Fully enjoy Sapporo, the Hokkaido's largest city surrounded by beautiful nature

Sapporo Station is the gateway to Sapporo City. The station is home to the JR Stellar Place skyscraper, Daimaru department store and many more shopping options. Close to the station are hotels, and the main bus terminal making it a convenient and efficient place to connect with other parts of Hokkaido. A short 5 minute walk from the north exit of the station will take you to Hokkaido University and a park popular for the fall foliage. It is only 10 minutes from the south exit to Sapporo`s commercial center, Odori. Along the way are popular photo spots in the park and in front of the famous clock tower. In 2011, an underground walkway was completed to shelter you from the weather and connect many of the shops and businesses in downtown. Events are held here and is a great way to get around the city during inclement weather.

The Sapporo Clock Tower is a building designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan in 1970 under the name Former Sapporo Agricultural School Drill Hall. It features a clock atop a triangular roof and is characterized by its retro exterior, which evokes the history of Hokkaido. It is also famous as the birthplace of Hokkaido University. Currently, the entire first floor serves as an exhibition space, while the second floor features a recreated display depicting scenes from the Sapporo Agricultural School era. At night, concerts and other events are held. The white-and-red exterior is also a popular photo spot where visitors can enjoy taking pictures. At night, the entire building is illuminated, presenting an iconic view that symbolizes the city of Sapporo.

Completed in 1956, the Sapporo TV Tower stands as a symbolic landmark in Odori Park.
From its observation deck, approximately 90 meters above ground, you can enjoy sweeping panoramic views of the city. On clear days, the scenery extends as far as the Ishikari Plain and the Sea of Japan.
At night, the tower is beautifully illuminated, offering a completely different atmosphere. Whether viewed from below or from the observation deck, its charm can be appreciated in multiple ways.
Inside the observation deck, you will find a variety of attractions, including souvenir shops and the unique “TV Dad Shrine.” In the southeastern section, don’t miss the “Scary Window,” a floor-to-ceiling glass panel that creates a thrilling, immersive view of the city below.
Between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., volunteer guides from the Sapporo Chamber of Commerce and Industry are available to offer sightseeing assistance and share insights into Sapporo’s history.

Susukino is an entertainment area that is Hokkaido`s most lively and well known. It is a place where eating and drinking establishments and taverns are open 24 hours a day. It is a roughly 5 minute walk from the Odori main road, and you can use the subway and bus to get here as well. In addition to facilities for visitors such as hotels and restaurants, there are also many shops that offer “Shime Parfait.” It was once popular to end a night drinking with a bowl of ramen, but recently the parfait has become a local popular food of choice to end the night. There are many well-known bars and old-style restaurants which have been operating for a long time. And there are many restaurants specializing in Sapporo Ramen. Many tourists visit the area to take in the nightlife and explore the tastes of Sapporo. A lot of shopping spots are found along the road from Susukino to Odori, so you can take in the sights while enjoying shopping. In the winter there are beautiful illuminations, making it a romantic and colorful place to enjoy a winter stroll.

Nakajima Park is a park created by the construction of a flood gate in 1874. It has been an open space holding events and exhibitions for the people of Sapporo ever since.. The park offers abundant greenery and nature for a relaxing stroll. There are some 43 varieties of trees scattered around the park, including some more than 100 years old There are many trees that reflect the imagery of Japan, including cherry blossom trees, ginkgo trees and maples that produce scenic autumn foliage. Enjoy walking along the iris pond at the center of the park and check the event listing for the concert hall “Kitara" located in the southwest area of the park. Here you canenjoy events and listen to music.