How to enjoy Odori Koen Area in Sapporo

white illumination in odori koen park
This place is written as [大通公園周辺] in Japanese.

Discover how to enjoy a full day in the Odori Koen Park Area, the central hub of Sapporo. Start your morning with a stroll through the park, enjoying views of the Okura Ski Jump Stadium. Explore nearby shopping spots and visit the Sapporo TV Tower for a panoramic city view. For lunch, try local Hokkaido specialties at nearby restaurants. Continue shopping in the underground arcades, Aurora Town and Pole Town. In the evening, visit the Sapporo Beer Museum for a tasting session and end your day with dinner at a local eatery, enjoying fresh seafood or Sapporo ramen.

Information Center

Tourism and Culture Information Station

Available Languages: Japanese, English: You can access information on events, theater, art exhibitions, sports, and tourism in Sapporo through an information booth at Odori Station (subway) and the website. The booth provides computers for visitors to search for events and tourist information. It also offers pamphlets on facilities and events, along with the “Weekly Press” highlighting weekly events.

Access

Business Hours

10:00–20:00 (Sunday & National Holidays: open till 19:00)

Holidays

December 29–January 1

Website

http://www.sapporo-info.com

Shopping

Mitsukoshi and Marui offer high-quality items across all floors. Central Daimaru Fujii specializes in stationery, school supplies, general goods, and art supplies like oil paints and craft goods, making it the largest stationary store in Sapporo. On the 4th floor of Daimaru, you’ll find Aji-no-Sanpei, renowned as one of Japan’s most famous ramen shops. Tanuki-koji, Sapporo’s oldest shopping arcade, is a historical hub offering a diverse array of items, making it a must-visit destination for those seeking something interesting.

  • Mitsukoshi Sapporo(三越札幌)
  • Marui-Imai(丸井今井)
  • Parco(パルコ)
  • Central Daimaru Fujii(セントラル大丸藤井)
  • Tanuki koji Shopping mall(狸小路)

Cinema & Theatre

Theater Kino is among Japan’s most passionate movie theaters. It showcases films that span historical, social, and artistic genres, alongside commercial hits. Renowned for catering to dedicated movie enthusiasts, Theater Kino offers a unique blend of cinematic experiences that appeal to diverse tastes and interests.

  • Dinos cinemas Sapporo Theater(ディノス札幌劇場)
  • Theatre KIno(シアター・キノ) WEB site(Japanese)

Sights and Historical Place

Cafe & Fast Food

  •  Ishiya Cafe Free Wifi available
  • Aurora Town & Pole Town (Underground Street mall)

Restaurants

  • Aurora Town & Pole Town (Underground Street mall)
  • Odori Bisse

Sapporo Citizen Contact Center

Available Languages: Japanese, English, Chinese, Korean

Our call center is equipped to assist in multiple languages. If you encounter any issues during your travels, please reach out to us:

  • Phone: 011-222-4894
  • Email: info4894@city.sapporo.jp

Business Hours

8:00–21:00

Holidays

Open all year

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