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Hakodate 2019

JAPAN TRAVEL: Taste Traditional Japanese Sweets at Suehiro-an in Kikonai

JAPAN TRAVEL: Taste Traditional Japanese Sweets at Suehiro-an in Kikonai

Established in 1934, Suehiro-an is one of the oldest confectionery shops in the town. The shop sells the all-time favorite Koukou mochi. It's a soy sauce and walnut-flavored rice cake snack that you must try in Kikonai.

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JAPAN TRAVEL: Murakami’s Shibazakura-en, the Most Beautiful Backyard in Kikonai

JAPAN TRAVEL: Murakami’s Shibazakura-en, the Most Beautiful Backyard in Kikonai

One of the must-see tourist attractions in Kikonai in spring is this eye-catching lawn cherry at one of the residences in Kikonai. The lawn cherry, which can be found at the backyard of Mr. Nakamishi Murakami, catches the attention of every passerby in town.

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JAPAN TRAVEL: Experience Cold Water Purification Ritual at Misogi Beach in Kikonai

JAPAN TRAVEL: Experience Cold Water Purification Ritual at Misogi Beach in Kikonai

Misogi Beach is one of the stops you'll make when you join a guided walking tour in Kikonai. This beach is not just an ordinary beach though, as it is where the Kanchu Misogi Festival is held-- an important traditional event in Japan.

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JAPAN TRAVEL: Higashide Liquor Store is Where You Can Drink Rare Japanese Sake!

JAPAN TRAVEL: Higashide Liquor Store is Where You Can Drink Rare Japanese Sake!

Higashide Liquor Store sells limited edition rice wines in their store. Their most popular product would be Misogi no Mai, which is a rare Japanese sake made from rice called Honoka 224 (Hoshinoyume rice) that is only being grown in Kikonai.

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Hakodate, Japan

Hakodate, Japan

JAPAN TRAVEL: Misogi no Sato in Kikonai, A Sightseeing Hub in Southern Hokkaido

JAPAN TRAVEL: Misogi no Sato in Kikonai, A Sightseeing Hub in Southern Hokkaido

Misogi-no-Sato is a roadside station where tourists can enjoy shopping for local products from nine towns in Southern Hokkaido.

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JAPAN TRAVEL: Cape Saraki in Kikonai, A Scenic Tulip Garden by the Roadside

JAPAN TRAVEL: Cape Saraki in Kikonai, A Scenic Tulip Garden by the Roadside

A bed of blooming tulips in every color delights visitors in Cape Saraki, where 50,000 tulip varieties are planted alongside the tranquil roads of Kikonai.

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Hakodate, Japan

Hakodate, Japan

JAPAN TRAVEL: Hakodate Orthodox Church

JAPAN TRAVEL: Hakodate Orthodox Church

Also known as the Gan-gan Temple, Hakodate Orthodox Church is known for its bell sound that is part of the 100 soundscapes of Japan-- a list of Japan's greatest natural and cultural sounds.

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JAPAN TRAVEL: Hakodate St. John’s Church

JAPAN TRAVEL: Hakodate St. John’s Church

Hakodate St. John's Church is noticeable due to its cross-shaped construction that's best seen atop Mt. Hakodate.

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JAPAN TRAVEL: Hakodate Park, One of the Oldest Parks in Hokkaido

JAPAN TRAVEL: Hakodate Park, One of the Oldest Parks in Hokkaido

Built in 1879, Hakodate Park is one of the oldest parks across Hokkaido. It’s a family-friendly attraction which is ideal for those traveling with kids.

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Hakodate, Japan

Hakodate, Japan

JAPAN TRAVEL: Hakodate Tropical Botanical Gardens is Where You Can Meet Hot-Tubbing Monkeys!

JAPAN TRAVEL: Hakodate Tropical Botanical Gardens is Where You Can Meet Hot-Tubbing Monkeys!

Japanese macaques, also known as snow monkeys, are found at the Hakodate Tropical Botanical Gardens. It is where you can have the chance to see these cozy monkeys hot tubbing like a boss while waiting for you to feed them.

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JAPAN TRAVEL: Fort Goryokaku in Hakodate, A Historical Star-Shaped Citadel

JAPAN TRAVEL: Fort Goryokaku in Hakodate, A Historical Star-Shaped Citadel

The star-shaped Goryokaku Fort in Hakodate, Japan is not just for made for viewing pleasure—it holds importance in the city’s history as it was strategically built in 1864 to reduce blind spots in gun battles for defense.

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Hakodate Spot 2018

Historical landmark

Hakodate Spot 2018