Future University Hakodate

ESET 2025 will be held at Future University Hakodate (FUN). The campus is located in the north of Hakodate City. The theme of the unique university building is 'openness', which is a concept that is carried through into the university's education. The building has won the Architectural Institute of Japan's award and many other architectural awards. Furthermore, the night view of Hakodate from the university is splendid. There is also a nature reserve next to the university, which is ideal for relaxing walks.

Transport to Future University Hakodate

From Hakodate Station Area

• By bus: Hakodate Bus (lines 55A, 55B, and 55C), approx. 45 min, fare: 340 JPY.
• By taxi: Approx. 30 min, fare: 3000 JPY.
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From Goryokaku Area

• By bus: Hakodate Bus (lines 55A, 55B, 55C, and 55F), approx. 25 min, fare: 330 JPY.
• By taxi: Approx. 20 min, fare: 2300 JPY.
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From Bay Area

Via Hakodate Station Area: Take Hakodate City Tram and Hakodate Bus (line 1 or sightseeing bus for Motomachi and Bay Area).

• Tram fare: 230 JPY
• Bus fare: 210 JPY
• Then follow directions from Hakodate Station Area above.
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Free shuttle buses for participants will run between the conference venue and the downtown Hakodate City, including Hakodate Station Area, Goryokaku Area, and Bay Area.

• Hakodate Station Area: Hakodate Station Bus Terminal Platform 9
• Goryokaku Area: Hotel Tetora
• Bay Area: Hakodate Kokusai Hotel and Hakodate Meijikan

Shuttle bus schedule and stop locations are available here.

About Hakodate City

Hakodate is the third largest city in Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost island. It is famous for the view from Mt. Hakodate and fresh seafood. Summer weather is pleasant and less humid than other parts of Japan. For more info, visit the Hakodate Official Travel Guide.

Directions to Hakodate City

Direct flights from Taiwan to Hakodate Airport

• Operated by EVA Airways, ANA, Tigerair, Thai Airways, and Air New Zealand
• Approx. flight time: 3 hours
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From major Japanese cities

From Tokyo

• By plane: JAL, ANA, AIRDO from Haneda (HND), approx. 80 min
• By train: Shinkansen Hayabusa to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto, then Hakodate Liner (total 4.5+ hrs)
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From Osaka

• By plane: JAL, ANA from Itami (ITM), approx. 100 min
• By train: Tokaido Shinkansen to Tokyo (2.5 hrs), then follow Tokyo route
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From Nagoya

• By plane: ANA, AIRDO from Chubu Centrair (NGO), approx. 90 min
• By train: Tokaido Shinkansen to Tokyo (1.5 hrs), then follow Tokyo route
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From Sapporo

• By plane: ANA from New Chitose (CTS) and JAL from Okadama (OKD), both approx. 40 min
• By train: Limited Express Super Hokuto to Hakodate Station, approx. 3.5 hrs
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Discount Rail Passes

Available for foreign travelers. Some may require advance purchase:

• Japan Rail Pass (all Japan)
• JR East-South Hokkaido Rail Pass (Tokyo & Hakodate)
• JR Tohoku-South Hokkaido Rail Pass (Sendai & Hakodate)
• Hokkaido Rail Pass (entire Hokkaido including Sapporo and Hakodate)
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From Hakodate Airport to Downtown

Hakodate Teisan Bus runs every 20 minutes to Hakodate Station. Approx. 20 min ride, fare: 450 JPY.

Hotels

Most hotels are concentrated in Hakodate Station, Goryokaku, and Bay Area. Station and Goryokaku Areas provide easier access to the venue.

This is a sample list (subject to updates). Please use travel booking sites for reservations.