historical-interests
Kawamura Kaneto Ainu Museum in Asahikawa
The Kawamura Kaneto Ainu Museum is a private museum dedicated to Ainu culture since 1916, making it the oldest and most historical Ainu museum. Visiti
How to walk in Matsumae
Matsumae (松前) is one of the oldest towns in Hokkaido, historically ruled by the Matsumae clan (松前藩) before the Meiji era. Upon arriving in Matsumae
Beautiful Town Esashi: Preserving the Charm of the Good Old Days
The Charming Historic Route: Inishie Kaido in Esashi The historic route known as 'Inishie Kaido' (いにしえ街道) attracts visitors with its beautifully pr
Matsumae Edo Village: Step Back into Old Matsumae
Discover the allure of historic Matsumae at this Edo-era theme park. Featuring 14 accessible buildings, visitors can indulge in kimono dress-up (fo
Noboribetsu Date Jidaimura
This theme park is inspired by various aspects of life and events from the Edo period. The park features an exciting array of attractions, including b
Goryokaku Park(五稜郭公園) in Hakodate, Famous Sakura Viewing Site, Cherry Blossoms of Hokkaido
Goryokaku(五稜郭) is one of the most important historical place in the Meiji era. Boshin War and Hakodate War took place here. Buyo Enomoto and Toshizo H
Otaru Hina Doll Tour 2015
The Hina Doll Festival is celebrated every year on March 3rd in Japan, dedicated to girls. During this event, various traditional Hina dolls, some pas
Hina Doll Festival Tour 2015 in Historical Village of Hokkaido
The Historical Village of Hokkaido hosted a Hina Doll Festival from February 21 to March 21. This event showcased 16 sets of Hina dolls dating from th
Nikka Whisky Factory Tour In Yoichi（ニッカウヰスキー余市蒸留所）
Masataka Taketsuru, the founder of Nikka Whisky, is the leading person of Japanese Whisky. He studied abroad to Scotland for making whisky. This is th
The Former Aoyama Villa: A Flourishing Herring Mansion in Otaru
This building is known as the so-called "Nishin Goten," symbolizing Otaru's prosperity during its herring fishing era. Viewing it gives a clear sense
Otaru Museum Canal Branch
The Otaru Museum Canal Branch is situated near Otaru Canal, adjacent to Otaru Canal Plaza. It serves as the canal branch of the Otaru Museum, original
Ryugu Jinjya Shrine, Otaru
Ryugu Shrine is located about a 5-minute walk from Otaru Station, so be sure to visit. Additionally, there is a popular market called Sankaku Marke
Suitengu Shrine, Otaru（水天宮）
Situated atop a small hill, Suitengu Shrine offers a panoramic view of Otaru city and its harbor. Unless it's during the shrine's festival, it's unlik
Motomachi Park in Hakodate（元町公園）
As you stroll along the foothills of Mt. Hakodate, you'll come across an open area where you can see the harbor. This spot is Motomachi Park, with Mot
Hakodate Jomon Culture Center
The Hakodate Jomon Culture Center is located in Usujiri-cho, Hakodate approximately a one-hour drive away. This museum is dedicated to showcasing the
Higashi-honganji-Temple Hakodate Branch（東本願寺函館別院）
Higashihonganji Temple Hakodate Branch (東本願寺函館別院) is located in the Motomachi area at the foot of Mt. Hakodate. If you look down from Hakodate Orthodo
Yamanoue Daijingu（山上大神宮）
Yamanoue Daijingu (山上大神宮) sits atop Saiwaizaka slope, at the foot of Mt. Hakodate in the west-south of Hakodate city. Near the former Russian Consulat
The Former Russian Consulate（旧ロシア領事館）in Hakodate
The Former Russian Consulate is situated in Funami-cho, at the foot of Mt. Hakodate in the southwest ward of Hakodate city. Positioned near the end of
Shomyoji Temple at the foot of Mt.Hakodate
Shomyoji(称名寺) is located in Funami-cho, the south-west of Hakodate. Near Koryuji and the former Russian Consulate. Shomyoji is the 2nd oldest templ
Motomachi Roman Catholic Church in Hakodate Motomachi Area
Motomachi Roman Catholic Church is located in the foot of Mt.Hakodate, Hakodate Motomachi area. The former temporary building was founded by French
