NIPPONIA HOTEL
HAKODATE PORT TOWN

Hokkaido’s Historic Port Town
Welcomes You with a Stay at a Brick-Warehouse Hotel

Concept

Enjoy a stay at a historic symbol of Hakodate. The Nipponia Hotel Hakodate Port Town comprises a group of restored red-brick warehouses in an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings dating back to the early twentieth century. Steeped in the history of this charming Hokkaido port town in the north of Japan, the century-old warehouses have been reborn as luxurious accommodations close to Hakodate harbor.

Here, guests can enjoy the ultimate in Japanese hospitality accompanied by the gentle, soothing sound of ocean waves. You can relax in guestrooms with simple yet warm interiors inspired by the culture of northern Europe but mirroring the city’s own distinctive blend of Western and Japanese styles. Come relive the days when Hakodate was one of the most important towns in Japan. Hakodate's remarkable history, diverse culture, and multicultural cuisine await you in the gentle embrace of the Nipponia Hotel Hakodate Port Town.

Discover Hakodate

Hakodate was one of the first port towns to open to the Western world as Japan stepped out of the feudal era and into the modern age. The influx of different cultures that followed the opening of the port gave the city its unique look, a mix of Japanese and Western aesthetics and architectures. As a result, Hakodate was said to have one of the three most beautiful night views in the world, on a par with those of Hong Kong and Naples. Today, the city is even more fascinating, attracting lovers of history, hot springs, or amazing food to this scenic corner of Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost island.

Expand Your Itinerary

Hakodate was once the gateway to Japan for travelers from all over the world, and it can be the same for you today. Let the port town be your base for discovering the many wonders of Hokkaido, like its capital, Sapporo. Not only is the city the home of the world-famous Sapporo Snow Festival that has been held every February since 1950, it is also a mecca for foodies and nature lovers.

But if it’s snow you’re looking for, you’ll want to check out the slopes of nearby Niseko, one of the top ski destinations in the world. And those visiting Hokkaido outside the winter months simply must not miss the lavender fields of Furano or Biei’s Blue Pond, said to shimmer like a giant sapphire.

Our Story

Hakodate's old warehouses are symbolic of the area’s history as a once prosperous trading center. However, despite their historical value and their location in a bustling tourist destination, the warehouses have long fallen into disuse. VMG believes that cultural assets need to be used by people in order to truly shine.

That’s why we proposed the renovation of the red-brick buildings—our goal being to offer a journey into the region's timeless history and culture enriched by the highest level of Japanese hospitality. By preserving parts of the original structures and augmenting them with modern comforts and technologies, Nipponia Hotel Hakodate Port Town brings this scenic part of Hokkaido into the future while honoring its past.

Tangible History

Exposed Red Bricks

The mortar on the exterior of the warehouses has been scraped away, and the original bricks have been exposed and restored on both the exterior and interior to more clearly reveal the history of Hakodate. At the turn of the twentieth century, red-clay bricks were found in many structures in Japan, primarily in government and public buildings. Based on German architecture, the distinctive crimson buildings quickly became a symbol of Japanese modernization, with the Hakodate warehouses standing at the very forefront of the movement.

Rooms

The warm and simple harmony of preserved wood and exposed red bricks welcomes guests to a cozy space serenaded by the soft lapping of the waves in Hakodate’s harbor. They can also enjoy Hakodate beer, a product of the great brewing culture of Hokkaido, or a variety of bottled drinks and snacks available in the minibar in each room. Nipponia Hotel Hakodate Port Town’s nine guestrooms are divided into three grades: the VMG Grand Twin (forty square meters), the VMG Comfort Twin (thirty-six square meters), and the VMG Comfort Hollywood Twin (thirty-five square meters). All rooms have private baths and minimalist lighting that enhances their calm ambience.

RESERVATIONS

Restaurants & Dining

Le Un

A stylish port-town restaurant where you can enjoy the bounty of Hokkaido. Suitable for birthdays, family celebrations, and other joyous events, the hotel dining room delights guests not just with its French-style dishes made from local ingredients, such as Hakodate beef and fresh Hokkaido seafood, but also with its chic décor of exposed and restored red bricks. Enjoy a look at Hakodate history while feasting on delicious food paired to perfection with local wine.

Capacity: 36
Opening Hours:
Lunch (only from April to May): 11:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. (L.O. 2:00 p.m.)
Dinner: 5:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m. (L.O. 8:00 p.m.)

Our Difference

At Nipponia Hotel Hakodate Port Town, we want travelers to feel the history and energy of this great port city, which is why we have prepared a series of exclusive plans and experiences for our guests. The All-Inclusive Plan is a great choice for those who want to dive into the food culture of Hakodate accompanied by unlimited Hakodate beer, Hakodate wine, shochu (distilled liquor), whisky, and a variety of soft drinks. Served in the free-drink area, the beverages can also be enjoyed in the privacy of your room. The plan’s breakfast includes fresh seafood, which you can learn about during the exclusive Hakodate Fish Market Experience. Travel with our chef to the local fish market, taste the bounty of the sea, and discuss various cooking methods in this journey to the soul of Hakodate.

We also offer baths with sake lees from a Hakodate brewery. Let the intoxicating aroma of these by-products of the sake-brewing process soothe you and beautify your skin during this one-of-a-kind experience.

Welcome

Our mission is to present our guests with the gift of time. Time that flows endlessly through the nature and culture of Japan. Time set aside to make lifelong memories with your loved ones. Time that you will one day reflect back on with a smile. We strive to give you these experiences through the art of Japanese hospitality, the distinctiveness of accommodations that tell rich stories from Japan’s great past, and the breaking of language barriers by our English-speaking staff. We hope to see you soon.