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Kanamori Red Brick Warehouse is a popular spot in the bay area. The exotic atmosphere of the red brick warehouses facing the harbor is one of Hakodate's most representative landscapes.

Opened in 1887 as the first commercial warehouse in Hakodate, the red brick warehouse was once destroyed by a large fire, but was rebuilt to its present form. Later, it was rebuilt into a shopping and dining complex, while keeping the exterior of the warehouse intact. The retro buildings with a sense of history are divided into four major facilities: “BAY Hakodate,” “Kanamori Yokomonokan,” “Hakodate History Plaza,” and “Kanamori Hall,” where about 50 stores are located. The shops offer a wide variety of Hakodate-specific goods and limited editions, such as sweets, glass, and music boxes, making it a great spot to pick out souvenirs.

At night, the buildings are lit up and look different from the daytime. A leisurely stroll through the area while taking in the romantic scenery is also recommended.

●BAY Hakodate

BAY Hakodate is a facility with fashionable sundries, fashion stores, restaurants, etc., and is also popular for its original music box making workshops. The beautifully illuminated scenery after dark is also a highlight of the tour. The Kanamori Bay Cruise, a 15-minute cruise around the Port of Hakodate, departs from the side of the building, so you can enjoy a nice cruise along with your shopping.

●Kanamori Yomotsukan

The Kanamori Western-style store has 24 unique stores, including sundries, accessories, crafts, food, character stores, and specialty stores. The “Brick Lab,” where visitors can play with block toys to their heart's content, is free to enter and is very popular with children, couples, and adults. The Santa Post Office next door accepts Santa mail to be delivered around Christmas each year, so be sure to drop it in the special mailbox!

●Hakodate History Plaza

In the retro atmosphere of the restaurant, you can enjoy fresh draft beer directly from the Sapporo Brewery and original local beer that can only be found at Hakodate Beer Hall! Along with the beer, you can also enjoy a locally produced and consumed menu featuring ingredients from the southern part of Hokkaido.