25 Pilgrimage Spots from The Million-dollar Pentagram

Century Marina Hakodate

Century Marina Hakodate is a resort hotel built in a prime location overlooking Hakodate Port. With its modern glass exterior and sweeping views of Hakodate Bay, it is known as one of the city’s leading luxury hotels. Another major draw is its convenient location, just a few minutes on foot from JR Hakodate Station.

In the film, it appears as the hotel where Conan and the others stay during their time in Hakodate. The scenery around the hotel’s wharf area is shown repeatedly throughout the movie, and the building can also be seen in the background of the nighttime scene viewed from the direction of “Ika Hiroba,” where the museum ship Mashu Maru is moored. The illuminated Mashu Maru and the nightscape of Hakodate Port are especially memorable, beautifully conveying Hakodate’s identity as a port town.

When making a pilgrimage, you can stroll through the wharf area in front of the hotel and enjoy the same perspective as the night scenes depicted in the movie. If you stay there, another major attraction is being able to enjoy the same scenery from an ocean-view guest room overlooking Hakodate Bay. It became especially popular as a base hotel for pilgrimage trips, and after the film’s release, reservations were often hard to secure.

Tomoe Ohashi Bridge

Tomoe Ohashi Bridge is a road bridge about 430 meters long located in Wakamatsucho, Hakodate, forming part of a main route that connects reclaimed areas of Hakodate Port. Its gently curving form and panoramic views over the harbor and cityscape make it one of the representative scenic spots of Hakodate’s port-town landscape.

In the film, Tomoe Ohashi appears in the background outside a moving car when Kadokura begins pursuing Takuzo. The shapes of the hotels lined up along the wharf—such as JR Inn Hakodate, Toyoko Inn, and Tokyu Stay Hakodate—are depicted just as they are in real life, surprising many fans who visited the location. Looking out from a car while crossing the bridge gives you the sensation of replaying the chase scene in your mind.

The foot of the bridge is also close to the harbor warehouse district, making it easy to visit together with other pilgrimage spots such as Maruwa Warehouse and Nishi Wharf. The distinctive view, where Hakodate Port’s industrial scenery and the natural beauty of Mount Hakodate come into sight at the same time, is striking enough to make even non-fans stop and take it in.

Premier Hotel CABIN PRESIDENT Hakodate

Premier Hotel CABIN PRESIDENT Hakodate is a city hotel conveniently located just steps from JR Hakodate Station. Its excellent accessibility and views over Hakodate Port and the city make it a popular choice for travelers using Hakodate as a sightseeing base.

In the film, it appears as the hotel where Ran, Kazuha, and Kogoro stay. The scene in which Heiji and Ran talk on a bench near a clock tower was filmed in the first-floor space of the building that houses this hotel, creating a memorable shot together with the clock tower affectionately known as Hakodate’s “Big Ben.” It also became a topic of conversation because the railway depot of JR Hokkaido Hakodate Transportation Depot can be seen from the upper floors, and many visiting fans said it was exciting to imagine its connection to the depot scenes in the film.

Even if you do not stay there, simply walking around the first-floor lobby and the area around the building allows you to fully experience the atmosphere of the movie. Since it is so close to Hakodate Station, it is one of the first pilgrimage spots worth visiting after arriving in Hakodate by bullet train or limited express.

Lucky Pierrot Marina Suehiro Branch

Lucky Pierrot is a local hamburger chain with locations only in Hakodate, and it is famous nationwide as an essential gourmet stop for visitors to the city. The Marina Suehiro branch is located in Suehirocho, very close to the Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse area, and is known for its unique interior filled with pop-style objects and playful décor.

In the film, it appears in the meal scene after Conan and Heiji speak with Miko, the shrine maiden at Hokkaido Toshogu Shrine. The movie shows the three of them seated at the table to the right of the entrance, talking together. After the film’s release, the restaurant even decorated the corresponding table with Conan posters and flyers, actively welcoming visiting fans.

Its signature item, the Chinese Chicken Burger, is a hearty specialty featuring juicy garlic-seasoned chicken, and it is hugely popular with both locals and tourists. If you eat it while recalling the scene from the film, it is bound to taste even better than usual. It has become one of the central pilgrimage food spots in Hakodate.

Maruwa Warehouse (Hakodate)

Maruwa Warehouse is a historic warehouse building standing along the waterfront in Bentencho, Hakodate. It is one of the warehouses scattered throughout the Hakodate Nishi Wharf area, and its distinctive landscape of wooden structures and corrugated metal walls preserves the atmosphere of Hakodate’s modern port history.

In the film, it appears as the setting of a shocking early scene. It is depicted as the place where a body bearing a cross-shaped wound on the chest is discovered, and the dim atmosphere of the warehouse district creates a tension worthy of the opening of the case. Comparing the real exterior with its appearance in the movie shows how faithfully even the color and fine details of the building were reproduced.

Although entry into the warehouse property is not normally allowed, you can photograph the filming location from the nearby Chuo Futo overpass. The western wharf area of Hakodate Port offers a glimpse of a different, more hidden side of Hakodate than tourist areas like the Kanemori Red Brick Warehouses, making it an intriguing place where the film’s atmosphere and the city’s history intersect.

Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward

The Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward is a historic building in Motomachi completed in 1910 and designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan. Its striking colonial-style exterior, painted in bright blue and yellow, is widely known as one of the major sightseeing landmarks of the Motomachi area, and the second-floor balcony offers a sweeping view of Hakodate Port.

In the film, it appears several times in important scenes as the venue for the kendo tournament. On the first-floor corridor, there is a scene where Kazuha meets Hijiri Fukushiro, while the second floor serves as the tournament venue where Hijiri performs a special demonstration. It also appears in a memorable car-chase scene in which the grounds of the hall are used as a shortcut, making it one of the key pilgrimage sites repeatedly shown throughout the movie.

The building is currently open to visitors as a museum facility, with an admission fee of 300 yen for adults, and its interior and furnishings still preserve the elegance of Hakodate’s Meiji-era prosperity. At the attached Hakodate Haikara Costume Hall, you can rent retro dresses and hakama and take commemorative photos on the second-floor balcony with the same background seen in the film. Since other movie locations, such as the Hakodate Orthodox Church and the Motomachi Catholic Church, are also concentrated in this area, it is highly recommended to explore the neighborhood together.

Former Hakodate Quarantine Station Tamachi Isolation Facility

The Former Hakodate Quarantine Station Tamachi Isolation Facility is a historic building located in Funamicho, Hakodate. It was one of the facilities of a quarantine station built in the Meiji era and has been preserved as a valuable structure that conveys Hakodate’s international history as a port town. Standing on a hill near Hakodate Port, it is a historic site that tells the story of Japan’s contact with the outside world in modern times.

In the film, it appears in a scene that overlaps with the movie’s theme, which is deeply connected to Hakodate’s history from the late Edo period into the Meiji era. Its heavy stone exterior and quiet surroundings of greenery are incorporated into the visuals as a backdrop that heightens the nostalgic historical mood of the film. Visiting it while checking exactly which scene it appears in makes the pilgrimage even more enjoyable.

The Funamicho area lies at the foot of Mount Hakodate, and since it is also close to the Foreign Cemetery and the Japanese Cemetery, you can walk around the nearby filming locations while immersing yourself in Hakodate’s rich and cosmopolitan history. Though it is not widely known as a tourist destination, it is a hidden pilgrimage site that fans will not want to miss.

Goryokaku Tower

Goryokaku Tower is an observation tower standing 107 meters tall in Goryokakucho, Hakodate, and is one of the city’s best-known tourist attractions. The original tower was built in 1964, and the current new tower opened in 2006. From the observation deck, visitors can look straight down on the star-shaped fortress of Goryokaku, while also enjoying a spectacular panorama of Mount Hakodate, the Tsugaru Strait, and the city below.

In the film, it appears in the scene where Ran, Kazuha, Kogoro, Momiji, and Iori visit the tower. On the first floor of the observation deck, Ran and the others exclaim, “This is amazing!” and the transparent floor that leaves “Uncle Kogoro weak in the knees” became a big topic among fans. On the second floor, there is a scene in which Momiji and Iori take a commemorative photo in front of the bronze statue of Hijikata Toshizo, while in the first-floor atrium Momiji is shown eating gelato. Ordering the same gelato has become a classic part of the pilgrimage.

Inside the tower, there is also an exhibition area called the Goryokaku History Corridor, where you can learn about the history of Goryokaku and the late Edo period while comparing it with the film’s story. Admission is 1,000 yen for adults, 750 yen for junior and senior high school students, and 550 yen for elementary school students. After the film’s release, collaboration decorations such as Kaito Kid’s calling card displayed in the first-floor atrium also attracted a great deal of attention.

Goryokaku Ruins and Goryokaku Park

Goryokaku Park is a large park in Goryokakucho, Hakodate, centered around the star-shaped fortress Goryokaku, which is designated as a Special Historic Site of Japan. It is famous as the site of the Battle of Hakodate at the end of the Edo period, where the former shogunate forces led by Enomoto Takeaki and Hijikata Toshizo made their final stand. In spring, around 1,530 cherry trees bloom here, and the sight of petals floating across the moat in a “flower raft” is considered especially beautiful.

In the film, it is portrayed as an important place connected to the clues surrounding the treasure at the heart of the story. Aerial scenes of Goryokaku lit up with night cherry blossoms, as well as scenes of Conan and Heiji heading there to solve the mystery, make it one of the movie’s most symbolic locations. The meaning of the star-shaped fortress itself becomes a key element in the story, so visiting after watching the film deepens your understanding of the work.

The reconstructed Hakodate Magistrate’s Office inside the park also appears in the movie as an important location and serves as the setting for a striking mystery-solving scene involving Conan. It was originally an office established by the Tokugawa shogunate and was reconstructed in 2010. Since the grounds close at 7 p.m., visitors can also appreciate why the film’s mystery-solving scene was set around the late afternoon. Visiting it together with Goryokaku Tower is an efficient way to cover the area’s key pilgrimage spots.

Hokkaido Toshogu Shrine

Hokkaido Toshogu Shrine is a shrine located in Jingawacho, Hakodate. It was originally founded in Ezo in 1864 as a guardian shrine protecting the northeastern demon gate, but its buildings were burned down during the Battle of Hakodate in 1869. It later moved to its current site in 1992 and was renamed Hokkaido Toshogu Shrine. Its vermilion pillars are especially striking, and the Tokugawa family crest of the triple hollyhock shines in gold at the center of the roof.

In the film, it appears in a key scene where Conan, Heiji, and Kaito Kid obtain important information. The appearance of the precincts, torii gate, and building layout are depicted just as they are in real life, and visitors are often surprised by how accurately it has been recreated. The grounds also contain a water basin marked by bullet scars from the Battle of Hakodate and guardian lion-dogs that were damaged in the Great Hakodate Fire of 1934, making it a place deeply tied to the late Edo-period history that forms part of the film’s theme.

It can be reached by taking a bus from Hakodate Station to the Kami-Jingawa bus stop, about a 40-minute ride. During the film’s screening period, Conan-wrapped buses were also in operation mainly on weekends. The special “Goryosei” goshuin stamp sold at the shrine has become popular as a commemorative item for pilgrims.

Sakuragaoka Street (Hakodate)

Sakuragaoka Street in Hakodate is a cherry-tree-lined road running along the boundary between Kashiwagicho and Shoincho, near the Goryokaku area. About 100 cherry trees line the roughly 800-meter street, making it one of Hakodate’s leading cherry blossom viewing spots. Planted in the early Showa period, the avenue has long been cherished by local residents, and when the blossoms are in full bloom they form an arch of flowers over the road.

In the film, it appears in the scene where Conan and Heiji flee with a sword in hand. Since it is also a residential neighborhood street, visitors should enjoy the scenery quietly on foot and be mindful of the surrounding community while making their pilgrimage.

Sapporo Clock Tower

The Sapporo Clock Tower is a historic building originally constructed in 1878 as the drill hall of Sapporo Agricultural College, the predecessor of Hokkaido University. Officially called the Former Sapporo Agricultural College Drill Hall, it is beloved as a symbol of Sapporo, with its white walls, red roof, and clock tower that marks the passing of time, and it is also designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan.

In the film, it appears as the place Momiji and Iori visit while searching for Heiji. Within a story centered on Hakodate, it is a memorable location that broadens the sense of travel across Hokkaido as a whole. It is also a classic must-see destination for sightseeing in Sapporo.

Hakodate Municipal Hospital

Hakodate Municipal Hospital is a major hospital in southern Hokkaido whose origins go back to 1860, making it the oldest hospital in Hokkaido. While carrying on this long history, it has since been relocated and redeveloped at its current site and continues to play an important role in supporting regional healthcare.

In the film, it appears in the tense scene where Aoko visits the injured Inspector Nakamori in the hospital, and a phone call regarding a deal addressed to the police comes in from Kadokura. As a place representing everyday Hakodate rather than a tourist landmark, it adds a sense of realism to the world of the film.

Soma Co., Ltd. (Hakodate)

Soma Co., Ltd. in Hakodate is a historic building near the base of Motomizaka slope, notable for its moss-green exterior. It is still used as the company’s office today and is well known as an eye-catching presence when walking from the bay area toward Motomachi. Only the exterior can be viewed, and it is conveniently located about a two-minute walk from the Suehirocho tram stop.

In the film, it appears in the scene where Ooe becomes irritated at not hearing from his subordinates, followed by an important moment in which Inspector Nakamori shows up and takes Ooe into custody.

Hakodate Nishi Hatoba

Hakodate Nishi Hatoba is a commercial facility facing the harbor near the Kanemori Red Brick Warehouses in the bay area. Inside are souvenir shops selling seafood products and sweets, and because it is also close to the Motomachi church district and Hachimanzaka slope, it is a popular place to stop by while sightseeing in Hakodate.

In the film, it appears in the scene where Inspector Nishimura arrives just as Hijiri is treating Conan and Heiji’s injuries, and then arrests Hijiri. It is a memorable location where the openness of Hakodate as a port town and the tension of the case intersect. It is also a convenient place to combine shopping with a pilgrimage visit.

Mount Hakodate Observatory and the Ropeway Base Station

The Mount Hakodate Observatory is a scenic viewpoint located at the summit of Mount Hakodate, which rises 334 meters above sea level. The mountain’s distinctive hourglass-like shape is nestled between the Tsugaru Strait and Hakodate Bay, and at night the lights below spread out in what is famously known as the “million-dollar night view.” The title of the film itself is derived from this nightscape, making it the most symbolic pilgrimage site in the entire work.

From the opening of the trailer onward, the night view from Mount Hakodate is used impressively, and throughout the film it appears again and again as the symbol of Hakodate. It is especially important in the climactic scene involving Heiji and Kazuha near the end of the movie. Many pilgrims have said that while looking out over the night view, they imagined the feelings of Kazuha and Heiji waiting there together.

From the ropeway base station, it takes about three minutes to reach the summit observatory by ropeway, with a round-trip fare of 1,800 yen for adults. There is also a restaurant and tea lounge at the top, making it a popular destination not only for the night view but also for the daytime scenery. During the film’s screening period, the theme song “Soshi Soai” and Conan voice lines were played inside the ropeway cars, creating an experience that made riders feel as though they were stepping directly into the world of the movie.

Hachimanzaka Slope

Hachimanzaka is one of Hakodate’s most famous slopes, stretching from Suehirocho up toward Motomachi. Its beautiful stone pavement and the outstanding view of Hakodate Port and the museum ship Mashu Maru straight ahead make it one of the city’s most photogenic spots. It is also widely known as a filming location for many movies and TV dramas.

In the film, it appears in a memorable action scene where Conan performs a stunning acrobatic move and is caught by a motorcycle. The dynamic sequence of racing down the entire slope is one of the movie’s highlights, and standing at the top in real life lets you experience both the scale of the scene and the exact scenery from the film. The area also appears in a scene where Heiji is walking after his motorcycle gets a flat tire, and there is another scene where Conan runs toward Hachimanzaka after parting ways with Hijiri.

When you visit, you will notice just how steep the slope really is. A smooth route is to descend from the side of the Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward, and it is best explored together with the rest of the Motomachi area. From the top of the slope, Mashu Maru can be seen directly ahead, and it remains one of Hakodate’s classic sightseeing spots with spectacular views both by day and by night.

Hakodate Morning Market

Hakodate Morning Market is a market district spread out right next to JR Hakodate Station and is one of Hakodate’s signature sightseeing spots, filled with fresh seafood and produce. Bustling with visitors from early morning, it is beloved as the center of Hakodate gourmet culture, where you can enjoy the day’s catch, including squid, crab, and sea urchin.

In the film, it appears in the scene where Conan and the others stop by for breakfast during their stay in Hakodate. The lively atmosphere of the market is shown in the background, clearly portraying Hakodate’s face as a tourist city. Because it allows fans to combine a pilgrimage with a fresh Hakodate breakfast, more visitors began including the market in their itineraries after the film’s release.

It is only about a two-minute walk from JR Hakodate Station, making it extremely convenient to access. One of its signature experiences is the live squid fishing pond, where freshly caught squid is prepared on the spot, and many fans also enjoy trying Hakodate rice bowls generously topped with crab and sea urchin. Since the market opens early, it is ideal as the first stop of the day after an overnight stay.

Hakodate Kokusai Hotel

Hakodate Kokusai Hotel is located in Wakamatsucho facing Hakodate Port, within walking distance of Hakodate Station. It is known for its views over the harbor and for its longstanding prestige as one of Hakodate’s classic hotels, having supported tourism in the city for many years.

In the film, it appears as the hotel where the victim, lawyer Kugaki, was staying. It is also the setting for an important scene where Conan, Heiji, and Kid all gather in the hotel lobby. The exterior of the hotel is also visible in scenes viewed from the Century Marina Hakodate side, and it appears multiple times as an important part of the Hakodate harbor landscape.

Walking around the lobby area while recalling the tense scenes from the movie makes the world of the film feel even more real. Together with the scenery along the harbor, it is a pilgrimage site where you can directly experience one of the film’s locations.

JR Hokkaido Hakodate Transportation Depot

The JR Hokkaido Hakodate Transportation Depot is a railway depot located in Kaigancho, Hakodate. It houses trains such as the Hakodate Liner and the South Hokkaido Railway cars, making it an important facility supporting rail operations in Hakodate. It is generally off-limits to the public, but its exterior can be photographed from nearby overpasses and surrounding roads.

In the film, it appears as the setting for a tense confrontation involving the fox-mask man, Kid, Conan, and Heiji. This scene in the dimly lit depot is one of the movie’s highlights, and the trains shown there, including the Isaribi Railway and the Hakodate Liner, are based on the real rolling stock. After the film’s release, many fans visited, saying, “This is where that scene happened,” though viewing is limited to outside the grounds because entry is prohibited.

When making a pilgrimage, please observe proper manners and be considerate of railway staff. As mentioned earlier, the depot can also be seen from upper floors of Premier Hotel CABIN PRESIDENT Hakodate, so if you stay there, spotting it from your room can also be part of the fun.

Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station

Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station is a stop on the Hokkaido Shinkansen, located in Hokuto City north of Hakodate. Opened in 2016 with the launch of the Hokkaido Shinkansen, it serves as the gateway to the Hakodate area for Hayabusa trains coming from Tokyo, Omiya, and Sendai. Inside the station, there are also tourist information services and souvenir shops, making it a functional starting point for sightseeing in Hakodate.

In the film, it appears in the background of the scenes where characters arrive in Hakodate by bullet train. During the movie’s screening period, stamp rally sheets were distributed at the tourist information center, making it the first pilgrimage site where fans could begin their journey the moment they arrived in Hakodate. It also became something of a hidden favorite among fans because of the many appearances of Zushihokki, Hokuto City’s mascot character, and its connection to a Professor Agasa quiz location.

For those traveling from Tokyo to Hakodate, this station is the main gateway on the Hokkaido Shinkansen and therefore the first sacred site to arrive at. From here, it takes about 20 minutes to reach Hakodate Station on the Hakodate Liner. Watching the Hakodate Liner and Isaribi Railway trains at Goryokaku Station platforms, just as depicted in the movie, has also become a popular activity especially among train enthusiasts.

Hakodate Streetcar (Yunokawa Stop)

The Hakodate streetcar has been running for over 100 years since opening in 1913, serving as an essential means of transportation for Hakodate residents. It operates on two routes, Hakodate Dock-mae to Yunokawa and Yachigashira to Yunokawa, and is indispensable for reaching tourist spots such as Goryokaku Park, the western district, and the bay area.

In the film, it appears in the scene where Ran and Kazuha ride the tram toward the Yunokawa Onsen area. The stop shown in the film is the terminal stop, Yunokawa. Nearby are Yukura Shrine, said to date back to the Muromachi period, and a free footbath spot. The old Hakodate streetcar car “Hakodate Haikara-go” No. 530 also makes a memorable appearance in the film, and the nighttime scene of the red retro tram running near Jujigai stop captured the hearts of Conan fans.

During the screening period, three special wrapped streetcars featuring Conan, Kid, and Heiji ran through Hakodate. At some stops, arrival announcements were also played in the voice of Conan Edogawa, voiced by Minami Takayama. Using a one-day streetcar pass makes it possible to tour pilgrimage sites along the tram lines efficiently.

Hokkaido Hakodate Area Hakodate Central Police Station

Hakodate Central Police Station is a police station located in Goryokakucho, Hakodate, and serves as one of the key bases supporting police activity in the Hakodate area.

In the film, it appears both in the scene where Kogoro joins an investigative meeting and Conan and Heiji secretly monitor the discussion through a hidden camera, and in another tense scene where Kadokura shoots Ooe and Inspector Nakamori is injured while trying to protect him. Although it is a public facility rather than a tourist attraction, it is an extremely important location in the story, marking both the investigative line and a major turning point in the case. It can be considered one of the representative locations for the police-related scenes.

Cape Soya

Cape Soya is the northernmost cape on Japan’s main islands, located at the northern tip of Hokkaido, and is known as the place at latitude 45°31′22″ north. On clear days, you can see the outline of Sakhalin across the Soya Strait, and the monument marking the northernmost point of Japan stands here, giving the area a grand and dramatic scale.

In the film, it appears as the place Momiji and Iori visit while searching for Heiji. Within a story mainly set in Hakodate, it strongly emphasizes both the vastness of Hokkaido and the scale of the pursuit. It is truly a place where you can feel the “edge of the north.”

Summary: Experience the World of the Film Across All 25 Spots

In Hakodate, the setting of Detective Conan: The Million-dollar Pentagram, there are 25 pilgrimage spots scattered throughout the city that overlap with scenes from the movie. One of the great features of this work is the wide variety of locations it includes: lodging such as Century Marina Hakodate and Premier Hotel CABIN PRESIDENT Hakodate; famous tourist attractions such as Goryokaku Park, the Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward, and the Mount Hakodate Observatory; gourmet destinations like Lucky Pierrot and the Hakodate Morning Market; and even more niche spots for devoted fans, such as Maruwa Warehouse and the former Hakodate Quarantine Station.

To complete all 25 locations, an itinerary of at least two nights and three days is ideal, but using a one-day streetcar pass and a rental car can make the trip much more efficient. A classic route followed by many fans is: the Hakodate Station area to the bay area, including Century Marina and Lucky Pierrot; then the Motomachi area, including the Old Public Hall and Hachimanzaka; then Mount Hakodate Observatory; followed by the Goryokaku area, including Goryokaku Tower and Goryokaku Park; and finally Hokkaido Toshogu Shrine.

By visiting Hakodate after watching the movie, you can experience the excitement of seeing the film’s scenes connect with the real landscape in a much deeper way. Whether you are a Conan fan, interested in late Edo-period history, or simply want to enjoy great food and beautiful scenery, Hakodate is filled with rich attractions that will satisfy every kind of traveler. Be sure to experience the world of The Million-dollar Pentagram for yourself in Hakodate.