| Admission | - |
| Opening Hours | 8:00 - 18:00 |
| Contact | 011-578-3361 |
| Notes | Walking paths, restrooms, free parking, picnic spot, cherry blossom viewing, autumn trees, scenic spot, no public transport |
| Location / Getting There | The park is about a 45 minute drive from Sapporo. Take Ishiyama Dori (route 230) south west, heading towards Jozankei. The park is 10 minutes before Jozankei on the left hand side. There are no train stations near here. 604-2 Koganeyu, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 061-2274 |
This park is a popular place to enjoy some outdoor scenery. Koganeyu Sakura no Mori Park is especially beautiful in the spring and the autumn. The spring time sees the arrival the cherry blossoms that come out early May. This is a nice space to walk around and enjoy the cherry blossoms in full bloom. There are a few walking paths around the park plus there are large well kept grass areas to enjoy. These spaces are the perfect spot to have a picnic or sit and lay down on a blanket and take in the fresh air. This is not a busy park and is great for couples or for kids to run around.
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The autumn here is equally as good as the spring. The changing of the leaves here is beautiful as there is a backdrop of the mountain foliage across the river on the other side of the road. This park is also surrounded by orchards as well. Walking around this park with the changing leaves and a brisk breeze is fantastic. There is a main path that heads up at an incline to the top of the park. At the top, there are some benches under an awning to rest and get a view of the whole park.
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥1100 - ¥2000 |
| Opening Hours | 11:00 - 15:00 Lunch 17:00 - 23:00 Dinner |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 011-757-3116 North 24 store 011-213-7778 Kotoni |
| Notes | Indian restaurant, delivery, 2 stores in Sapporo, no parking |
| Location | There are 2 stores in Sapporo. Both are within a 2 minute walk from subway stations. One being at north 24 (Kitanijuyojo Station). The other being in Kotoni (Kotoni subway station exit 2) 001-0024 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Kita Ward, Kita 24 Jonishi, 4 Chome−2−10 Sumibiyaki Gen 5 Chome-4-17 Kotoni 1 Jo, Nishi Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 063-0811 |
Mohan Dish has two restaurants in the city of Sapporo. They both have the same items on the menu. They have dozens of delicious Indian meals to enjoy and you will have no problem finding your favorite dishes. Mohan Dish has is open both for lunch and for dinner and each have their own special set meals. Over forty spices are used and selected to create the authentic taste of India. To go with the meal, they have a total of eleven different types of naan to mop up and dip into your curry.
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The set meals include a choice of three side dishes. One being a naan set, another the rice set, and the third being a half and half including both. Spice levels range from mainly zero to five. If you want to go for a higher spice level, then you can talk to the staff. For large groups, you can opt for a party plan. This is ¥2700 per person, and comes with an alcoholic drink and a number of dishes and naan. Whether it is lunch or dinner, extras on the menu include delicious tandoori chicken, salads and vegetables. For drinks you can enjoy some mouth cooling lassis.
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥600 - ¥1000 per drink |
| Opening Hours | 20:00 - 01:00 *Sunday closes at midnight |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 016-627-0999 |
| Notes | Bar, pool table, tables for groups, seating 50, no parking |
| Location | This can be found in the centre of Asahikawa in the entertainment district. It's a 9 minute walk from Asahikawa station 〒070-0032 Hokkaido, Asahikawa, 2 Jodori, 7 Chome, Yoshitake Building |
The Den is a well known bar that is famous for being an international bar in the city of Asahikawa. This bar was originally run by an Australian national and has been going ever since. It is a western style pub that serves up a variety of international beers. This bar is also a sports bar where the customers can enjoy their favorite sports. There is a large screen to show the latest events. The bar has counter seating, where you can chat to the friendly bar tender. This is a comfortable atmosphere to meet the locals, speak English and enjoy a drink.
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Inside the bar, there is a small billiard table to enjoy. This is free to use which is a bonus! There is small tables for small groups plus a large table in the corner for larger parties. This bar serves up some bar food. Being an international bar you can find a variety of different dishes to choose from. The Den has a lot of history and if you are traveling to Asahikawa and have a night out then this is a good place to check out, especially if you are traveling from overseas!
| Admission | Free |
| Opening Hours | Open 24 hours |
| Closed | - |
| Notes | Beach, camping area, paid parking, BBQ spot, swimming spot, small bars in the summer |
| Location / Getting There | Otaru dream beach is about a 40 minute drive north west from Sapporo. A car is preferable. For those taking public transport, you need to take a train (Hakodate Line) to Otaru and get off at Hoshioki station. From there it is a 50 minute walk so a taxi would be better. Alternatively, the bus near Hoshioki station is No.81, and that is 5 stops, and from then it is a 30 minute walk to the beach. 3, 70 Zenibako, Otaru, Hokkaido, 047-0261 Japan |
There are two main beaches that the locals of Sapporo go to during the summer. One being Aso Beach Ishikari and the other is Otaru Dream Beach. Ishikari Beach is a quieter and more relaxing place to spend a summer day, where as Otaru Dream beach is a busier spot with more of a party atmosphere. This is mainly due to the fact there are more beach bars that line the sand. These bars serve as small places that serve food and BBQ supplies plus offering tables for beach goers to cook their own food. They also serve alcohol for those to enjoy.
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The ‘beach bars’ are slightly run down and serve only as temporary bars and eateries for a couple of months. They are open until the evening and sometimes kick on until late at night. There is also the occasional beach party event. There is no real accommodation around this long beach but there is a camping ground on the beach. This costs around ¥1000 but if you come late, then you can avoid this. Also parking for cars is about ¥500 for the day. There are signs and collectors near the entrance. This beach is mainly for a younger crowd who enjoy the BBQs and although it is not a particularly clean beach, it is a fun beach. If you are looking for something quieter, Then Ishikari Beach is a better option.
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥1100 - ¥2000 |
| Opening Hours | 11:00 - 17:00 |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 013-327-5260 |
| Notes | Pasta restaurant, take-out, no delivery, card accepted, parking available, car needed |
| Location | This restaurant can be found at the The Nordic Winds Tobetsu road station which is about a 35 minutte drive east from Sapporo. It is in the Tobetsu region, along route 337. 7474411 Tobetsubutou, Tobetsu, Ishikari District, Hokkaido 061-3773 |
Cafe Terzina is located in the The Nordic Winds Tobetsu road station. This building is designed in a European fashion, emulating Sweden which the town has a close friendship with. Within this large hall, you can find places to shop and a few places to eat. The other small eateries (Smile Cafe & Restaurant Ari) are for take away and smaller dishes. Cafe Terzina is a larger Italian restaurant with nice views over the farmlands through the large windows. It is a “relaxing environment in Sapporo but far enough away to forget the city”. Cafe Terzina serves up some well priced Italian pastas using seasonal ingredients from Tobetsu.
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The restaurant is headed by a Japanese chef, who in 1991, moved to Venice, Italy. He is a big advocate of “Hokkaido Italian cuisine” using Hokkaido ingredients. The menu here has a great lunch menu which has three choices. A casual lunch which is a main dish with bread. The A course which also comes with an appetizer platter. And the B course which comes with the appetizer platter and a dessert. They have some nice pastas, plus a famed baked risotto. The desserts here are also have an Italian flair. You can find all this for under ¥2000 so it’s a good bargain. And after lunch, you can walk around the area and do a little gift shopping.
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥2000 |
| Opening Hours | 17:00 - 03:00 Mondays to Thursdays 17:00 - 04:00 Fridays & Saturdays 17:00 - 0:200 Sundays |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 011-5202-860 https://pizzeriaandbaramalfi.com/ |
| Notes | Pizzeria & bar, seating 50, credit card accepted, no parking (paid parking close by) |
| Location | The restaurant is located in Sapporo, Susukino. It is a 2 minute walk south from Susukino subway station. The bar is on the ground floor, and opens out to the street. 〒064-0805 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 5 Jonishi, 4 Chome, N Center Building 1F |
Amalfi is a really great place to check out while experiencing the nightlife of Sapporo. During the summer months, this nicely designed bar and restaurant has an opening out onto the street, making it a comfortable space to wine and dine. Amalfi serves as a bar and as a dining space. They have some really delicious food here, but first let’s look at the drink menu. Quite affordable, the drinks are well presented and mixed to perfection by the professional staff. They have a huge cocktail menu including a popular fruit iced cocktail. They also have spirits on ice, and beer
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The food here is equally well presented. They have some really fantastic small dishes to nibble on and which compliments the drink. For oyster lovers, they have delicious fresh oysters on ice, plus dried tomatoes drizzled in olive oil, olives, and cheeses to name a few. If you are more peckish, Amalfi specializes in Italian cuisine. They have pastas and pizzas on the menu. There is counter seating for couples or for those on their own, plus there are booths for up to four people on one side of the bar, and out the back, there is more space for those wishing for a bigger party. Amalfi is definitely worth a visit if you are out of town. You won’t be disappointed.
