Apia (Shopping Arcade)

Apia is an underground shopping arcade area with more than 115 stores of differing varieties. The area is divided into “streets” each with a different name to help you with your directions. There is Joyful Walk, Fashion Walk and Harvest Avenue. Stores range from fashion boutiques, accessory shops, souvenir shops to restaurants and cafes. There is also a supermarket and on top of Apia is BIC Camera and Electronics Store. There are also some free seating areas for you to take a break. Top

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Opening Hours	Shops : 10 am to 9 pm Restaurants : 11 am to 9:30 pm
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Contact	Ph: 011-241-2817
Getting There	Japan, 〒060-0806 Hokkaidō, Sapporo-shi, Kita-ku, 北6条西2丁目 North-East Section of Sapporo Station Underground.

Ario Shopping Mall

The three story Ario Shopping Center,Built in the grounds of the Sapporo Beer Garden and opened in November 2005, the center houses 113 specialty shops, the Itoyokado Department Store and a public spa and leisure center. Restaurants range from fast food to Japanese style sushi and noodles. There are plenty shops for all the family and also a good import shop which stocks various foreign products from around the globe. Top

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Opening Hours	Shops : 9 am to 9 pm Restaurants : 11 am to 10 pm
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Location / Getting There	9 Chome-2-20 Kita 7 Jōhigashi, Higashi-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 065-8518, Japan. Catch a bus from number four station near the north exit of Sapporo Station, or any Sapporo Beer Factory bus. * From No.4 bus station, take bus No.26 and get off at ‘the entrance of ’Sapporo Beer Factory (Sapporo Bi-ru en Iriguchi)’  or ‘Ario Sapporo’. * From No.2  bus station, take bus No.63 and get off at ‘the entrance of Sapporo Beer Factory’ or at 'Ario Sapporo’. * From No.2 bus station, take bus No.188 and get off at ‘Sapporo Beer Factory’.

Asahiyama Park

Constructed as part of the Sapporo centennial projects, this park is located on the top of Asahiyama hill. The park has a good view of Sapporo, Ishikari Plain and the Sea of Japan on good days. The park has some nice open spaces for picnics with family and friends. There are also a few small hiking trails around the park offering a pleasant walk for the more physically active. Top

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Location / Getting There	4 Chome-1-3 Sakaigawa, Chūō-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 064-0943, Japan

Aurora Town (Shopping Arcade)

Aurora Town is an underground shopping mall stretching from the Sapporo TV Tower at the eastern end to Oodori subway station at the western end. Various specialty shops, drug stores, shoe stores, bag stores, restaurants and cafes can be found here.  Top

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Opening Hours	Most shops 10am to 8pm
Closed	Various public holidays and maintenance days.
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Location / Getting There	Odori, 2 Chome Ōdōrinishi, Chūō-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 060-0042, Japan

Botanical Gardens (Hokkaido Shokubutsuen)

Run by the Hokkaido University, covering approximately 15 hectares and housing over 5000 varieties of plants, this is a great venue for nature lovers and those wishing to pass some time in a pleasant atmosphere. There is also a greenhouse which can be entered but for an additional fee of 110 yen. The Fauna museum in the garden is Japans oldest and was built in 1882. It houses a large number of stuffed animals that can be found in the Hokkaido region. There is also a small Ainu Museum located near the main gate housing tools, household utensils, ceremonial objects and clothing. Top

Admission	Adults ¥400 Greenhouse ¥110
Opening Hours	9 am to 4 pm Tuesday to Sunday : late April to late September. 9 am to 3 pm Tuesday to Sunday : October to early November. * From early November to April only the greenhouse is open to the Public.
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Location / Getting There	10 Chome-2 Kita 2 Jōnishi, Chūō-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 060-0002, Japan

----------------------------- Chizaki Rose Garden
The rose garden boasts more than 200 varieties of roses and is immaculately kept and maintained. The best viewing season for the roses is June to August. There is also a commanding view of Sapporo from the top and the aptly names “Café Rose” serves relatively cheap food and also the house special - rose ice cream. Said to be made from the roses in the garden itself this ice cream is quite unique and delicious. Unfortunately if you come by bus to the hill the bus stop is located at the bottom of the hill. The walk up is quite steep and not for the physically challenged. Fortunately there are usually taxis available to take you up the rest of the way. Top

Admission	Adults ¥500 Children ¥300
Opening Hours	9 am to 5 pm daily : May 1st to October 15th
Closed	October 16th to April 30th
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Clock Tower (Tokedai)

Built in 1878 as a drill hall for the Sapporo Agricultural College, it is a two story American style wooden structure housing a clock. Although now dwarfed by the surrounding buildings it is never the less constantly surrounded by Japanese and other tourists all year round and is the symbol of Sapporo. Renovated in 1998 to house a small museum of local history, it is reported that the Boston made 19th century clock has been so well maintained that it has not only never needed restoration work but also that the clock has never been late in tolling the hour. Top
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Admission	Adults ¥200
Opening Hours	9:00 to 17:00 Daily
Closed	January 1st to January 3rd
Contact	011-231-0838
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Location / Getting There	Japan, 〒060-0001 Hokkaidō, Sapporo-shi, Chūō-ku, Kita 1 Jōnishi, 2 Chome 札幌市時計台

Daimaru Department Store

Conjointly developed along with Stella Place, Daimaru is built squarely on top of Sapporo Station. It is a huge department store housing specialty shops and the Daimaru shopping center on 6 levels. It also contains many great restaurants and a huge book store. Shops range from make-up and beauty counters, high end brand name stores (Gucci, Hermes, Tiffany & Co. etc.) to shoe stores and casual wear. Top

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Opening Hours	Shops : 10 am to 9 pm Restaurants : 11 am to 11 pm
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Location / Getting There	4 Chome-7 Kita 5 Jōnishi, Chūō-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 060-0005, Japan West Section of Sapporo Station.

Hassoan (Japanese Tea House)
Named a National Cultural Asset, this building was built during the early days of the Edo Period by the famous Enshu Kobori, an artist and grand master of gardening. This building is housed in a walled Japanese garden close to the north end of the park and is only observable from the outside. Top

Admission	Free
Opening Hours	9 am to 4 pm late April to early November.
Closed	All Winter
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Location / Getting There	Japan, 〒064-0931 Hokkaidō, Sapporo-shi, Chūō-ku, Nakajimakōen, 1 八窓庵 Take the Nanbokusen subway (Green line) to Nakajima Park Station. The tea house is in the walled garden on the north-east of the park.

Hoeikan

Built in 1880 it was originally a western style hotel under
the direct control of the “Kaitakushi” or the Colonial Development Office. This building was moved to Nakajima Park in 1958 and named as a National Cultural Asset.Top

Admission	Free
Opening Hours	9 am to 5 pm daily
Closed	December 29th to January 3rd
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Location / Getting There	Hōheikan, 1-20 Nakajimakōen, Chūō-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 064-0931, Japan Take the Naboku subway (Green line) to Nakajima Park station. It is about a 5 min walk on the east side.

Hokkaido Museum of Literature

Located about halfway along the park near the eastern entrance, this museum introduces Hokkaido’s literary history and some of the more famous writers that have come from this region. There are various historical materials to be viewed. Top

Admission	Adults ¥500 High School and University Students ¥250 Elementary and Junior High School Students Free.
Opening Hours	9:30 am to 5 pm daily
Closed	Mondays, December 27th to January 4th and occasional irregular closure
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Location / Getting There	Japan, 〒064-0931 Hokkaidō, Sapporo-shi, Chūō-ku, Nakajimakōen, 1−4 北海道立文学館 Take the Nanboku subway (Green line) to the Nakajima Park station. The museum is in the middle of the park, on the west side.

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Historical Museum of Hokkaido
Historical Village of Hokkaido
Centennial Memorial Tower
These three attractions offer a great insight into past eras of Hokkaido and are a highly recommended part of your tour.

The Historical Museum of Hokkaido has seven permanent exhibits which are based around differing themes. The museum has a lot of signage in English and it is also possible to get a guided tour in English (You may have to call and book ahead). There are also special exhibitions held a few times a year at irregular schedules. Call the museum directly for further details. Please note that the entry fees for special exhibitions may differ from the usual admission fees. Top

The Historical Village of Hokkaido is a great way to see some of the older style Meji and Taisho era buildings. They have all been restored and moved to this current, permanent location. There are more than 20 buildings of different kinds which give you a good perspective of the old Japanese life. There are various special events throughout the year and also craft demonstrations on occasion to be enjoyed. There is also an English pamphlet available. Top

The Centennial Memorial Tower and the surrounding 20 square kilometer Forest Park were created to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the founding of Hokkaido. There is an observation deck at the top of the tower which gives a commanding view of the surrounding area and Ishikari Plain. Top

Admission	Historical Museum of Hokkaido : Permanent Exhibition Adults ¥450 High School and University Students ¥150 Historical Village of Hokkaido : Adults ¥830 (¥680 December to March) High School and University Students ¥610 (¥550 December to March)
Opening Hours	Historical Museum of Hokkaido : 9:30 am to 4:30 pm daily Historical Village of Hokkaido : 9:30 am to 4:30 pm : October to May 9 am to 5 pm : June to September
Closed	Historical Museum of Hokkaido : Mondays, National Holidays and New Year Holidays
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Location / Getting There	Japan, 〒004-0006 Hokkaidō, Sapporo-shi, Atsubetsu-ku, Atsubetsuchō Konopporo, 50−1 北海道開拓の村

Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill
Included in many tourist bus trips this observation area is not the greatest highlight of Sapporo but does offer a nice general view to the city. There is a famous statue of Dr William S. Clark the founder of Hokkaido University and opened in January 2001the Sapporo Snow Festival Information Hall. For those who are thinking of getting married there is also a chapel which is situated in a nice setting near the fields of sheep. Top

Admission	High School and above ¥500 Junior High and under ¥300
Opening Hours	October to May : 9 am to 5 pm daily. June to September : 9 am to 9 pm daily.
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Location / Getting There	10 Chome-11-8 Fukuzumi 3 Jō, Toyohira-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 062-0043, Japan

Hokkaido Museum of Modern Art
This facility has permanent famous works of modern art with a focus on paintings and sculptures produced by artists in Hokkaido. There are also a large number of special exhibitions from Japanese and foreign artists held here. Top

Admission	Adults ¥510 High School and University Students ¥250
Opening Hours	9:30 - 17:00 daily
Closed	Mondays, Exhibit changing days and New Year Holidays
Contact	011-644-6882
Notes	Wheelchair access No parking
Location / Getting There	Japan, 〒060-0001 Hokkaidō, Sapporo-shi, Chūō-ku, Kita 1 Jōnishi, 17 Chome−2−1 北海道立近代美術館 5-minute walk from Nishi Juhatchome Station on the Subway Tozai Line

Hokkaido University

Hokkaido University was inaugurated in 1876 and was originally called  Sapporo Agricultural College. The university is famous among Japanese as being the first Agricultural College and has one of the largest campuses in Japan. Current enrollment numbers at the university have almost reached 20,000. The University is perhaps most beautiful in the summer and autumn months. The summer is a pleasant time to wander around the university and view some of the older buildings and also the all important bust of Dr William Clark, the first chancellor of the university. During the autumn the many poplar trees, showing beautiful autumn colors, are a favorite amongst amateur photographers. Top

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Opening Hours	Best times to visit are during the daylight hours in summer and autumn. *(It is however possible to visit the university at any time, but there is very little lighting, so some areas can be almost pitch black during the evening.)
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Location / Getting There	5 Chome-3-10 Kita 16 Jōnishi, Kita-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 001-0016, Japan

Jozankei Hot Spring Baths
Jozankei is one of the most famous hot-spring bath areas in Hokkaido. There are many hotels catering to all types of budgets. There is also a free "Ashi-yu" or "feet-hot-spring" bath toward the east end of the town. (Make sure to wash your feet at the tap provided before putting your toes in the water! Also use caution as the water can be quite hot.)  Top

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Location / Getting There	Jozankei, Minami-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō, Japan

Jugoshima Park
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Opening Hours	Open 24 hours 7:00 - 21:00 parking
Contact	011-581-3811
Notes	Walking paths, restrooms, free parking, picnic spot, fishing spot, playground, stage for events, popular in summer
Location / Getting There	35 minute drive south from Sapporo. Located along Toyohira River. Take Ishiyama Dori, route 230 and turn right at the Co-op supermarket. 5 Chome-13 Fujino 1 Jo, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 061-2281

Makomanai Park
A popular place for Sapporo residence during the summer, it also houses an ice skating rink that was used for the 1972 Olympics and a Salmon Museum. The salmon museum shows various stages of development for the fish and has some nice examples of larger fish and also an English guide pamphlet. Top

Admission	Salmon Museum : Free
Opening Hours	9:30 am to 4:30 pm daily
Closed	National holidays and New Year Holidays
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Location / Getting There	1-2 Makomanaikōen, Minami-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 005-0017, Japan

Maruyama Koen (Maruyama Park)

A particular favorite among residents of Sapporo, this beautifully laid out park has within its bounds the Huge Hokkaido Shrine, a Zoo and a High school Baseball Stadium. The park is well known for its large numbers of cherry trees which in Hokkaido usually blossom for about a week during May. In this season huge numbers of Japanese will gather for “Hanami” or cherry blossom parties. The parties consist of large groups of people, BBQ's and a lot of beer. The cherry blossom season is a celebration of the end of the long winter and the coming of summer. Maruyama Park also offers a forested area and many great walking trails for joggers and those wishing a little fresh air. Piano concerts are sometimes held in the open during the summer. Top

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Location / Getting There	3-1 Miyagaoka, Chūō-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 064-0959, Japan

Moerenuma Park

Moerenuma Park was designed by world renowned sculptor Isamu Noguchi. This enormous park covers some 170 ha. and combines natural settings and outdoor sculptures into a relaxing park environment. There are many different areas of play parks for the kids and open areas for picnics. There is a forest area to explore and many fountains. There are more than 5000 cherry trees in the park which makes it an excellent location for cherry bloom viewing in the spring. The area also houses soccer, baseball and athletics fields. A roller skating rink and tennis courts for the sports minded.Top

Admission	Free admission
Opening Hours	7:00 - 22:00
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Contact	011-790-1231
Notes	Parking available, Bicycles for hire, French restaurant in pyramid, Art gallery, Photography spot, Kids play area, Picnic spot, Water park, Wheelchair access
Location / Getting There	Take bus from Sapporo. Details see below. 1 Moerenumakōen, Higashi-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 007-0011, Japan

Mt Moiwa

There is an exceptional view of Sapporo and surrounds to be had from the top of Mt Moiwa during the day or night. During the day, weather permitting, it is possible to see as far as Ishikari Bay and also across to Jonzenkai Spa Area. The view of Sapporo lights at night is also quite spectacular. There is also a restaurant and souvenir shop at the summit. To reach the Summit you have the choice of taking a five minute gondola ride which connects to a three minute chairlift ride or you may drive up in the summer season. There is some free parking available near the gondola station entrance. Admission to the gondola closes about one hour before full closing time. Although the road is open in November you may need snow tires or chains during this month. Top

Admission	Ropeway + Morris Car (Round trip): Adults ¥1,700 Children ¥850 Road : Car ¥660 Motorbike ¥320 Mini Bus ¥1340
Opening Hours	Summer: 10:30 – 22:00 (last departure 21:30) Winter: 11:00 – 22:00 (last departure 21:30) Sightseeing road: Summer Season 10:30 – 22:00 (last admission 21:30)
Closed	Sightseeing road: Closed Winter
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Location / Getting There	1 Moiwayama, Minami-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 005-0041, Japan

Nakajima Park (Nakajima Koen)

Nakajima park is huge park south of the Susukino area and is the oldest park in Hokkaido. The park is a wonderful place to rest in the summer and is beautiful in the autumn with the changing colors of the trees. The park has a large pond in the middle where row boats can be rented. The weekends usually see the park full with families enjoying the summer and also there are often flea markets on Sundays (Note: the Japanese say ‘Free Market’ but this is just a mistake with pronunciation and the markets are not free.) There are several buildings of interest inside the park and two buildings are designated National Cultural Assets. Top
Within Nakajima Park some other attractions include : Sapporo Concert Hall (Kitara), Hoeikan, Hassoan (Japanese Tea House), Hokkaido Museum of Literature.

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Getting There	1-15 Nakajimakōen, Chūō-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 064-0931, Japan. Catch the "Nanboku-sen" (Green line) subway to Nakajima-koen station or Horohirabashi Station.

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Nijo Ichiba (Fish Market)
Ask any Japanese person about Hokkaido and one of the first things they will mention is the food and especially the seafood. Crowded into small alleyways and located near the end of Tanukikoji is the seafood basket of Sapporo. This area offers a vivid and amazingly colorful look at the various kinds of fish and seafood consumed in Japan. There is everything from salmon roe to king crab. The atmosphere is permeated with the fish sellers voices advertising their stock. There are beer bars and a few small restaurants which offer a great chance to try some of the freshest and most well known seafood in Japan at quite reasonable prices. The scallops and the salmon roe are particularly highly thought of in Japan. Top

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Opening Hours	10 am to 6 pm daily. Bars and restaurants open till late.
Closed	Sundays and Public Holidays.
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Getting There	Japan, 〒060-0053 Hokkaidō, Sapporo-shi, Chūō-ku, Minami 3 Jōhigashi, 1 Chome 第一海鮮丸

Odori Park

Originally constructed approximately 110 years ago as a fire barrier between the northern and southern ends of Sapporo city when all buildings were made of wood. It is about 100 meters wide, 13 blocks long and marks the center of the city. Odori is the host area of many of Sapporo's events and festivals including the Yuki Matsuri, the Yasokoi Dance Festival and the Sapporo Beer Festival. (Event Calendar) In the summer months the parks is a mecca for tired office workers and the general public wanting to relax and soak up some sun during Hokkaido's beautiful summer months. The park is changed seasonally and will be adorned in flowers and shrubs during the summer months and covered with lights during the winter months. Use Odori Subway Station exits numbers 3 and 4 to put yourself in the middle of the park. Top

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Opening Hours	Various events are held throughout the year.
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Getting There	Odori, Chūō-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 060-0042, Japan Catch the subway to Oodori station. The park runs from the Sapporo TV Tower west for 13 blocks.

Okurayama Ski Jump and Sapporo Winter Sports Museum

This 90 meter ski jump was constructed in 1972 when Japan hosted the Winter Olympic Games. Ski jumping events can be held here all year round during the day and night. A small chair lift lift will take you to the top where there is an observation deck and small cafe lounge with an incredible view of the city and it’s surroundings. Located in the same area at the bottom of the ski jump is the Sapporo Winter Sports Museum. This museum exhibits materials from the Japanese Winter Olympics and other historical winter sports materials. There is a restaurant and souvenir shop. Located in the museum is also a very popular ski jump simulator which gives you some idea of what the jumpers do. Top
 

Admission	Ski Jump : Junior High and Older ¥500 Elementary School Students¥300 Museum : High School and Older ¥600 Junior High School and Younger Free. Over 65 ¥450 (I. D. required)
Opening Hours	Ski Jump : 8:30 am to 6 pm daily : Aril 15th to October 31st 9 am to 5 pm daily : November 1st to March 31st Museum : 9 am to 6 pm daily : May to October 9:30 am to 5 pm daily : November to April
Closed	Ski Jump : April 1st to 15th Museum : Last Tuesday of every month and December 29th to January 3rd
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Getting There	Japan, 〒064-0958 Hokkaidō, Sapporo-shi, Chūō-ku, Miyanomori 大倉山ジャンプ競技場

Hokkaido Old Government Building and the Hokkaido Archives

This red brick neo-baroque western style building was the headquarters of the“Kaitakushi” or the Colonial Development Office. This department was responsible for the development and expansion of the Hokkaido region during the Meji era. Inside the building visitors are allowed to wander freely through almost all parts of the building. In several of the second floor rooms the Hokkaido Archives are housed. This archive consists of various fossils found in the Hokkaido region, tools and artifacts from the native Ainu tribes and various paintings, photographs and historical documents on the development of Hokkaido. Unfortunately there are very few explanations and signs for the exhibits in English. The building is also surrounded by a beautiful garden, which is almost always occupied by various artists. ---> READ MORE. Top

Admission	Free
Opening Hours	9 am to 5 pm daily
Closed	29th December to 3rd January
Contact	011-204-5019
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Getting There	6 Chome-1 Kita 2 Jōnishi, Chūō-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 060-0002, Japan

Pole Town
Pole Town is an underground shopping mall stretching from Oodori subway station at the northern end to Susukino subway station at the southern end. Various specialty shops, drug stores, shoe stores, bag stores, restaurants and cafes can be found here. Pole town also connects to the Tanukikoji Shopping Arcade and various other shopping malls along the way. Top

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Opening Hours	10am to 8pm.
Closed	Various public holidays and maintenance days.
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Getting There	Sapporo-Ekimae Dori, Chūō-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō, Japan Starts at Oodori subway station and ends at Susukino subway station.

Ramen Yokocho (Ramen Alley - Susukino)
Ramen are Chinese noodles adapted to Japan. Hokkaido is thought of by the Japanese as being the best area in the country for Ramen. The local specialty is “Miso Ramen”. This narrow alley is wall to wall ramen shops and a great place to try this delicious food. Remember to slurp your noodles as this is considered a compliment to the chef in Japan. Top

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Lafiler Department Store
Specialty shops, grocery store, eateries, Starbucks. Connected to Susukino subway station. Top

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Opening Hours	Shops: 10 am to 8pm Restaurants : 11am to 11pm
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Getting There	Japan, 〒064-0804 Hokkaidō, Sapporo-shi, Chūō-ku, 南4条西4丁目1番地 Connect to Susukino subway station and the Pole Town shopping mall.

Sapporo Art Park
Approximately 30 minutes drive from the center of Sapporo, the Art Park contains an outdoor sculpture garden, the Museum of Contemporary Art, a craft hall and craft studios. This complex is surrounded by a natural woodland offering a peaceful stroll around the various art works. Top

Admission	Adults ¥600 Junior High school and under Free
Opening Hours	9:45 am to 5 pm daily
Closed	Mondays from November 4th to April 28th (Following day if Monday is a National Holiday), New Years Holidays
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Sapporo Beer En (Sapporo Beer Garden)
Sapporo Beer Brewery was established in 1876 and is the oldest brewing company in Japan. There are guided tours of the brewery daily. The tours take about 40 minutes and include free drinks for 20 minutes at the end of the tour. Tours are all conducted in Japanese, although it is possible to get a (Japanese)-English language audiotape as you enter. All bookings for the tours are accepted at the front desk. There are also English pamphlets available at the front desk. Other buildings of the factory have been converted into the “Biergarten” which is a huge all you can eat and drink “Jingisukan ( Genghis Khan)” or Japanese Mongolian BBQ, consisting of huge plates of lamb slices and vegetables, cooked on a hat shaped metal BBQ plate. The atmosphere is usually quite lively at night. Be sure to wear the paper bib provided to protect your clothing from oil splashes and place your bags in the plastic liners also provided. Be aware that your clothing will most likely have a very strong smell after being at any Genghis Kahn restaurant. Top

Admission	Brewery Museum and Tour : Free Biergarten : Cost is usually between ¥2500 to ¥3500, depending on course chosen.
Opening Hours	8:40 am to 4:40 pm : June to August. 9 am to 3:40 pm September to May.
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Getting There	Japan, 〒060-0907 Hokkaidō, Sapporo-shi, Higashi-ku, Kita 7 Jōhigashi, 9 Chome−2 サッポロビール博物館 Catch a bus from number four station near the north exit of Sapporo Station, or any Sapporo Beer Factory bus.

Sapporo Chuo Library
The Sapporo Chuo Library has a fantastic collection of all kinds of books and a very extensive foreign section. There are books on various subjects, novels, video tapes, cds and newspapers. The books, cds and videos are lent on a weekly basis or can be used in the machines at the library. It is free to join the library if you live in Sapporo. You must bring some I. D. showing you are a Sapporo resident. (Usually your alien registration card) There are also some English speaking staff that will be happy to assist you. There is a nice garden area surrounding the library and a cafe on the basement floor. Various small exhibitions are shown on the first floor. Top

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Opening Hours	12 pm to 7 pm : Tuesdays, 9:15 am to 7 pm : Wednesday to Friday, 9:15 am to 5:15 pm : Saturday and Sunday
Closed	Mondays, National Holidays and last day of the month, New Year Holidays
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Getting There	13 Chome-1-1 Minami 22 Jōnishi, Chūō-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 064-0922, Japan

Sapporo City Hall
Sapporo City Hall is a 19 story structure located near the center of Sapporo. At the top of the city hall is an observation deck that can be visited free of charge. There is also a restaurant. Top

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Contact	011-211-2111
Getting There	North 1 West 2 From Oodori Subway Station take exit number 4 and head north. About 2 min. walk

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Sapporo Concert Hall (Kitara)

Completed in 1997 the Sapporo Concert Hall or Kitara as it is locally known is a beautiful structure which hosts many of the Sapporo Symphony concerts. The main hall can seat over 2000 people while the second hall can seat over 450. Kitara’s crowning glory is a gigantic 4,976 piece pipe organ made by Alfred Kern of France which took about two years to build. The ticket center is located on the first floor and there is a restaurant and a small shop inside that are open to all to visit. Top

Admission	Varies depending on event
Opening Hours	Ticket center and shop : 10 am to 5:30 pm when no evening concert. 10 am to 7 pm when evening concert. Restaurant : 11:30 am to 9 pm when no evening concert. 11:30 am to 10 pm when evening concert.
Closed	1st and 3rd Monday and other occasional holidays
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Getting There	Japan, 〒064-0931 Hokkaidō, Sapporo-shi, Chūō-ku, Nakajimakōen, 1−15 札幌コンサートホール・キタラ Take the Nanboku subway line to Nakajima Park station. The hall is located near the center of the park. 5 min walk

Sapporo Dome
This huge structure was initially designed and constructed for the 2002 Japan-Korea Soccer World Cup. Construction was completed in 2001 and the dome has a regular seating capacity of over 42 000 people. After the end of the world cup the dome is now regularly used for baseball matches and is the home ground of the Nippon Ham Fighters Baseball Club. It also plays host to a variety of exhibitions, concerts and shows. The dome has the ability to transport its entire playing surface from inside to outside with the field hovering on an air cushion and pushed by electric wheels. This allows for for indoor and outdoor events and also the field area can then be used for shows and seating at large scale concerts. The dome contains several fast food restaurants and a fans cafe as well as a souvenir shop for event and sports goods. Most major or large scale events in Sapporo will be at the Sapporo Dome. Top

Admission	Varies depending on event.
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Contact	011-200-8066
Getting There	Sapporo Dome, 1 Hitsujigaoka, Toyohira-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 062-0045, Japan Take the Toho Subway Line to Fukuzumi Station (Last Stop). It is about a 10 min walk north. (Follow the crowd!)

Sapporo Factory

Also constructed in 1876 as part of the Sapporo Beer Breweries enterprise, these large red brick warehouses and factory areas were renovated in 1993 to form the massive shopping and entertainment complex known as Sapporo Factory. There are a large number of specialty stores and restaurants. This shopping complex also houses Japans largest indoor park in the massive atrium area of the shopping center. In this area small concerts and various exhibitions and shows are often held. There is also the Universal Cinema 11 movie theater complex which houses an Imax screen and the Nissan Motor Gallery, with some of the latest models of cars on display from the Nissan Motor Company. Top

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Opening Hours	Shops : 10 am to 8 pm Restaurants : 11 am to 10 pm (Times may change seasonally)
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Getting There	Japan, 〒060-0032 Hokkaidō, Sapporo-shi, Chūō-ku, Kita 2 Jōhigashi, 4 Chome サッポロファクトリー

Sapporo Science Center
The science center is based around involvement as well as observation. This means that children can have an especially fun time using and playing with some of the exhibits in a hands on fashion. There are English pamphlets available to help you with your tour. Top

Admission	Adults ¥700
Opening Hours	9:30 am to 4 pm daily
Closed	Mondays, public holidays, last Tuesday of every month and New Year holidays
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Spica (STV Media Park)
Part of STV’ s televisions media facilities. The media park holds various events throughout the year which can be attended by the public. (Please check with the Spica staff for details) There is also a restaurant and a small shop for media and other event related souvenirs can be purchased. Top

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Opening Hours	10 am to 7 pm Daily
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Contact	011-280-7812
Getting There	North 1 West 8 Chuoku Take the Tozai Subway Line to Nishi-Juichome Station. It is a 5 min. walk.

Stella Place & JR Tower
Stella Place along with Dimaru Department Store was completed in 2003 and is one of the latest editions to the Sapporo shopping scene. The nine story shopping center consists of two main areas Stella Place Center and Stella Place East. Inside you will find 161 specialty stores and 22 restaurants of varying styles. There is also a cinema on the 7th and 8th floors comprising 12 screens for all the latest movie action. JR Tower is attached to Stella Place and is 38 stories high. Located inside there are varying offices, a medical center, hotel and even a hot spa resort. There is also a wonderful observation deck on the 38th floor which gives a spectacular view of Sapporo. On the observation deck there is a cafe, souvenir shop and a bathroom with a fantastic view. (Sorry boys only!) Top

Admission	Tower Observatory : Adults ¥900 High school to 4 yo. ¥500 Under 4 yo. ¥300
Opening Hours	Shops : 10 am to 9 pm Restaurants : 11 am to 11pm Tower : 10 am to 11 pm
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Contact	Stella Place : 011-209–5100 JR Tower : 011-209–5050
Getting There	Japan, 〒060-0806 Hokkaidō, Sapporo-shi, Kita-ku, Kita 6 Jōnishi, 2 Chome−2−1 Sapporo Station, Sapporo

Susukino
Just south of of Tanukikoji and marked on the corner by the massive Nikka Whiskey sign is the Susukino entertainment district. This area stretches for about six blocks north to south and east to west. There are almost 5000 restaurants, bars, cafes, night clubs and hostess bars in this area. It is one of the most famous entertainment areas in Japan and the largest of its kind north of Tokyo. The bars and clubs can range from the cheap to the extremely expensive. This area is crowded most days until the morning hours but particularly so on Friday and Saturday nights. If you wish to find a restaurant on these days try to book ahead or be prepared to wait. If you’re out for a few drinks then consider using one of the “Nomihodai” or all you can drink plans. In Hokkaido these plans are offered at most restaurants and often bars too. For the price of two or three drinks you can consume all you like for a set period of time. Times are generally offered for 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes. Prices vary from about ¥1000 to ¥3500+ depending on the course chosen and the bar. Many bars and restaurants in this area will be open until very late in the morning or sometimes even 24 hours. Some restaurants may not open their doors until about midnight. Many establishments are closed on Sundays. Top

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Opening Hours	Most places open in the evening to late evening.
Closed	Most places are closed Sundays and other various national holidays or event days.
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Getting There	Japan, 〒064-0804 Hokkaidō, Sapporo-shi, Chūō-ku, 南4条西4丁目1番地

Takino Suzuran Hillside Park
The park has many activities including a fishing pond. The pond is very well stocked with fish and even the worst fisherman should be able to get a catch or two here. There are also bicycles for rent and walking treks. There is a small river and waterfalls located within the park to be enjoyed and a lovely restaurant in the park also. In the winter it is possible to rent skis for some cross country fun. This park can be quite crowded on weekends so if you looking for some quiet time then a week day visit is recommended. Top

Admission	Fishing Pond : Adults ¥2100 per hour Children ¥1800 per hour (both prices include equipment rental) Bicycles : Adults ¥250 Children ¥100 per two hours Skis : Adults ¥520 Children ¥310
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Tanukikoji Shopping Mall

Tanukikoji shopping mall is a covered mall area in the center of Sapporo. Consisting of seven blocks. The first 6 blocks have various shops hotels, and dinning areas. The seventh block has a much older roof and consists mainly of restaurants. Tanukikoji shopping mall is also connected to the "Pole Town" underground shopping area by escalators and step at the 3rd and 4th blocks. Be sure to check out the small Tanuki Shrine half way along the mall.  Top

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Opening Hours	10 am to about 8pm Some shops and restaurants open later.
Closed	Various public holidays and maintenance days.
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Getting There	Sapporo-Ekimae Dori, 4 Chome Minami 3 Jōnishi, Chūō-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 060-0063, Japan

Tiera
Tiera is a community center located at Miyanozawa Subway Station. It gives people a chance to get involved in many different sorts of activities and types of study. The center contains a soundproof recording studio, theater studio, rooms ranging in size from 24 to 108 people seating and a computer room. Tiera Hall has a seating capacity of 436 people and can be used for plays, musicals and concerts. There is also Media Plaza about “learning”. Top

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Opening Hours	Community Center : 8:45 am to 10 pm Media Plaza : 9 am to 9 pm
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Contact	011-671-2200
Getting There	Miyanozawa Subway Station

TV Tower

The Sapporo TV Tower is the tallest tower in northern Japan and stands 147.2 meters tall. The tower offers an observation deck at the top which can be accessed by elevators, and even by stairs in the summer months. The view from the top of the tower is an excellent way to get a general orientation of the city and its surrounding areas. Great views of the snow festival and lighting displays are also to been seen. Top

Admission	Elevator fees : Adults ¥700 High School Students ¥600 Junior High School Students ¥400 Elementary School Students ¥300 Children ¥100
Opening Hours	9 am to 9 pm daily : late April to late October. 9 am to 10 pm daily : July to August. 9:30 pm to 9 pm daily : late October to late April.
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Location / Getting There	Soseigawa Dori, 1 Chome Ōdōrinishi, Chūō-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 060-0042, Japan

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