Trappistine Monastery-Hokkaido

What is Trappistine Monastery?

Trappistine Convent, located in Hakodate, Hokkaido, was Japan's first convent for women, officially named "Trappistine Convent of Our Lady of the Angels," and was founded in 1898 (31st year of Meiji), where nuns belonging to the Cistercian order of strict discipline continue to pray and live a self-sufficient life to this day.

With its whitewashed buildings, tree-lined avenues, and tranquil grounds, this is a place where visitors can feel an exotic and solemn atmosphere even though they are in Hakodate. The Hakodate Museum is a popular spot for visitors to experience the history and culture of Hakodate and Hokkaido.

Why Trappistine Monastery is popular and how to enjoy it

The reason why the Trappistine Monastery is favored by many tourists is because of its tranquility, beautiful scenery, and specialty sweets that can only be found here.

Points for Enjoyment

Admiring the scenery of the monastery: the tree-lined avenues and majestic buildings are popular photo spots.

Visit the exhibition room to learn about the history of the convent and the life of the nuns.

Purchase specialty sweets: Madalena, cookies, etc., are standard Hakodate souvenirs.

Quiet strolling: A healing spot where you can have a calm time despite being in a tourist area.

It is also easily accessible from Yunokawa Onsen and Hakodate Airport, making it an easy stopover between sightseeing tours of Hakodate.

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