Hakodate Cemetery

Hakodate’s cemetery is located on a steep hillside with a wonderful view of the sea.

The burial ground we explored was right beside Koryuji Temple, so it featured Buddhist monuments and symbols. I definitely saw depictions of lotus blossoms, but I’m not sure what some of the others were and will have to do some research.

Flowers were plentiful, but other grave goods included open cans of beer.Read more