| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥1000 - ¥2000 |
| Opening Hours | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Closed | Sundays |
| Contact | 011-785-5778 |
| Notes | Coffee shop, parking available, arts & craft store, seating 20, cash only, non smoking |
| Location | By subway: Take the Toho Subway Line to Sakaemachi Station. Wada Coffee is approximately a 12-minute walk from the station (about 1 km). By bus: The Kita 49-jo Higashi 15-chome bus stop is very close to the café, approximately a 1-minute walk away. By car: Parking is available at the café. Address: 16-7-3 Kita 49-jo Higashi, Higashi-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 007-0849 |
Located in Sapporo’s Higashi Ward at right near Yurigahara Park, Wada Coffee is a traditional Japanese coffee shop with a distinctive retro interior and a collection of antiques, ornaments and vintage objects. The café has a surprisingly substantial food menu. Choices include set meals and lunch plates, along with dishes such as hamburg steak, curry and lasagna. Past menus have also featured bacon-and-egg curry, tortilla pizza and pancakes. For something lighter, there are cake and dessert sets, including homemade-style sweets.
Coffee is naturally a main feature, with both hot and iced coffee available and different beans and monthly coffee selections appearing on the menu. A coffee and dessert set makes it a good option for an afternoon visit, while the larger meals make Wada Coffee equally suitable for lunch. With its old-fashioned interior, extensive food menu and traditional coffee-shop atmosphere, Wada Coffee is an interesting example of Sapporo’s long-established kissaten culture.
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| Notes | Shinto shrine, parking available |
| Location / Getting There | By car : About 1 hour 10 minutes. Take National Route 274 towards Kitahiroshima. Continue towards Yuni. Near Yuni town, follow local roads to the shrine in the Furusan area. By train : Take a JR train from Sapporo Station to Yuni Station. Usually requires one transfer (often at Iwamizawa). About 1 hour 20–40 minutes. From Yuni Station, take a taxi. Furusan, Yuni, Yubari District, Hokkaido 069-1216 |
Yuni Togakushi Shrine is a small rural Shinto shrine located in the Furusan district of Yuni, Hokkaido. Although little is known about its exact origins, it is believed to have been established during Hokkaido’s settlement period in the late 19th or early 20th century by pioneers who brought their faith from mainland Japan. Like many small community shrines, it was likely dedicated to protecting local families, ensuring good harvests, and watching over the growing farming community. Today, the shrine remains a quiet place of worship. It’s in a nice small park in Yuni next to the Furuyama Reservoir. A good place to walk around and picnic by.
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| Opening Hours | Open 24 hours Nakayoshi Zoo 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Zoo Admission | Free |
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| Contact | 012-3720-706 https://t-daria.com/parktop/ |
| Notes | Walking paths, baseball field, small zoo, shops, toilets, camping area |
| Location / Getting There | By car, it takes about 1 hour via Route 274 / expressway depending on traffic. Free parking is available at the park. By train, from JR Sapporo Station, take a train toward Iwamizawa on the Hakodate Main Line. Transfer at Iwamizawa Station to the Muroran Main Line bound for Kuriyama Station. It's a 15 minute walk from there. 2 Chome-38-16 Sakuraoka, Kuriyama, Yubari District, Hokkaido 069-1501 |
Kuriyama Park is a peaceful recreational park in Hokkaido known for its seasonal beauty, open green spaces, and family-friendly atmosphere. The park is especially popular during spring when cherry blossoms bloom throughout the grounds, attracting visitors from nearby Sapporo and surrounding towns. In autumn there are stalls selling autumn produce plus there are pumpkins dotted around the park. There is a large steam train also as a permanent attraction. Inside the park is Nakayoshi Zoo, a small community zoo where children and families can interact with animals such as rabbits, ponies, deer, monkeys, and birds. The zoo’s relaxed environment, free admission, and hands-on experiences make it a charming destination for families and nature lovers. Together, Kuriyama Park and Nakayoshi Zoo offer a quiet and enjoyable escape from the city with walking trails, picnic areas, and opportunities to experience Hokkaido’s natural scenery.
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| Park Golf | ¥1000 - ¥2000 depending on season |
| Restaurant | ¥1000 - ¥2000 per person |
| Opening Hours | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | https://www.vm-net.ne.jp/elk/ |
| Notes | Park golf, walking paths, Italian restaurant, winery, small parking available |
| Location / Getting There | *By car : from central Sapporo, it takes around 30–40 minutes depending on traffic. Head south on Route 230 toward Jozankei. Near Fujino, turn at the Fujino 3-2 intersection and continue about 2 km into the hills. Free parking is available on site. *By public transport : take the Namboku Subway Line to Makomanai Station, then transfer to the Jotetsu Bus bound for Jozankei or Fujino. Get off at “Fujino 4-jo 2-chome,” then it’s about a 7-minute walk to the park. 663 Fujino, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 061-2271 |
Nestled on the quiet outskirts of Sapporo, Elk no Mori Park offers a peaceful escape. Surrounded by forests and open green spaces, the park is known for its calm atmosphere, walking trails, and seasonal scenery that changes dramatically throughout the year. In spring and summer, the area comes alive with deep green foliage and fresh mountain air, while autumn paints the park in rich reds, oranges, and golds. Beyond its peaceful walking trails, Elk Nomori Park also has a park golf course and is home to beautiful flower gardens, a small local winery, and a cozy countryside café restaurant that make the area feel like a hidden retreat in the hills of southern Sapporo. Entry is free and there are lots of little nooks and gardens to sit and enjoy.
Set among the vineyards and flower gardens of Elk no Mori Park, カフェ＆レストランヴィーニュ offers a peaceful countryside dining experience just outside the city. The cozy restaurant is known for its handmade pasta, pizza, and seasonal dishes made with fresh Hokkaido ingredients. Large windows overlook the gardens and surrounding greenery, creating a relaxing atmosphere where visitors can enjoy a quiet lunch or coffee while taking in the natural scenery.
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥1000 - ¥2000 |
| Opening Hours | 10:30 - 14:00 |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 0133-79-2504 |
| Notes | Cash only, parking available, seating 20 |
| Location / Getting There | By car from Sapporo, it's about a 1.5–2 hours drive Take National Route 231 north along the coast. When you reach Hamamasu, turn near the fishing port area, the restaurant is close to the seaside *This coastal drive is actually really scenic—cliffs, sea views, very “Hokkaido road trip” vibe. 17-3 Hamamasuku Kawashimo, Ishikari, Hokkaido 061-3106 |
Ishikari is located along the east coast of Hokkaido not too far from Sapporo and just across the roaad from Kawashimo Beach Park. Along the coastal road there a couple of places to stop for a meal. Misaki Shokudo is one of these. At its heart, Misaki Shokudo is a classic syokudō: welcoming, and focused on local dishes rather than presentation. The menu reflects its coastal surroundings, with dishes like ramen and seafood rice bowls (kaisendon) featuring fresh ingredients from nearby waters. These meals are typically affordable and filling, making it a popular stop for those exploring the coastline or passing through the region. The interior is modest, often with a homely, slightly weathered feel that mirrors the harsh winters and salty sea air of Hokkaido’s coast. Opening mainly during the daytime (around late morning to early afternoon), it operates on a rhythm that suits both locals and travelers looking for a relaxed lunch spot. Misaki Shokudo holds a steady reputation among local diners. It’s the kind of place you don’t visit for luxury—you visit for authenticity.
| Cost per night | Free Parking is ¥1000 for cars and ¥300 for bikes from mid July to mid August |
| Open | May 1st - October 31st |
| Contact | 011-3379-2029 |
| Notes | Small campsite Covered cooking area Washing area Toilets Convenience across the road |
| Location / Getting There | By Car (recommended): The drive takes about 1 hour 40 minutes via Route 231 (Ororon Line) heading north towards Hamamasu. By Bus: Public transport is limited. The Engan Bus (沿岸バス) runs a service from Sapporo that stops at the Hamamasu bus stop. This bus typically runs only on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays (and major holidays), leaving Sapporo at 4:10 PM and returning from Hamamasu at 8:30 AM. From the Hamamasu bus stop, it is a roughly 1.7 km walk south to the park Hamamasuku Kawashimo, Ishikari, Hokkaido 061-3106, Japan |
Kawashimo Beach Park is a peaceful seaside camping destination in Hokkaido, offering visitors a relaxed escape surrounded by natural beauty. Set along a quiet stretch of coastline, the park features open grassy camping areas, easy access to the beach, and scenic ocean views that are especially striking at sunrise and sunset. It’s a great spot for swimming, fishing, and unwinding in a calm, uncrowded environment, making it ideal for both families and solo campers looking to enjoy a simple, nature-focused getaway. There is free parking available and the wide camping area gives you a bit of privacy. Many people who camp here enjoy fishing as it seems a popular spot for it.
