Hakodate City Museum

函館市博物館

3.9Est. 75Hakodate, Hokkaido

Local Pick

Overview

City museum covering Ainu heritage, port opening, and Hakodate's multicultural history.

A comprehensive municipal museum tracing Hakodate's evolution from Ainu territory through its opening as one of Japan's first international ports. Exhibits cover Ainu culture, the Perry Expedition, the Boshin War, and the city's unique multicultural heritage.

Local tips

The Ainu cultural collection on the first floor is one of the most accessible introductions to Ainu heritage in Hokkaido. Admission is only 300 yen.

Practical info

Japanese name: 函館市博物館
Nearest station: Hakodate Station (25 min walk)
Payment: Cards accepted
Reservations: Walk-in fine for most visits. Check hours online as smaller museums may close on certain weekdays or holidays.

Accessibility

Wheelchair restroom

Good for

Families

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