Having helped to bring 30,000 people+ to Motomachi Park on Hakodate Yama, Ian and Brian (and a Miharu balloon mermaid mascot) took a big kayak and their snorkelling gear to a place where fewer people go: all the way around the other side of the mountain.

We think you’ll agree the scenery is pretty spectacular. There are caves, coves, and rock arches galore. Wouldn’t it be great if Hakodate City organised kayak excursions here for tourists?

Hakodate showed off its amazing natural resources with some fantastic weather this year. Why not plan to come in 2017 to enjoy our tenth anniversary in style?