Matsumae Town
Southern Hokkaido
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Hokkaido's southernmost castle town, blessed with a warm climate and rich nature
Population：5,800
Matsumae Town, located at Hokkaido's southernmost tip, enjoys the warmest climate in the prefecture due to the Tsushima Current. Facing the Tsugaru Strait, the town offers stunning coastal views, including Cape Shirakami. As part of a prefectural natural park, its nearby islands serve as vital breeding grounds for rare seabirds. Renowned as Hokkaido's only historic castle town, Matsumae features a beautiful blend of cultural heritage and nature, famous for its 10,000 cherry trees that bloom in spring.
