[summer][ Hokkaido Hakodate City]Hakodate Morning Market: Chilled seafood and a refreshing summer experience
Hakodate Morning Market is one of Hokkaido's most popular tourist destinations and a must-see for seafood lovers. Conveniently located at 9-19 Wakamatsu-cho, Hakodate, Hokkaido, just a few minutes' walk from JR Hakodate Station, the market is lined with fresh seafood caught by local fishermen early in the morning. The market is especially popular in the summer, when the cool weather and lively atmosphere of the market can be fully enjoyed. One of the market's features is the "live squid fishing experience." Squid swimming in a tank is caught on the spot and served fresh, with a taste you will never forget. This unique experience is very popular with foreign tourists, and it is a rare opportunity to experience Japanese food culture firsthand. You can also enjoy dishes cooked on the spot, such as seafood bowls, grilled fish, and scallops on the beach. The gorgeous seafood bowls topped with cold sea urchin and salmon roe are especially delicious on hot summer days. Food is not the only thing you can enjoy at Hakodate Morning Market. One of the great things about walking around the market is interacting with the locals. They may even teach you local cooking techniques and how to select ingredients, which will be an unforgettable experience for tourists.
Enjoy the fresh seafood at Hakodate Morning Market
Hakodate Morning Market is one of Hokkaido's most popular tourist destinations and a must-see for seafood lovers. Conveniently located at 9-19 Wakamatsu-cho, Hakodate, Hokkaido, just a few minutes' walk from JR Hakodate Station, the market is lined with fresh seafood caught by local fishermen early in the morning. The market is especially popular in the summer, when the cool weather and lively atmosphere of the market can be fully enjoyed. One of the market's features is the "live squid fishing experience." Squid swimming in a tank is caught on the spot and served fresh, with a taste you will never forget. This unique experience is very popular with foreign tourists, and it is a rare opportunity to experience Japanese food culture firsthand. You can also enjoy dishes cooked on the spot, such as seafood bowls, grilled fish, and scallops on the beach. The gorgeous seafood bowls topped with cold sea urchin and salmon roe are especially delicious on hot summer days. Food is not the only thing you can enjoy at Hakodate Morning Market. One of the great things about walking around the market is interacting with the locals. They may even teach you local cooking techniques and how to select ingredients, which will be an unforgettable experience for tourists.
Tips for enjoying the coolness of Hakodate Morning Market in summer
Hakodate Morning Market in summer has a special charm that is different from other seasons. Hokkaido's summer is relatively cool, and the temperature is especially comfortable in the early morning when you visit the morning market. Even among the crowds of tourists, the experience of strolling through the market while feeling the sea breeze is a welcome relief from the hot season for many. The market has outdoor table seats and shaded areas where you can enjoy the seafood you just purchased on the spot. We also recommend tasting summery ingredients such as cold raw oysters and salmon sashimi. Some shops also offer cold craft beer and locally produced sake, so you can spend a luxurious time enjoying seafood with alcohol. In addition, Hakodate Morning Market is also attractive for its easy access to surrounding tourist attractions. After enjoying a meal at the market, you can plan a trip to see the night view on the Hakodate Mountain Ropeway or relax at a nearby hot spring facility. A trip to Hakodate in summer will be a luxurious experience where you can fully enjoy both the coolness and the food.
The appeal of a special experience: "Live squid fishing" at the Hakodate Morning Market
The highlight of the Hakodate Morning Market is "fishing for live squid," a special experience that you can't find anywhere else. The experience of catching live squid on the spot is a popular activity that can be enjoyed by both adults and children. The squid you catch will be filleted and made into sashimi on the spot, so you can enjoy the ultimate freshness. The fishing method is simple; just put a special fishing rod into the fish tank. The feeling of the moment the squid is caught and the sense of accomplishment of catching it yourself are exceptional. In the summer morning market, the squids swimming in the fish tanks move around energetically, and their vitality energizes the entire market. The taste of live squid sashimi is also exceptional. The squid sashimi, which is characterized by its transparent and crunchy texture, spreads a subtle sweetness with each bite, and it is delicious when eaten with a small amount of soy sauce or ginger soy sauce. Watching the local craftsmen carefully fillet the squid up close makes the dining experience even more special. For foreign tourists, this experience is an opportunity to learn more about Japan's seafood culture, and it will be an unforgettable memory of their trip to Japan. Hakodate Morning Market's "live squid fishing" is loved by many tourists as a spot that offers not only eating but also the pleasure of seeing and feeling the squid.
[Cool down activities]Other recommended spots
Experience the beautiful scenery on a Blue Cave cruise
Hokkaido Shakotan Town
Take a bus from JR Yoichi Station bound for Shakotan and get off at the bus stop near the Blue Cave.
Shiretoko Kayaking Experience: Enjoy a sense of unity with nature
Hokkaido Shari Town
Approximately 2 hours by car from Memanbetsu Airport
Hakodate Morning Market: Chilled seafood and a refreshing summer experience
Hokkaido Hakodate City
1 minute walk from JR Hakodate Station
Lake Shikotsu canoeing experience Refresh yourself on the lake
Hokkaido Chitose City
From JR Chitose Station, take the Chuo Bus bound for Shikotsuko Onsen for about 30 minutes.
Otaru Aquarium: Marine life and a cool aquarium experience
Hokkaido Otaru City
It is about a 25-minute bus ride from JR Otaru Station, and it is convenient to get off at the last bus stop on the Shukutsu Line, "Otaru Aquarium."
Lake Shikaribetsu sightseeing boat - Enjoy the cool breeze on the lake
Hokkaido Shikaoi Town
Take the Takushoku bus bound for Shikaribetsu Lakeside from JR Nemuro Main Line's Shintoku Station, and get off at the last stop after about 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Furano Rafting Summer River Rafting Experience
Hokkaido Furano City
The nearest station is JR Furano Station.
Lake Mashu Observatory Enjoy the coolness in the mist
Hokkaido Teshikaga Town
Approximately 25 minutes by Akan Bus from JR Mashu Station, get off at the "Mashu Lake No. 1 Observatory" bus stop
Abashiri Drift Ice Museum Experience the world of ice in summer
Hokkaido Abashiri City
From JR Abashiri Station, take the Abashiri Bus bound for Tentozan for about 15 minutes, get off at the "Okhotsk Ryuhyo Museum" stop and it's a short walk away.