⛪ Church / Cathedral
Hakodate Orthodox Church
A white Russian Orthodox church whose bells gave Motomachi the nickname Gangan-dera.
Typical duration
30 min
Price
¥200 entry (≈ €1.2 / $1.3)
From port
1.6 km / 1 mi
Transfer time
18 min
Indoor / Outdoor
mixed
Queue risk
low
👨👩👧 Family friendly⚡ Good for short stops
🕐 Best time to visit
Daytime; the exterior is the highlight
This white, green-domed Russian Orthodox church is Motomachi's signature landmark, its chiming bells earning it the local nickname 'Gangan-dera'. The exterior and garden are the draw; a small donation lets you step inside the quiet nave.
Getting there from the port
In Motomachi, a short uphill walk from the Jujigai tram stop
🚌 Best transport: tram💶 Cost: ¥230 tram