日和坂

ヒヨリザカ

■坂名説明標柱

坂の上から港の景色を一望でき、空模様をよく判断できるということからこの名が付いた。また、坂の上にある船魂神社辺りからはトビの飛ぶ姿がよく見えたことから、坂の上の方を「トビ坂」と呼んだ。日和もトビも共に天気に関係がある。

HIYORI ZAKA SLOPE （”Hiyori” means”Weather”）
From the top of the slope,one can command a sweeping view of the port,so this was an excellent spot for weather observation.That is why this slope was called “Hiyori Zaka.” Likewise,many kites could often be seen from Funadama Jinja Shrine,which is located at the top of the slope.The upper part of the slope was called “Tobi （meaning the bird “Kite”） Zaka”.Both words,Hiyori and Tobi are closely related with weather.

CITY OF HAKODATE