Sapporo
Japan · Hokkaido · 17 m
Description
Sapporo (札幌市) is the vibrant capital of Hokkaidō and the cultural, economic, and culinary center of Japan’s northernmost main island. The city is famous for the Sapporo Snow Festival with its monumental snow and ice sculptures, spacious parks, distinctive beer culture, and regional specialties such as miso ramen and soup curry. Sapporo combines modern urban life with historic landmarks like the Clock Tower and the Former Hokkaidō Government Office, as well as lively districts such as Susukino, known for its restaurants and nightlife. Snowy winters, pleasantly mild summers, and easy access to mountains, ski resorts, and destinations such as Otaru make Sapporo a versatile gateway for exploring Hokkaidō.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 5 days (optimal 3 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: February or June – August
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Sapporo Snow Festival (February)
- Mt. Moiwa & Sapporo night view
- Odori Park & Sapporo TV Tower
- Otaru Canal & historic warehouse district(Day trip)
- Sapporo Beer Museum & Sapporo Beer Garden
- Hokkaido Shrine & Maruyama Park
- Susukino nightlife & ramen district
- Nijo Market seafood
- Lake Shikotsu & Shikotsu-Toya National Park(Day trip)
- Sapporo Clock Tower
- Former Hokkaido Government Office Building (Red Brick Office)
- Moerenuma Park
- Furano lavender fields (July)(Day trip)
- Historical Village of Hokkaido
- Hokkaido Museum
- Shiroi Koibito Park
- Tanukikoji Shopping Street
- Sapporo Central Wholesale Market & Curb Market
- Hokkaido University campus
- Nakajima Park
- Hill of the Buddha
- Sapporo Art Park
- Sapporo Pirka Kotan Ainu Cultural Center
- Mt. Maruyama hike
- Jozankei Onsen
- Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort (November - May)
- Sapporo Teine Ski Resort (November - May)
- Sapporo White Illumination (November - March)
- YOSAKOI Soran Festival (June)
- Sapporo Lilac Festival (May)
- Sapporo Odori Beer Garden (July - August)
Getting there
- Airports:
- CTS
- Train stations:
- 西11丁目, 北12条, 北13条東