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Temporary Shuttle Bus Service and Parking Space During the Tournament for players （partially prior reservation needed）
We are pleased to announce a temporary shuttle bus service and parking space during the 2024 Mölkky World Championship in Hakodate.
【Temporary Shuttle Bus】
The temporary shuttle bus connecting Hakodate Station, Showa Park, and N.I.T Hakodate College during the The service schedule and routes are as follows:
Route: Hakodate Station – Showa Park (Approximate travel time: 25 minutes)
Dates: 23rd (Fri), 24th (Sat), and 25th (Sun)
Route: Hakodate Station – N.I.T Hakodate College (Approximate travel time: 25 minutes)
Dates: 24th (Sat) and 25th (Sun)
Route: Showa Park – N.I.T Hakodate College (Approximate travel time: 20 minutes)
Date: 25th (Sun) only
For the timetable, please click here.
Important Notes:
※The bus pick-up and drop-off location at Hakodate Station is the bus stop #8 and #9 of the bus terminal.
※Some bus services require prior reservation, while others do not.
※Priority is given to players. Friends, family members, and spectators may use the service if seats are available.
※Travel times may be longer due to road conditions, so we recommend allowing extra time for your journey.
Prior Reservation Required: Morning Services on 24th (Sat)
Due to the tournament schedule, both morning buses on 24th (6:30AM–8:30AM) to Showa Park and N.I.T.Hakodate College will prioritise players for teams competing in Block A and Block C, and require prior reservation:
Route: Hakodate Station → Showa Park
24th (Sat): Buses departing between 6:30 AM and 8:30 AM will require prior reservation
Route: Hakodate Station → N.I.T Hakodate College
24th (Sat): Buses departing between 6:30 AM and 8:30 AM will require prior reservation
For teams who wish to reserve a seat on the above services for 24th (Sat), please complete the application form by 11:59 PM JST on 10th August (Sat).
Shuttle Bus Reservation Form:
If the number of applications exceeds the bus capacity, a lottery will be held. If you do not secure a seat, please use public transportation or taxis.
Teams competing in Blocks B and D on Saturday 24th and non-players (supporters or general public) are requested to use the shuttle bus after 9:00 AM. (Priority reservation entries cannot be made via the form.)
25th (Sun) morning Shuttle Bus(Priority for Players):
The following buses will prioritise players. Please be sure to wear your wristband.
Route: Hakodate Station → Showa Park
25th (Sun): Buses departing between 6:30 AM and 8:30 AM will prioritise players
Route: Hakodate Station → N.I.T Hakodate College
25th (Sun): Buses departing between 6:30 AM and 8:30 AM will prioritise players
[ Contact Information ]
Reservation results will be emailed to all applicants by Monday, 12th August, at all results. If you do not receive the email, please check your spam or junk folder. If you still cannot find the email, contact us at:
Japan Mölkky Association; World Championship Section
E-mail: mm2024hakodate@gmail.com
*Please include your team ID and name in all email correspondence.
【Temporary parking space】
We are accepting advance reservations for temporary parking on Saturday, 24th August.
Temporary parking lots will be set up around Showa Park and N.I.T Hakodate College. These are located about a 10 to 15-minute walk from each venue. The exact locations will be disclosed only to those who make a reservation.
Please note that the existing parking facilities at each venue are reserved for event staff and are not available for participants/players.
[ Instructions for Parking Reservations ]
※Each team may reserve one parking space.
※Reservations must be made by 23:59 (JST) onTuesday, 6nd August, via the following form: Parking Reservation Form
※If the number of applications exceeds the available spaces, a lottery will be conducted. Priority will be given to teams in Block A and Block C, who have preliminary rounds on the morning of Saturday, 24th August.
※Duplication of parking permits is strictly prohibited.
※Teams who do not secure a parking space are encouraged to use the shuttle bus, public transportation, or taxis.
Temporary Parking – application form
[ Notification of Reservation Results ]
By Wednesday, 7th August, the results of the reservation lottery and a map indicating the location of the temporary parking lot will be sent to the email address provided at the time of application.
[ Parking Reservations for Sunday, 25th August ]
Reservations for Sunday, 25th August, will be accepted separately based on the results of the matches on Saturday, 24th August. Details will be sent to the registered email addresses of those who applied for the initial reservation.
■Teams in Preliminary Round Block A and C will be notified by around 18:00 on 24th August.
■Teams in Preliminary Round Block B and D will be notified by around 20:00 on 24th August.
*Please note that reservations for Sunday, 25th August, cannot be made independently.
*As parking at N.I.T Hakodate College is expected to be crowded on Sunday, 25th August, those who do not secure a space should use the shuttle bus, public transportation, or taxis.
[ Additional Parking Availability ]
If there are unused parking spaces, they will be opened for use without prior reservation at the following times:
■Saturday, 24th August, from 14:00
■Sunday, 25th August, from 10:00
[ Contact Information ]
Reservation results will be emailed to all applicants by Wednesday, 7th August. If you do not receive the email, please check your spam or junk folder. If you still cannot find the email, contact us at:
Japan Mölkky Association; World Championship Section
E-mail: mm2024hakodate@gmail.com
*Please include your team ID in all email correspondence.