Sapporo
Hokkaido's vibrant capital — food, beer, and snow festivals.
Sapporo is the gateway to Hokkaido and home to 2 million residents. A grid-planned city with wide boulevards, it hosts the famous Snow Festival every February and is the birthplace of miso ramen and Sapporo Beer.
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Must-see attractions
- Odori Park
1.5 km central park hosting the Snow Festival in February and Beer Garden in summer.
- Mt. Moiwa Ropeway
One of Japan's three great night views, 531 m summit overlooking the city lights.
- Sapporo Beer Museum
Free tours through Japan's only beer museum, with on-site tasting hall.
- Hokkaido Shrine
Forested grounds in Maruyama Park — sakura in May, peaceful any season.
- Shiroi Koibito Park
Whimsical chocolate factory with European-style gardens, popular with families.
Recommended hotels
- JR Tower Hotel Nikko Sapporo
Directly above Sapporo Station. Sky-high spa, ideal for arrivals.
- Cross Hotel Sapporo
Boutique design hotel near Susukino, rooftop onsen with city view.
- Mercure Sapporo
Mid-range comfort, 5 min walk to Susukino izakaya district.
- UNWIND Hotel & Bar
Lodge-inspired boutique, fireplace lobby, walking distance to Odori.
Food & restaurants
- Ramen Yokocho
Susukino's legendary 17-shop alley. Try Sumire or Junren for miso ramen.
- Genghis Khan (Daruma)
Char-grilled lamb at counter-only shops in Susukino. Cash only.
- Nijo Market
Morning seafood market — uni rice bowls and kani-jiru crab soup.
- Sapporo Beer Garden
All-you-can-eat-and-drink Genghis Khan in the historic red-brick brewery.
Getting there & around
- From New Chitose Airport
JR Rapid Airport 37 min, ¥1,150. Or limousine bus 70 min.
- Within city
3-line subway (Namboku/Tozai/Toho). 1-day pass ¥830.
- Day trips
JR to Otaru 32 min, to Niseko 2 hr, to Lake Toya 1h45m via Toya Station + bus.
