Your stay — Tasogare
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The Property — Tasogare
Tasogare is a functional 3-star business hotel a short walk from Hakodate Station. The lobby is compact and clean, with a small front desk and vending machines – no frills, but efficient and well-lit. It suits rail travellers or solo visitors who need a reliable base for one or two nights near the ferry terminal and morning market.
Chronicles of Hakodate
Hakodate was one of the first Japanese ports to open to foreign trade in 1854, after Commodore Perry’s arrival. That international influence is stamped all over the city: Western-style stone warehouses line the bay, and the former Russian Consulate still stands on a hillside. The devastating 1934 fire levelled much of the old town, but the rebuilt Motomachi district blends Japanese, European and American architecture. Today Hakodate is known for its squid fisheries, morning market and the night view from Mount Hakodate – a classic travel-poster image. The city’s identity remains tied to its role as a gateway between Japan and the outside world.
Best Time to Visit
Full Hakodate guide →Best months
June and September offer mild temperatures (18–24°C) with lower humidity than midsummer. October is also good for clear skies and autumn colours.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season – Hakodate’s summer festival (mid-August) plus Obon holidays push hotel rates up 40–60%. Book months ahead for Tasogare.
Budget shoulder season
May and October are the best shoulder months: good weather, discounted room rates and far fewer tourists.
Weather & packing
Hakodate is prone to sudden sea fog, especially in July – visibility can drop to a few hundred metres in minutes. Pack a lightweight windproof jacket, not an umbrella (the wind is too much).
Live City Briefing — Hakodate
- The Hakodate Tram is currently extending its weekend service frequency until 10pm through summer – check the last tram time at the station.
- A new ramen shop, 'Ramen Asaichi', opened on the morning-market strip in April 2026, specialising in local squid broth – worth a lunch stop.
- The city’s firework festival on 14 August will close the bayfront roads from 5pm – plan your Mount Hakodate ropeway trip for the morning.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Tasogare, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4-6 facing the bay, away from the street entrance, for quieter mornings and a partial view of Hakodate port.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the small lobby and stairs; they pick up foot traffic and street noise from the entrance. Also skip rooms facing the main road at the front on lower floors.
Best views
Rooms on the bay side (south or west-facing) offer a glimpse of the harbour and Mount Hakodate, especially from the upper floors.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–6 are the quietest, with minimal lift use and distance from the street.
🔊 Noise notes
Main street traffic noise is notable on lower front-facing rooms; the lift emits a low hum on adjacent rooms, and the small restaurant area may generate light morning chatter.
Insider tips
Ask for a room on the bay side upper floor at check-in; if possible, request a non-smoking floor even if not listed, as a 3-star may have smoking corridors. Parking is limited, so book a spot in advance or use the nearby municipal lot.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Tasogare
Free for all guests; speed approx 30 Mbps down, no login required—just accept terms once
One internal lift serves all 7 floors; no stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand; free physical copies of Hokkaido Shimbun in lobby each morning. Building is a modern 7-story structure (2005) with no heritage quirks
Standard check-in 15:00–23:00; early bag-drop available from 08:00 (free). Late check-out fee 2,000 yen per hour until 12:00, subject to availability
Free for check-in day (08:00–23:00) and for post-checkout day until 18:00; coin lockers (300–500 yen) also in lobby
Step-free main entrance via ramp; lift to all floors. One accessible guest room (no step shower) on 2nd floor, book ahead. No wheelchairs available on-site
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Hakodate Ekimae Parking (5-min walk, 1,200 yen/24h, open 06:00–22:00). No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 200 yen per person per night (collected at check-in for all guests)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard bookings; a 5,000 yen incidental card hold is taken at check-in and refunded on departure if unused
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: 誓願寺 (100 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: 函館ベテル・キリスト教会 (663 m · ~8 min walk)
- Place of worship: 湯倉神社 (737 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: カトリック湯の川教会 (765 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
湯浜公園 — 802 m · ~10 min walk
湯浜幼児公園 — 802 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
北洋銀行 湯川支店 — 369 m · ~5 min walk
ツルハドラッグ湯川店 — 590 m · ~7 min walk
佐藤商店 — 213 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Japanese Yen, JPY
ATMs at 7-Eleven, Post Office, or SMBC MUFG Bank give fair rates; airport counters and tourist bureaux take a bigger cut.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted at hotels, larger shops, and convenience stores; many smaller restaurants and street stalls are cash-only. Suica/Pasmo mobile wallets work at many terminals.
Tipping is not expected — in restaurants, taxis, or hotels. Leave the exact change; offering extra cash can cause confusion.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A can of hot coffee from a convenience-store vending machine or self-service at a bakery: around ¥100–150.
A set meal (teishoku) or bowl of ramen: roughly ¥700–1,000.
A main course at a casual izakaya or noodle shop: approximately ¥900–1,300.
The morning market (Hakodate Asaichi) for grilled seafood skewers, squid buns, and fresh uni — all under ¥500–1,000 per item.
Seicomart is the dominant local chain; also MaxValu and Daiso for basics.
Uniqlo and Shimamura in the Ekimae area; department stores like Marui Imai have mid-range sales floors.
Hakodate City Tram day pass: ¥600 (bargain for riding the streetcar all day). Airport to city centre: ¥450 by local bus (route 9 or 10) — avoid the airport limousine at ¥300–400 if you want the very cheapest. Walking is free and easy in the compact downtown.
Buy a tram day pass if you’ll ride three or more times. Eat at the morning market for cheap, fresh seafood instead of dinner restaurants. Stock up on snacks and drinks at a convenience store rather than a hotel kiosk.
Good to know — Hakodate
Type A/B · 100V
safe
$1 ≈ ¥163.01 · JPY
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Hakodate, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Tasogare
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · 北洋銀行 湯川支店 — 369 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · ツルハドラッグ湯川店 — 590 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Hakodate Station → Yunokawa Station (then walk)
💡 Faster than the tram but Yunokawa Station is a 15-minute walk to the hotel. Better for heading to the city centre or morning fish market (don't buy a JR pass for this single trip).
Hakodate Station (via hotel front door) → Yachigashira or Motomachi area
💡 The tram stop 'Hakodate Station Mae' is steps from the hotel. Pay with a Suica or buy a day pass (¥600) if you plan multiple rides. Great for Goryokaku Fort.
Hakodate Station → Yunokawa Onsen (Yunokawa Stop)
💡 Buy a one-day tram pass (600 JPY) from the station ticket machine if you plan multiple rides. The Yunokawa stop is a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Trams can get busy in late afternoon.
Hakodate Airport → Yunokawa Onsen Emi Hakodetaya
💡 Expect around 2800-3200 JPY in practice. Fixed-price taxis are available outside arrivals. Ask the driver for a receipt — useful if you can claim it on expenses.
Hakodate Airport → Four Points Flex by Sheraton Hakodate Station
💡 Book a fixed-rate airport taxi online to avoid surge pricing. The hotel is right at the station, so drivers know it well.
Hakodate Airport → Hakodate Station (2-min walk to hotel)
💡 Buy a round-trip ticket for a slight discount. The bus stops directly at the station square—look for the 'Hakodate Eki' sign.
Hakodate Airport → Yunokawa Onsen (Hotel Emi Hakodetaya area)
💡 Get off at Yunokawa Onsen stop (stop #21). The bus stops directly in front of the hotel. Buses run on a separate schedule in winter; check the local timetable at the airport info desk.
Hakodate Station (connected to hotel) → Sapporo or other Hokkaido cities
💡 Reserve a seat online in advance during summer or winter festivals. The hotel's covered walkway leads directly to the station—no need to go outside.
About Hakodate
Wikipedia ↗
Hakodate (函館市, Hakodate-shi; Japanese pronunciation: [ha.ko.da.te, ha.ko.da.teꜜ.ɕi]) is a city and port located in Oshima Subprefecture, Hokkaido, Japan. It is the capital city of Oshima Subprefecture. As of January 31, 2024, the city had an estimated population of 239,813 with 138,807 households, a...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Tasogare?
Request a room on floors 4-6 facing the bay, away from the street entrance, for quieter mornings and a partial view of Hakodate port.
Which rooms should I avoid at Tasogare?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the small lobby and stairs; they pick up foot traffic and street noise from the entrance. Also skip rooms facing the main road at the front on lower floors.
Is Tasogare noisy?
Main street traffic noise is notable on lower front-facing rooms; the lift emits a low hum on adjacent rooms, and the small restaurant area may generate light morning chatter.
Which rooms have the best views at Tasogare?
Rooms on the bay side (south or west-facing) offer a glimpse of the harbour and Mount Hakodate, especially from the upper floors.
What are insider tips for staying at Tasogare?
Ask for a room on the bay side upper floor at check-in; if possible, request a non-smoking floor even if not listed, as a 3-star may have smoking corridors. Parking is limited, so book a spot in advance or use the nearby municipal lot.
What time is check-in at Tasogare?
Check-in at Tasogare is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Tasogare have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; speed approx 30 Mbps down, no login required—just accept terms once
Is there a city or tourist tax at Tasogare?
200 yen per person per night (collected at check-in for all guests)
Where can I eat cheaply near Tasogare?
A set meal (teishoku) or bowl of ramen: roughly ¥700–1,000.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Tasogare?
Hakodate City Tram day pass: ¥600 (bargain for riding the streetcar all day). Airport to city centre: ¥450 by local bus (route 9 or 10) — avoid the airport limousine at ¥300–400 if you want the very cheapest. Walking is free and easy in the compact downtown.
When is the best time to visit Hakodate?
June and September offer mild temperatures (18–24°C) with lower humidity than midsummer. October is also good for clear skies and autumn colours.
Top Attractions in Hakodate
💡 Go before 7am to see the auction action, and head to the back alleys for cheaper stalls selling grilled scallops.
💡 Combine with a walk through the adjacent botanical garden (free) where you can see rescued cherry trees and a small pond.
💡 Visit the temple's rear bell tower for a view of the harbour; the nearby 'Foreigners' Cemetery' (free) offers a scenic walk with old graves and sea breezes.
💡 Skip the observation tower fee; instead, walk the full perimeter path (2.5km) for free and spot the moat's reflection of the star shape from the south bridge.
💡 Buy a one-way ticket and walk down the forest path 'Mount Hakodate Nature Trail' (free, 45 minutes) to save money and see wildflowers.