Hakodate City Tropical Botanical Garden

A variety of rare tropical plants! All-day fun for the whole family at the monkey hill and water park

The tropical botanical garden in Yunokawa Hot Springs is home to 3,000 plants of about 300 species. The garden has a monkey hill, foot baths, a toddler playground, battery-powered cars, and a water plaza always crowded with children, making it a popular spot for families. Flower arrangement and cultivation workshops are also held on an irregular basis, so be sure to check the official website before you go. From December to the beginning of May, you can also see the monkeys soaking in the special hot spring.