Sapporo(札幌)

Yukitoro(雪灯路) in Jozankei Jinjya
This is a Snow candle Event called 'Yuki Toro(雪灯路)' held at Jozankei Jinjya. 2,000 ice candles are lightning in the precinct of the shrine. This is th

Cross Country Ski in Maeda Forest Park, Nishi-ku Sapporo
Cross-country skiing is very popular in Maeda Forest Park, located in Sapporo-Teine-ku on the west side of Sapporo city. Ski rentals are available

Parking Around Odori Park, The North Area and The Southe Area, on Weekday or Weekend?
There are many parking options around Odori Park, catering to different needs in the north and south areas, which vary based on business or shopping a

Hitsujigaoka Snow Park, Winter Activities and Events in Hitsujigaoka, Sapporo
This is the annual winter event held at Hitsujigaoka. If you're looking to experience winter activities in Sapporo, why not visit? All activities a

Sapporo Art Park
Located in Minami-ku, the southern side of Sapporo, Sapporo Art Park is quite distant from the central area of Sapporo, often requiring visitors to tr

Snow Miku Tram Goes Every One Hour
Snow Miku 2020 runs in Sapporo every hour. Please refer to the timetable PDF for the schedule. Snow Miku 2020 is designed as a musical instrument t

Where to look at Marathon and Race Walk in Sapporo of Tokyo 2020 Olympic Game
What an incredible surprise and gift for Sapporo! The Marathon and Race Walk events of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games have ignited excitement among Sapp

How to get to Jozankei and Sapporo Station from Niseko Ski Area by bus?
Chuo Bus operates a ski bus service from Sapporo to the Niseko Ski area. Here is their webpage, but unfortunately, it is only available in Japanese.

1 hour shopping at Sapporo Station Area
If you're short on time but still want to pick up souvenirs or general goods, do you know where to go to make the most of your available time? ATM

How to get to Tsudome Site, Sapporo Snow Festival
About Tsudome Site Tsudome site is designed for families and children, featuring free snow slopes and tube sliders. Inside the large dome resthouse,

Bankei Ski Area is Opening at Night
Bankei Ski Area has opened its night time operation from 21 Dec, 2019. In this season, The most of Ski Area in Hokkaido haven't have enough snow so

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

Sapporo White Illumination has started on Nov 22, 2019
November 22 - December 25, 2019, White Illumination has been held in the heart of Sapporo city. From Odori 1 chome to Odori 6 chome as Odori venu,

Nishino Jinja Shrine in Sapporo Where became The Most Famous and Popular one by Masaharu Fukuyama.
Nishino Shrine, located in Sapporo, has become not only the most famous and popular shrine in the city but also throughout Japan. What makes it fam

Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort Opens 2019-2020 season
Kokusai Ski area has opened on Nov 22, 2019. There is not enough snow so that skiing areas are limited. It will be snowing this week and getting bette

Don Quijote: Discount Stores in Sapporo
There are 5 stores in Sapporo. Don Quijote at Tanukikoji Shopping Mall is the most accessible for foreign visitors. It is located in Tanukikoji 4 chom

Beer Bar NORTH ISLAND in Sapporo
This is the NORTH ISLAND Beer Bar, offering six regular beers: Pilsner, Brown Ale, Stout, Weizen, IPA (India Pale Ale), and Coriander Black, alongside

Ginkgo trees in Hokkaido University
The ginkgo trees lining the path from the main gate of the Faculty of Science at Hokkaido University are famous among Sapporo city residents. The m

UNIQLO Sapporo Station Area has moved to Tokyu department-store
UNIQLO Sapporo Tokyu has opened on September 9th 2023 after closing UNIQLO Sapporo ESTA in the end of August 2023. Tokyu department store is also one

Autumn Leaves in Hoheikyo Dam 2019
On October 20th, 2019, I visited Hoheikyo Dam near Jozankei in Sapporo. It was an exceptionally beautiful day with vibrant shades of red, orange, yell