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# Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden Tours and Activities

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## Visit Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden

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#### Most famous for its surprisingly relaxed hot-tubbing monkeys, the complex is also home to Japan’s biggest collection of tropical plants.

Most visitors to the Hakodate Tropical Botanic Garden veer directly left on arrival, anxious to see the garden’s famous monkeys, but locals know that the impressive show is in the greenhouses next door. The monkeys are Japanese macaques. In the winter, they stay warm with water from the nearby hot spring, where they soak themselves like tiny humans. Say hello and go next door, where an impressive collection of tropical plants from around the world turns even the grayest winter day into riotous colors.

Walk against the crowds and start in the greenhouses. Breathe in cool outside air before plunging into the humid, warm greenhouse, which seems to glow with the many colorful flowers planted here. Spot fuchsia angel trumpets, which are huge flowers appearing to sing like their namesake, or the assortment of bougainvillea blooming year round. Watch tiny turtles swim in the stream and admire the sinuous grace of Japanese carp.

Stop at the monkey enclosure, where more than 100 monkeys play, fight and pose for pictures for assembled tourists. Spot their human-like mannerisms and watch their little dramas unfold. Continue on to the coin-operated go-kart course, always a hit with young children.

The botanic garden is a great winter destination. Even in summer, end the visit with a trip to the small foot onsen in front of the building, perfectly placed to let you supervise children as they play in the small park.

The Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden is near the seaside on the eastern outskirts of Hakodate. From Hakodate’s main station, take the 25-minute train journey to nearby Yunokawa and then walk 15 minutes to the garden. Ride a bus directly from Hakodate station in about 30 minutes. Drive or take a taxi from the station in 15 minutes. A shuttle from the airport takes about 10 minutes. Metered parking in the area is limited.

The botanical garden is open daily from morning to evening, with slightly shorter hours during winter. The monkeys use the hot tub only from December to early May. There is a small admission fee, with extra charges for monkey food.

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#### Fort Goryokaku

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Walk around the enchanting grounds of this repurposed military fort shaped like a star and see historic architecture and magnificent cherry blossoms in springtime.

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#### Hakodate Bugyosho

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Hakodate Bugyosho in Hakodate. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.

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After visiting Hakodate City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hakodate. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.

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#### Morning Market

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Start your day with delectable fruit, vegetables and freshly made breakfast in this buzzing market selling Hakodate’s freshest seasonal produce and seafood.

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#### Yunokawa Onsen

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