Mount Hakodate

What it is

• A 333.8-meter high volcano and tied island located in Hokkaido.
• A designated Hokkaido Heritage site consisting of thirteen different peaks.
• A former military fortress site that was closed to the public until 1946.
• A Special Wildlife Protection Area containing the oldest artificial cedar forest in Hokkaido.

What to see

• A panoramic night view of the city from the summit observation decks.
• Remains of military fortresses built on the mountain starting in 1898.
• A monument dedicated to Thomas Wright Blakiston located at the summit.
• Television and FM radio transmission stations standing at the highest point.
• The ropeway system that has transported visitors up the slopes since 1958.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.