Monument to Toshizo Hijikata's Last Stand
This monument, Ippongi Kanmon (a barrier) Remain, is where Hijikata Toshizo, vice-commander of the Shinsengumi, is claimed to have met his end during the end stage Battle of Hakodate. Fans come from all over the country to visit, and an annual festival is held on the first day of the Hakodate Goryokaku Sai where people parade in period costumes.
Spot details
- Address
- Hokkaido Hakodate-shi Wakamatsucho 33 Map
- Area
- Hakodate Area
- Phone
- 0138235440
- Hours
- Free visit
- Closed
- open everyday
- Fees
- Free
- Parking Lot
- Available (General Welfare Center Parking Lot)
- Credit Card
- Not available
- Note
- *Tel will connect you to the Hakodate City Tourist Information Center.
Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN