Hakodate Orthodox Church

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Hakodate Orthodox Church

The beautiful bell sounds of the Japanese Orthodox Church resonate deeply in the heart.

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Nestled in a residential area, the Hakodate Orthodox Church, following the Russian Orthodox tradition, stands out with its exquisite appearance.

This Japanese Orthodox Church features Russian crosses on its roof and upper parts of the building, characterized by three horizontal bars – two straight and one diagonal. Beneath these crosses are domes or 'cupolas,' a distinctive decoration seen in Orthodox Church buildings. The church's architecture, including arched windows and hemispherical roofs, is filled with the charm of Eastern Orthodox construction. Certain areas are available for photography, allowing visitors to capture its stunning beauty. For a donation, you can also tour the inside of the church.

The church's bell is also famous and has been selected as one of the "100 Best Soundscapes of Japan." It produces a unique melodic tone, typically rung at the beginning and end of prayers. Since 2020, the church has undergone extensive preservation and renovation works, allowing visitors to see the newly refurbished sanctuary.

Highlights

  • The Hakodate Orthodox Church stands out for its beauty in a residential area.
  • Features characteristic decorations of Orthodox buildings, showcasing the charm of Eastern Orthodox architecture.
  • Certain areas are available for photography, so be sure to check before taking pictures.
  • Enjoy the beautiful bell sounds, selected as one of the "100 Best Soundscapes of Japan."
  • Recently underwent extensive preservation and renovation, revealing a renewed sanctuary.

Photos

  • Experience the full charm of Eastern Orthodox architecture at the Hakodate Orthodox Church.

    Experience the full charm of Eastern Orthodox architecture at the Hakodate Orthodox Church.

  • The church stands impressively with a rich atmosphere.

    The church stands impressively with a rich atmosphere.

  • The roof's 'cupola' and the bell.

    The roof's 'cupola' and the bell.

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

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Are there brochures or information signs in foreign languages? (Please specify languages if available)

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Information boards have QR codes linking to English information pages.

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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?

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No free Wi-Fi available.

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Is parking available?

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Not available.

Reviews

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  • 淇淇

    幾年前的冬天造訪過,教堂被雪覆蓋特別莊嚴神聖。

  • 秦晴

    函館西方建築風格的代表。現已列為重點文化遺產哦

Details

Name in Japanese
函館ハリストス正教会
Postal Code
040-0054
Address
3-13 Motomachi, Hakodate City, Hokkaido
Telephone
0138-23-7387
Closed
Open every day
Business Hours
Monday to Friday 10:00am - 5:00pm,
Saturdays 10:00am - 4:00pm,
Sundays 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Admission
Adults 200 yen, Junior high students 100 yen, Elementary school students and younger free
Access
From Hakodate Tram’s Jujigai Station, walk 10 min.
Credit Cards
Not accepted
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)