Explore the historic city of Hakodate with a rickshaw, a traditional Japanese ride.
You can experience hospitality that you can not do by yourself, such as town guides and photos.
When you get on, your eyes become high and the wind is comfortable and the best ride.
You can experience non-daily life.


Hakodate Rickshaw Tour

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Hakodate!

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. 

Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you!

Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
Note*2: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Hakodate 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

This tour will take you around Hakodate's main sightseeing areas by streetcar, bus and ropeway. Visitors can walk through each area, feeling the history of Japan from the end of the Edo Shogunate, the prosperity of the Meiji Era, and the end of the war to the present.
Admission and transportation fees are included in the tour fee.
In addition, local guides will carefully guide you so that you can concentrate on exploring Hakodate!

Hakodate Exploration Tour with Private Guide

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Hakodate!

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. 

Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a four-hour tour that's best for you!

Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
Note*2: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Hakodate 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide

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.

Private Full Day Guided Tour In Hakodate

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 


Half Day Hakodate Tour with Government Licensed English guide

【OUTLINE】
You can have an authentic makeover experience in Hakodate. Rest assured that the dressing staff is all professional, kind, and courteous. First-rate beauticians will have you transform beautifully.
Wear a gorgeous dress and feel like a princess. There is a full hour of free time. Walking around the quarter, you will feel like stepping back in time. There are plenty of locations perfect for Insta-worthy photos. Make great memories of your trip to Hakodate!
There are many photogenic photo spots nearby, including the Kanamori Red Brick Warehouse, Hakodate Haristos Orthodox Church, and Hakodate Hachimangu Shrine, where visitors can enjoy taking commemorative photos.

【HIGHLIGHTS】
・First-class beauticians will have you transform beautifully
・Choose your favorite from more than 400 gorgeous costumes
・A hair arrangement is included
・Wear the costume over your clothes(The easy and quick dressing is welcomed) 
・Many Instagrammable locations are close by

Time Slip Experience in Hakodate with Custom Dress

【OUTLINE】
Hakodate, which has been developed as a settlement for people from different countries, is a hub of various cultures.

This is where Japan's first Russian consulate was founded. Why don't you try making "Hakodate Baked Pirozhki" created by Russian culture and Japanese ingredients?

【HIGHLIGHTS】
・Cooking experience at a café loved by the local community as a space of relaxation
・Making traditional dishes from Russia with the original recipes from the café 
・Friendly and careful lecture for beginners to join with ease
・A stylish café made from a renovated old house of 80 years
・ A good location for going sightseeing in Hakodate before and after the experience
・A city guide will be provided in English while the piroshki is fermenting

Make Piroshki in Hakodate and Visit Hidden Spots While Baking

You can experience sushi-making using freshly caught seafood in the seaside town Hakodate.
After making your own sushi, taste three kinds of dashi (Japanese soup stock) and create your own miso soup using the one you like best!
As a souvenir, you will receive a special sushi chef's hat to wear during the experience! 
When you go home, you can be the sushi chef and throw a Sushi party for your guests!

・Learn how to make sushi from a professional chef using fresh ingredients from the seaside town Hakodate
・With the careful and professional lecture, even beginners can try with confidence
・You can enjoy making miso soup using your favorite dashi (Japanese soup stock)
・Take home the sushi chef's cap you wear during the experience as a souvenir
・The experience takes place in a popular area of Hakodate

Taught by a professional! Making sushi with Hakodate's Fresh Fish

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. 

Port Pick-Up: Hakodate Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle

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

Private Hokkaido Guided Day Tour with Transportation

・Hosted by the café loved by the local community as a space of relaxation
・You are shown to little-known but good spots not listed in the guidebooks!
・Fun and safe tour with a friendly tour guide
・Appreciate cuisine related to the town's history (optional)
・A good location for going sightseeing in Hakodate before and after the tour

In this tour, you will visit precious buildings and places, founded in the 19th century, with the owner of the local Russian café. She will tell you all about the local food culture necessary to understand the history of Hakodate.

You can broaden your knowledge, not only by seeing or listening.
If you taste the meal that is related to the food culture of Hakodate at the cozy café before the tour, you may be able to feel a sense of unity with the mood of the city. (optional) 

Enjoy the city walk tour through the five senses, and make unforgettable memories of your visit.

Walk Around Hakodate's Hidden Spots Guided by Local Residents

Book your Private Transfer from Muroran Cruise Port to Sapporo city hotels or any addres. 

Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door port/city transfer.

All Vehicles fully licensed and insured. Our cars are equipped with all necessary facilities for a trip to any part of the world under any weather conditions, including additional fastenings for sports and other equipment.

Private Transfer from Muroran Cruise Port to Sapporo City Hotels

Book your Private Transfer from Muroran Cruise Port to Sapporo New Chitose Airport (CTS).

Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport/port transfer.

All Vehicles fully licensed and insured. Our cars are equipped with all necessary facilities for a trip to any part of the world under any weather conditions, including additional fastenings for sports and other equipment.

Private Transfer from Muroran Cruise Port to Sapporo Airport(CTS)

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.

Hakodate Private Customizable Full Day Tour

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.

Hakodate Private Customizable 6-Hour Tour

【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

Dress Up High-Quality “Hakama” Kimono and 30-min Rickshaw Tour

【OUTLINE】
You can have an authentic experience of dressing like a Japanese in the 19th century in Hakodate. Easy to change clothes. Rest assured that the dressing staff is all professional, kind, and courteous. First-rate beauticians will have your makeover beautifully. The most recommended style is the 'Hakama' costume called "Haikara-san." You will have an hour of free time. Walking around the quarter, you will feel like stepping back in time. There are plenty of locations perfect for Insta-worthy photos. Make great memories of your trip to Hakodate! 
There are many photogenic photo spots nearby, including the Kanamori Red Brick Warehouse, Hakodate Haristos Orthodox Church, and Hakodate Hachimangu Shrine, where you can enjoy taking memorable photos dressed in kimono.

Time Slip Experience in Hakodate With Kimono “Hakama”

【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)

Enjoy a rickshaw tour with a local guide and the sunset

【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

Enjoy Hakodate Night View by Rickshaw Tours

【OUTLINE】
In Hakodate, a trading city in the north, you will first enjoy the aroma of three or four types of tea while listening to an explanation of Japanese tea history and culture.
Among them, you will be able to pack one of your favorites into a tea packet and take home about 100 grams as a souvenir! 

【HIGHLIGHTS】 
・You can learn the difference between three or four different types of tea from all over Japan.
・Learn the history and culture of Japanese tea from a tea expert.
・You can experience tea filling, which is something you don't often get to experience!

Experience Japanese tea packing in Hakodate

Discover the Ancient Strategy Game of Go in the Heart of Hakodate!

Step into the fascinating world of Go — Japan’s legendary board game that’s easy to learn but takes a lifetime to master.
In this hands-on experience, you’ll be guided by a certified 6-dan Go instructor (one of the highest amateur levels in Japan) with decades of teaching and competition experience.

What makes this activity special?
✅ Learn the basics of Go in a traditional setting
✅ Enjoy a friendly match with the instructor or fellow participants
✅ Experience authentic Japanese culture through strategy and mindfulness
✅ Includes a seasonal wagashi (traditional sweet) and tea
✅ Perfect for beginners, families, or curious minds of all ages

Whether you’ve never touched a Go board or you’ve seen it in movies or anime, this experience offers a rare chance to dive into a true Japanese cultural tradition — and bring home more than just memories.

Reserve now and unlock the secrets of Go!

Play the Ancient Japanese Game of Go in Hakodate

Discover Hakodate’s most stunning views at Goryokaku Tower! Ascend to the observation deck and take in the breathtaking 360-degree panorama of the star-shaped Goryokaku Fort and the cityscape below. Marvel at the historical significance of this unique fortification from the late Edo period, with interactive displays that bring its past to life.

Experience the beauty of the changing seasons, from cherry blossoms in spring to vibrant autumn colors. Capture unforgettable photos of the star-shaped fort and expansive city views. Don’t miss out on local souvenirs and a relaxing café experience. Book your visit to Goryokaku Tower now for an unforgettable journey through history and scenic splendor

Experiences in Hakodate, Japan