Hakodate: Morning Market Tour with Seafood Tasting Options

In Hakodate

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£91 pp
1h 30 mins · 5.0 (1)
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Hakodate: Morning Market Tour with Seafood Tasting Options
Discover the vibrant flavors and traditions of northern Japan at the renowned Hakodate Morning Market, a culinary hub of Hokkaido. For over fifty years, this bustling market has showcased the region's freshest seafood and agricultural produce. Engage with local vendors as you sample signature dishes, including squid sashimi and kaisendon, all while your knowledgeable guide shares insights into Hakodate's rich food culture. Choose between an energetic early morning visit or a more relaxed daytime experience, soaking in the sights and tastes of this historical market. - Explore Hakodate Morning Market’s lively stalls and fresh seafood - Enjoy included food expenses to sample a variety of local dishes - Guided by a local expert who shares cultural insights and recommendations - Choose between an early morning or leisurely daytime tour option
Free cancellation Private tour

What's included

  • Recommendations and assistance from a knowledgeable local guide
  • Food and drink expenses up to JPY 3,000
  • Guided tour of Hakodate Morning Market

What's not included

  • Additional food and drinks beyond the set amount

Itinerary

  1. Hakodate Morning Market is the city’s most famous food market and a symbol of its port-town heritage. Just steps from Hakodate Station, the market is filled with stalls offering fresh squid, crab, scallops, and seasonal produce from Hokkaido’s rich land and seas. Visitors can enjoy browsing local specialties, sampling snacks, or sitting down to savor a kaisendon—seafood bowls piled high with delicacies straight from the morning’s catch. More than a shopping spot, the market reflects Hakodate’s culture and the everyday life of its people. (1h 30min) Admission included

Meeting & end point

Meeting point
The meeting point is in front of Lawson Hakodate Morning Market store. Your guide will be waiting with a yellow sign. Please refer to the map for details.
End point
The tour will end at any point within the Hakodate Morning Market. The market is conveniently located near Hakodate Station and the city center, providing excellent access to other parts of Hakodate.

Practical information

Operated by
DeepExperience
Travellers per booking
1–6
Languages
en
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Important notes

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

This tour lasts approximately 1 hour 30 minutes. Allow a little extra time at either end if you need to transfer between the ship and the excursion meeting point.

The excursion price typically covers transport, a qualified guide, and the activities listed in the description above. Meals, gratuities, personal shopping, and any entrance fees not mentioned in the description are usually paid separately on the day.

Age and fitness guidance for this excursion is not specified in the data we hold. The tour description above is the best guide — if you have any specific concerns, contact your cruise line's excursion desk before departing the ship.