Kencho Park (Koshuen)
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A garden on the mid-slope of Mount Hakodate, where magnificent nature and history harmonize. Enjoy a stroll while taking in the beautiful scenery of each season.
Overview
Kencho Park, located on the mid-slope of Mount Hakodate, is known as a breathtaking spot offering panoramic views of Hakodate city. Within the park lies "Koshuen," a Japanese garden designated as a Place of Scenic Beauty, originally built as the villa of a wealthy merchant around 1898 (Meiji 31). Koshuen is a Japanese garden boasting diverse landscapes, including a shoin-zukuri style garden pavilion, ponds, and streams. Enjoy a leisurely stroll while appreciating the beautiful scenery that changes with the seasons. Cherry blossoms abound in spring, painting the park in pink, while autumn brings vibrant foliage in reds and yellows. The autumn foliage season is particularly spectacular, with the entire park enveloped in a breathtaking tapestry of color, resembling a painted landscape. Kencho Park offers a tranquil escape, allowing visitors to connect with Hakodate's nature and history. The adjacent Green Center showcases a variety of plants, providing further opportunities to immerse oneself in nature. From the observation deck, you can enjoy sweeping views of Hakodate city, the Tsugaru Strait, and Mount Hakodate itself. Kencho Park is a must-visit destination during your Hakodate sightseeing trip.
Basic Information
- Address
- 56, Kencho-cho, Hakodate City, Hokkaido Search for tourist attractions in Hokkaido
- Access
- Hakodate Bus: Approximately 40 minutes from Hakodate Station on Route 82, get off at Koshuen stop. 1-minute walk. On foot: Approximately 30 minutes from Yukura Shrine. By car: Approximately 10 minutes from Hiji IC. There is no direct bus from Hakodate Airport; a taxi ride takes approximately 10 minutes. Show route
- Op.Hours
- Open at all times (Facility opening hours are the same as those for Miharashi Park's facilities).
- Cld.Days
- Closed December 29th and 31st. Other days may be closed during busy seasons (April, May, October, November). Please contact us for detailed closure dates.
- Fee
- ・Entrance Fee: ¥100 for adults, ¥50 for junior high and high school students. ※Free admission for those aged 65 or over with proof of age (ID). Free admission for people with disabilities (physical, intellectual, or mental disabilities) and their caregivers with proof of disability (disability handbook).
- INFO
- Parking is available for 46 cars. The closest parking lot is C block.
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