Taxis -
There are two different types of taxis in Hokkaido. A small type for 3 or
less passengers. The initial fee is ¥600 which will last for 660 meters.
Thereafter¥80 per hundred meters is charged. There is also a larger
taxis for four or less people the initial fee is ¥610 for this taxis
and ¥80 per hundred meters thereafter. Taxis stands are located around
the city, near large hotels, shopping centers and train stations. To hail
a taxi please raise your hand.
* NOTE : Available taxis
display a RED sign in their front window.
Taxis that are Unavailable display a GREEN sign.
A surcharge is applied to initial rates between 11 pm and 5 am. Taxi drivers
are very serious and trustworthy and will use the shortest, most direct route
at all times.
Subway -
There are three subway lines in Sapporo (Namboku / Tozai / Toho)
and other trains throughout Hokkaido. Click
here for a full Sapporo subway and street car map. The subway is safe,
fast, clean, large and efficient and is highly recommended for transport
around Sapporo. Morning and evening rush hour can see the trains absolutely
filled to capacity and if possible it is recommended to travel outside of
these hours. Ticket machines are located on walls near the gates. Please
confirm the ticket cost using the map above the ticket machines. Fares start
at ¥200. Trains start running from a little after 6 am to a little after
12 pm. Check your nearest station for schedules.
* NOTE : When entering
or exiting the ticket gates be sure to place your ticket in the machine
face up or an alarm will sound and the gate will shut.
Buses -
The most common buses are Chuo Buses and JR Buses. There are also other smaller
bus companies operating. Busses operate throughout Sapporo and Hokkaido
and often connect with train stations. All fares, which vary depending
on distance, are displayed on a board at the front of the bus. All fares
are paid when exiting the bus. Ensure you take a small white ticket from
the machine located near the entry door when you get on. Match the number
on the white ticket with the number on the board to see your cost. All
buses are entered through the rear door and exited through the front door.
Streetcar / Tram -
A streetcar service operates through the southwestern part of Sapporo and
also in Hakodate. In Sapporo the line starts / terminates at Oodori and
Susukino. All fares are paid when getting off. The fare is set at ¥170
for adults and ¥80 for children.
JR Trains Service -
JR or Japan Rail Service operates around Hokkaido. Trains tend to be much
faster than driving and often much cheaper. Trains are often equipped with
a bathroom, are clean, large, safe and very punctual, exec pt in extreme
weather conditions.
Emergency, Lost & Found, Theft, Illness -
Police :
Ph. 110
Firefighting / First Aid :
Ph. 119
Japan is in general a very safe country. However all usual precautions
should be taken in regards to your personal safety and safety of
your property. If you lose your passport or airline ticket please
contact your Consulate in Sapporo or Airline
Company immediately.
Unlike many countries lost & found items are often returned to the Police
or other officials such security officers. If you lose something itis worth
checking with these people.
For lost and found -
On JR trains contact JR Hokkaido Telephone Information Service
Ph. (011) 222 - 7111
On the subway or city bus contact Municipal Transportation
Ph. (011) 241 - 2938
In a taxi contact the Automobile and Taxi Association
Ph. (011) 561 - 1173
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