Hakodate Miraikan (Museum of Future)

Step inside Hakodate Miraikan and the city reimagines itself around you. A sweeping 14.5-metre Media Wall floods the entrance with vivid footage of Hakodate's streetscapes and festivals, while a 360 Studio, digital aquarium, and interactive mirrors invite you deeper into a world where technology feels genuinely tactile. Resident aibo robot dogs add a touch of the unexpected, and the shared space with Hakodate Kids Plaza means the energy here is lively and inclusive: as much for curious adults as for younger visitors.

When to go

The museum opens at 10:00 AM every day of the week and stays open until 8:00 PM, making it an ideal late-afternoon or early-evening destination. The later hours suit those wanting a quieter, more contemplative experience with the exhibits after the daytime rush has eased.

“Simple but entertaining for kids. Not too big, but good to kill 1-1.5 hours here. My kid also enjoyed making robot here. Perfect for a educational gateaway while it was raining outside.”— Nottinghill, Google review