Getting to Hakodate
Hakodate is a port city in Hokkaido, well connected to major cities throughout Japan by air, rail, and sea. Many international travelers arrive at one of Tokyo’s major airports and then travel to Hakodate by plane or train.
Image source: Travel Hakodate
Arriving by Air
Hakodate Airport (HKD)
Domestic flights connect Hakodate with Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Sapporo, and other cities.
City-center transfer: approximately 20 minutes by shuttle bus.
Tokyo Haneda (HND)
Haneda is Japan’s busiest airport and is located approximately 30 minutes from central Tokyo. It has excellent public-transport connections and serves both domestic and international travelers.
Tokyo Narita (NRT)
Narita is a major international hub in Chiba Prefecture, approximately 60 minutes east of central Tokyo, with extensive long-haul connections.
Tokyo to Hakodate by air: A domestic flight from Haneda or Narita to Hakodate Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Arriving by Train
The journey from Tokyo Station to Hakodate Station takes approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes using:
- Tohoku and Hokkaido Shinkansen “Hayabusa”
Tokyo → Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto - Hakodate Liner
Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto → Hakodate
From Hakodate Station, participants can continue to the conference venue by local bus, streetcar, or taxi.
Arriving by Sea
Ferry routes connect Hakodate with Aomori Port and Ōma Port. These services can be combined with trains or express buses.
Express bus: Tokyo Station → Aomori Port
Ferry: Aomori Port → Hakodate Port
Getting to the ASSW 2027 Venue
The Hakodate Salmon Marunama Hall and Arena, which will host ASSW 2027, are located in the Yunokawa Onsen area, approximately 4.5 km east of Hakodate Station.
Local Bus
Stop: Hakodate Arena-mae
30 minutes from Hakodate Station
20 minutes from Hakodate Airport
Streetcar
Stop: Hakodate Arena-mae
Approximately 30 minutes from Hakodate Station
Taxi
10–15 minutes from Hakodate Airport
Approximately 15 minutes from Hakodate Station
Getting Around Hakodate
Hakodate is a historic port city and the southern gateway to Hokkaido, known for its streetscape and international character. Visitors can enjoy historic buildings, beautiful seasonal scenery, fresh local food, and hot springs.
The following websites provide sightseeing information, event details, and information about discounted transport tickets:
Visiting Sapporo
Many participants may also visit Sapporo, one of Hokkaido’s major cities, before or after the conference. The JR Hokuto Limited Express is a convenient way to travel from Hakodate to Sapporo, with a journey time of approximately four hours.
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Located approximately 50 km southeast of Sapporo, New Chitose Airport is the main air gateway to Hokkaido. It offers domestic flights from cities including Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya, as well as international connections to major cities across Asia.