Maruyama(円山)
How to Walk around Hokkaido Shrine in Sapporo
Hokkaido Jingu is one of the most renowned sightseeing spots in Sapporo. Situated in Maruyama, at the western end of downtown Sapporo, this shrine is
How to Enjoy Cherry Blossoms and Autumn leaves in Maruyama Park, Sapporo
Maruyama Park is the most popular spot in Sapporo for viewing cherry blossoms and autumn leaves. Additionally, you can enjoy delightful cafes and sw
Okurayama Ski Jump Stadium: World Famous Stadium in Sapporo
The Okurayama Ski Jump Stadium (大倉山ジャンプ競技場) is situated in Miyanomori, on the western side of the Maruyama area in Sapporo. Adjacent to it is the Sapp
Hokkaido Jingu in winter
Hokkaido Jingu has become more popular as a sightseeing spot than ever before, attracting many tourists and local visitors even during winter. Star
Maruyama Stadium Skate Rink 2016 Now Open
Maruyama Stadium has opened its skating rink for the season, starting from January 5, 2016, and running until February 14, 2016. Rental skates are
Bankei Ski Area opened on Sunday, 6th Dec 2015
A good news for skiers. Due to recent heavy snow, Bankei Ski Area opened last Sunday. But they closed from 7th to 9th and will open every day from
Maruyama Zoo: Evolving into a Modern Wildlife Experience in Sapporo
Maruyama Zoo: Revitalizing Hokkaido's Iconic Wildlife Destination Maruyama Zoo, with a rich 65-year history, has undergone significant enhancements
Maruyama Stadium Skate Link
One of the best features of this skating rink is that you can skate on a 400-meter track usually used for athletics. Such a skating rink is quite rare
K90 Miyanomori Ski Jump Stadium
The Miyanomori Ski Jump Stadium (宮の森ジャンプ競技場 Miyanomori Janpu Kyōgijō), formerly known as the Miyanomori-Schanze, is situated in the Miyanomori area we
The Lavender Garden at Horomi Pass in Sapporo
Since its inception in 1987 with just 120 lavender plants, the lavender garden at Horomitoge (Horomi Pass) has flourished, now boasting over 5000 lave
Maruyama Hachijyu Hakkasho: Urban Virgin Forest in Sapporo
Maruyama Hachijyu-Hakkasho (円山八十八カ所) is a pilgrimage route akin to the famous 88 Buddhist temples in Shikoku. Instead of temples, this route features
Sapporo Olympic Museum in Okurayama
The Sapporo Winter Sports Museum, which had been closed from 2016, was renovated and reopened in 2017 as the Sapporo Olympic Museum. In 2016, the m
Hongo Shin Memorial Museum of Sculpture, Miyanomori, Sapporo
Shin Hongo (1905–1980) was a prominent Japanese sculptor after WWII. He was a student of Kotaro Takamura and his style is reminiscent of the French sc
Maruyama Zoo
Maruyama Zoo is located on the opposite side of Hokkaido Shrine. After passing the Shrine, take the path to the right towards the Urasando parking are
