Hakodate Collection

Asia, Japan, Hakodate. Santa Claus in Japan

Paper lanterns hanging in the blooming cherry trees, Fort Goryokaku, Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan, Asia

Blooming cherry tree, Motomachi district, Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan, Asia

Shoppers and stalls at the Seafood Market at Hakodate, Japan, Asia

Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan evening skyline in winter

Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan on Hachiman-zaka slope with holiday lighting at night

Hakodate, Japan at Fort Goryokaku in winter

Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan with a view of Hakodate bay on a winter morning

Hakodate, Japan skyline at Mt. Hakodate during a winter twilight

Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan downtown cityscape at dusk

Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan dawn skyline in winter

Hakodate, Japan cityscape at the historic Red Brick Warehouses and Mt. Hakodate

Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan autumn skyline

Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan Skyline at twilight

Hakodate, Japan famous night view skyline

Hakodate, Japan skyline at Mt. Hakodate

Hakodate, Japan orthodox church and cityscape

Otaru, Hokkaido, Japan town cityscape over Ishikari Bay at dusk

Hakodate City view from Mountain Hakodate in night Hokkaido, Japan

Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan city skyline from Mt. Hakodate at dawn. The view is considered one of the three best in Japan

Hakodate, Japan viewed from Hakodate Mountain

Hakodate, Japan viewed from Hakodate Mountain

Hakodate, Japan viewed from Mt. Hakodate

Goryokaku Park in Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan was originally a star fort designed in 1855

The view of Hakodate, Japan. The city was the first in Japan to open its ports to trade in 1854

Aerial view of Hakodate city at night, Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan, Asia

Red lighthouse in front of the harbor of Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan, Asia

Aerial of the skyline of Hakodate at night, Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan, Asia

Aerial of city centre skyline at night, Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan, Asia

Harbor and city of Hakodate (b / w photo)
962668 Harbor and city of Hakodate (b/w photo) by Japanese Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harbor and city of Hakodate)

Steam ships in the harbour, Hakodate, Japan, c. 1890 Vintage late 19th century photograph
Steam ships in the harbour, Hakodate, Japan, c.1890 Vintage late 19th century photograph

View of the harbour of Hakodate, Japan
Vintage 19th century photograph: view of the harbour of Hakodate, Japan

Entrance to a Temple at Hakotadi, 1855 (litho)
1272344 Entrance to a Temple at Hakotadi, 1855 (litho) by Brown, Eliphalet (1816-86) (after); 22.25x15.25 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Brown, Eliphalet M. Jr.|Sarony & Co)

With a British Squadron Abroad, the Arrival of Mails (engraving)
1055818 With a British Squadron Abroad, the Arrival of Mails (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: With a British Squadron Abroad, the Arrival of Mails)

Street in Hakodadi, from Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to
STC105244 Street in Hakodadi, from Narrative of the Expedition of an American Squadron to the China Seas and Japan, pub. by Sarony & Co

View of Hakodate harbour, Japan, circa 1880s. Date: circa 1880s

Views of the chief towns and ports of Japan, c1880. Jeddo, or Yeddo (Edo); view near Hiogo (Hyogo); the Bay of Hakodadi (Hakodate); Hiogo

Hokkaido, Japan - Hakodate (a famous port city). Date: circa 1910

Ships at Hakodate, Japan

View over Hakodate from the Motomachi district, Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan, Asia

Cherry blossom in the Hakodate Park, Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan, Asia

Old Hakodate Public Hall, Motomachi district, Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan, Asia

View over Hakodate from Mount Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan, Asia

Hot-tubbing monkeys, Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan, Asia

Hakodate Russian Orthodox Church, Motomachi district, Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan, Asia

JAPAN: NAVAL BATTLE, 1869. The Battle of Hakodate Bay, 4-10 May 1869, between the Tokugawa shogunate navy of the Ezo Republic and the newly formed Imperial Japanese Navy

Asia, Japan, Hakodate. Interior hallway of Old Public Hall

Japan Kaodate
Important people walk down a shopping street, passers-by bow in respect

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Welcome to Hakodate, a charming city located in Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost island. This picturesque destination offers a unique blend of traditional Japanese culture and stunning natural beauty. As you stroll through the streets of Hakodate, you'll be captivated by the enchanting sight of paper lanterns hanging from blooming cherry trees. The delicate pink blossoms create a magical atmosphere that is truly mesmerizing. One of the must-visit attractions is Fort Goryokaku. This star-shaped fortress holds historical significance and provides panoramic views of the cityscape. It's an ideal spot to immerse yourself in Japan's rich history while enjoying breathtaking vistas. The Motomachi district is another gem waiting to be explored. Here, amidst blooming cherry trees, you'll find quaint shops and cafes offering delightful treats for your taste buds. Take a moment to savor local delicacies as you soak up the vibrant energy surrounding this area. For seafood enthusiasts, a visit to the Seafood Market at Hakodate is an absolute must. Indulge in fresh catches from the sea as shoppers bustle around stalls filled with an array of delectable delights. Immerse yourself in this bustling market scene and experience authentic Japanese cuisine at its finest. Hakodate's harbor serves as a gateway between land and sea, where steam ships have long played their part in connecting people across Asia. A vintage photograph dating back to 1890 showcases these magnificent vessels against the backdrop of this bustling port town – a testament to its maritime heritage. Delve further into history with visits to temples scattered throughout Hakodate. The entrance gates beckon visitors with their intricate designs and serene ambiance – transporting you back in time when these sacred places were built centuries ago. Traveling even further back into history brings us face-to-face with British sailors arriving on foreign shores during times gone by.