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Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden
300 kinds of tropical plants grow in the garden, and in winter you can see monkeys soaking in the hot springs. There is also a foot bath facility where visitors to the botanical garden can freely use the source of Yunokawa Onsen. There are also a variety of events for elementary and junior high school students.
The glass-enclosed greenhouse is flooded with sunlight and is home to around 3,000 tropical plants of 300 different species, making it a warm and relaxing place to spend time even in winter.
In the outdoor facility, you can see the adorable monkeys bathing in the hot springs only during the winter season from December to May. There are also plenty of play equipment for small children, including a sandbox and battery-powered cars, which are popular. In summer, children can enjoy splashing around in the water at the "Water Plaza," and the area is filled with the cheers of children.
Opposite the monkey mountain is a small circular gazebo with a roof where anyone can relax and enjoy their feet.
The park also hosts various classes for local residents and seasonal events, including Christmas concerts which draw large numbers of visitors.
Business Hours
・April to October 9:30 to 18:00
・November to March 9:30 to 16:30
*You can see the monkeys bathing in the hot springs from December to Golden Week in May.
regular closing day
December 29th - January 1st
Fee
Adults 300 yen / Elementary and junior high school students 100 yen
*Free for pre-school children
parking lot
Available (free / approx. 120 cars)
Location
3-1-15 Yukawacho, Hakodate City
・After getting off at the tram stop "Yunokawa", it is about a 15-minute walk
・About 15 minutes by car from JR Hakodate Station
・Get off at the bus stop "Tropical Botanical Garden"
*The information listed is current as of April 2025.
*The information posted may be subject to change, so please check the official website for details.