Shinkawachō
Hakodate
Visit Shinkawachō
Popular places to visit
Fort Goryokaku
Walk around the enchanting grounds of this repurposed military fort shaped like a star and see historic architecture and magnificent cherry blossoms in springtime.
Mount Hakodate
Appreciate captivating views of Hakodate’s skyline, surrounding coast and glittering city lights from atop this central city mountain, accessible via a scenic cable car.
Hakodate Ropeway
With panoramic views of Hakodate and the sea, one of the best nighttime vistas in the world is visible from the top of this gondola ferry.
Goryokaku Tower
Enjoy a unique overlook of Hakodate’s city skyline, surrounding mountain ranges and distant coastline from this modern observation tower and history gallery.
Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse
Shop, eat, drink and shop some more in renovated 19th-century warehouses that now feature prominently in a Hakodate-area hot spot.
Morning Market
Start your day with delectable fruit, vegetables and freshly made breakfast in this buzzing market selling Hakodate’s freshest seasonal produce and seafood.
Things to do
Hakodate 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Hakodate 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Hakodate:Private Full Day Guided Tour in Hakodate
Hakodate Exploration Tour with Private Guide
Hakodate Private Customizable Full Day Tour
Top hotels in Shinkawachō
Hakodate Park Hotel
Hôtel très satisfaisant! Le sentō inclus fait plaisir! Le personnel très réactif et professionel. La chambre était très correct, je recommande!
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2025
Hotel Global View Hakodate
Only issue is the walking distance from the station. If you are ok with that it’s very good.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Hakodate Yunokawa Onsen Umi to Akari / Hewitt Resort
One of the better hotels we have stayed at. The breakfast buffet was huge and the selection of local fish and vegetables was terrific. Room was relatively large by Japan standards and very comfortable. The important question is would we stay there again. ABSOLUTELY!
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Tokyu Stay Hakodate Asaichi Akarinoyu
Overall a good stay, but the lack of coffee was a downside, as only tea was provided.
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Toyoko Inn Hokkaido Hakodate Ekimae Asaichi
Room was clean, but had v strong tobacco smell which I am not used to, in hotel. Breakfast was included for added convenient, food was v good too. I like it and will choose this hotel when I visit Hakodate next trip.
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Heiseikan Shiosaitei Hanatsuki
Hotel’s buffet is good. But if you are staying for more than 1 night, you might not want to pay for half board as the spread for breakfast and dinner doesn’t change. Otherwise, hotel is clean and comfortable. You need a car to move around though as it is not close to town centre.
Reviewed on May 21, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Shinkawachō
Bay Area
If you're spending some time in Bay Area, Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse and Hakodate Takadaya Kahei Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Motomachi
Discover Motomachi, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Motomachi include Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward and Hachimanzaka Slope, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Suehirochō Station.
Yunokawacho
While you're in Yunokawacho, take in top sights like Yunokawa Onsen or Yunokawa Hot Spring, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Yunokawa-Onsen Station or Yunokawa Station.
Kikyō
Even though there aren't top sights in Kikyō, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Fort Goryokaku. Jump on the metro at Kikyō Station to see more of the city.
