Retro cafes in the Hakodate area! 10 popular spots you’ll want to visit at least once

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Coffee Room Kikuchi is a retro cafe that has long been loved in Hakodate Yunokawa.

The interior has an old fashioned feel, with red sofas and mirrors on the ceiling. The service is pleasant, and the cafe is known as a comfortable place to spend time.

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The "Breakfast service" is a set that comes with a fried egg, salad, and toast. It also includes coffee, making it a perfect menu for breakfast.

The toast is thick cut and said to be excellent. Soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce are provided for the fried egg.

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This shop is popular for its soft serve, which is also available for Takeout.

Among them, the "Moka Soft" is one of the most popular menu items in Hakodate. Its slightly icy texture stands out, and it is said to have a rich coffee aroma.

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Victorian Rose is a retro cafe inside the Kyu Igirisu Ryojikan (Former British Consulate) in Hakodate.

You can enjoy an elegant tea time while soaking in an out-of-the-ordinary atmosphere. The time spent looking out over the beautiful garden feels like stepping back in time.

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Reviews say the "Gateau Fromage" has a rich yet elegant taste that brings a little happiness with every bite.

It is apparently served with French salt. The mix of sweetness and saltiness is said to taste just right.

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The "Cream Tea Set" comes with two homemade scones. You can choose your favorite tea from five kinds of Special tea leaves.

The thick scones are said to be delicious with a crisp texture. They are served with clotted cream and jam.

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Sabo Kikuzumi is a retro cafe set in a building that was once a sake wholesaler's villa. It is located in Motomachi, one of Hakodate's sightseeing areas in the western district.

Its charming exterior leaves a strong impression, and reviews say the interior also has plenty of character.

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The "odango set (sweet rice dumpling set)," which you can grill and eat yourself, is popular. People say it is fun to slowly grill them over a shichirin (small charcoal grill) until they get a nice char.

It comes with anko (sweet red bean paste), mitarashi (sweet soy glaze), and kinako kuromitsu (roasted soybean flour and black sugar syrup) for dipping. They say the gentle sweetness is excellent.

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The blue color of Blue Hawaii makes the "Umi-iro no Cream Soda (ocean-colored cream soda)" look beautiful. The ice cream on top is said to be made without eggs. It is rich, with a clean finish.

The classic "Mukashi-nagara no Cream Soda (old-fashioned cream soda)" made with melon soda is also popular.

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Sabou Kyuchayatei is a retro cafe with a Japanese feel near the “Akarenga Soko (Red Brick Warehouses)” in Suehirocho, Hakodate.

The interior has a Western-style design, creating a distinctive space. Many lovely teacups are displayed, and you can choose the one you want to use from among them.

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This shop has a wide selection of Homemade sweets on the menu.

The Homemade "baked pudding" is popular for being mildly sweet and easy to enjoy. It has a slightly bitter caramel flavor, giving it a more grown-up taste.

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The "fruit anmitsu" comes in a generous portion. The bowl is filled with an abundant assortment of colorful fruits such as kiwi, banana, and melon.

It also comes topped with gyuhi (soft rice cake) and shiratama (glutinous rice dumplings), and it is said to be delicious with kuromitsu (brown sugar syrup) poured over it.

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Akai Fusha Restaurant, located on a backstreet behind Marui Imai in Hakodate, is a retro cafe known for the red windmill on its exterior.

It has long been loved by locals, and one of its appealing points is that it is also open at night.

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The “hotate (scallop) gratin” is said to be excellent, packed with the rich flavor of scallops.

The homemade béchamel sauce gives it a classic, comforting taste. They also offer varieties like “shrimp gratin” and “Hamburger Steak gratin.”

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The "Omurice" is said to have a classic old-school taste.

Inside the thin omelet is a generous amount of chicken rice. It is said to be seasoned well and taste great. Another nice point is that you can enjoy it piping hot.

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In Hakodate Motomachi, Green Gables is a retro cafe known for its Homemade menu items such as bread and desserts.

Set in an old Western-style house, the interior is said to have a fairy-tale-like atmosphere. There is also terrace seating, and it offers an open feel with sweeping views of the seaside and the streetcars.

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The “ichigo (strawberry) chiffon cake set” is perfect to enjoy with a drink.

The softly sweet and airy chiffon is said to go perfectly with vanilla ice cream, fruit, and strawberry sauce. Reviews say the set comes with enough black tea for about 2 cups, making it very satisfying.

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The homemade “apple pie” is said to be irresistible, with its crisp texture and gentle flavor.

They also have “yonashi no pie (pear pie),” and some say comparing the two makes the differences clear and the experience even more enjoyable. People also like that it is simple and not too sweet.

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Hishii is a retro cafe located on a quiet street, about a 2-minute walk from Horaicho Station. The restaurant has a charming feel, set inside a historic dozo (traditional earthen storehouse).

Antique chairs, tables, and furnishings stand out, and the calm interior creates a relaxing space.

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This shop serves the Shiroi Roll Cake from Gâteau Roulé, a roll cake specialty shop in Hakodate.

With the "Roll Cake Set," you can enjoy it with coffee or tea. The sponge is said to be light and fluffy and very good.

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The Japanese style “omatcha set (matcha set).” It comes with warm matcha and sweets.

The sweets are topped with soft shiratama (glutinous rice dumplings), chunky red bean paste, kuromitsu (brown sugar syrup), and kinako (roasted soybean flour). Some reviews say the rich flavor of the kinako is irresistible.

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Located in Hakodate's bay area, "Mosutory" is a retro cafe in a renovated standalone house with a lot of history.

The old furniture and decor create a calm atmosphere inside. People say it is a well loved place with attention to detail throughout.

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The "Hamburger Steak" is perfect when you want a solid meal. This menu comes with salad and rice.

It is said to be soft and juicy inside, and very tasty. When you cut into it with a knife, the meat juices reportedly spill right out.

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According to reviews, the parfaits at this shop are well known for being generous and satisfying. There is also a wide variety, so choosing one looks like part of the fun.

The Raspberry Yogurt Parfait, which comes with plenty of fresh cream and ice cream, is said to shine with its sweet-tart flavor.

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Yamayoshi Coffee is a retro cafe tucked away along one of the sloping streets in Hakodate Motomachi (Motomachi, Hakodate).

The deep interior has both counter and table seating. With its warm atmosphere, it is said to be a place where time passes at a relaxed pace.

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The retro look of this "tobikiri oishii purin (extra-delicious pudding)" is charming. Its firm texture is one of its highlights.

The rich taste of egg and the lightly bitter caramel sauce are said to go perfectly together. Some say even people who do not like sweeter desserts could easily finish it.

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This restaurant also offers pasta dishes.

One of the menu items, "Bolognese," is said to use thick noodles that hold the sauce well. Reviews say the sauce is simmered thoroughly and has a deep flavor.

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Hazan is a retro cafe that has been loved by locals for many years.

Some seats come with tabletop arcade games, giving the place the charm of an old school kissaten (Japanese coffee shop). With calm lighting, it has a relaxed atmosphere that makes it easy to take your time.

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The contents of the daily changing "A Lunch" vary by day. One menu option is baked curry with cheese and egg, plus a seafood fry assortment.

The baked curry gets good reviews for its nicely balanced spices, and people say the seafood fry assortment is tasty with a crisp texture.

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The "Spaghetti Pescatore" is said to have a rich and tasty tomato sauce.

It is packed with seafood such as mussels, scallops, and shrimp. The pasta menu also includes items like "Bolognese" and "Napoletana."