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.
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.
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.
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 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Hakodate 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Hakodate Private Customizable Full Day Tour
Hakodate:Private Full Day Guided Tour in Hakodate
Port Pick-Up: Hakodate Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle
Top hotels in Shinkawachō
Hakodate Park Hotel
Reviewed on 11 Feb, 2025
Hotel Global View Hakodate
Reviewed on 8 Jul, 2025
JR Inn Hakodate
Reviewed on 16 Jul, 2025
Tokyu Stay Hakodate Asaichi Akarinoyu
Reviewed on 13 Jul, 2025
Premier Hotel - Cabin President - Hakodate
Reviewed on 15 Jul, 2025
Hakodate Kokusai Hotel
Reviewed on 14 Jun, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Shinkawachō
Bay Area
While visiting Bay Area, you might make a stop by sights like Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse and Hakodate Takadaya Kahei Museum.
Motomachi
Discover Motomachi, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Motomachi include Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward and Motomachi Catholic Church, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Suehirochō Station.
Yunokawacho
If you're spending time in Yunokawacho, check out sights like Yunokawa Onsen or Yunokawa Hot Spring and hop on the metro to see more of 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 Hakodate Kikyo Takadai Park Golf Course. Jump on the metro at Kikyō Station to see more of the city.