traditional Japanese vehicle ・Fully prepared for bad weather. A comfortable rickshaw releases your stress of walking through a crowd with baggage ・Let the driver take souvenir photos with the exotic rickshaw at beautiful spots(please bring your camera) ・The only tour you can enjoy the Hakodate's night views by rickshaw

We will make sure you enjoy Hokkaido and Hakodate like a local resident. This tour provides a free vehicle(maximum 5 passengers) and is a fully customised tour, so you can modify the plan according to your interests. If you love history, we can visit more historical sites. If you love photographs, we can visit the beautiful slopes in Motomachi. If you are a shopping lover, let's enjoy shopping at Mega-Don Quixote(Mega-Don), Second Street and Book Off. We are waiting for your message!