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About the Earthquake on 21st Feb 2019

About the Earthquake on 21st Feb 2019

Please check the site of City of Sapporo about the newest information on the Earthquake 2/21.https://www.city.sapporo.jp/city/english/index.html Announcement from the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) – The quake occurred at a depth of 33 kilometers in Iburi region.– Magnitude 5.8 Earthquake.– There is no risk of tsunami. Information on the Earthquake 2/21 *External linkhttp://www.jma.go.jp/en/quake/20190221122646393-21212246.html Public Transportation Status...

Ishikari Asobeach (Ishikari Bay Beach Swimming Destination)

Ishikari Asobeach (Ishikari Bay Beach Swimming Destination)

The Ishikari Asobeach (Ishikari Bay Beach Swimming Destination) is one of the few beach swimming destinations in Hokkaido, located in the outskirts of Sapporo. With rentals available for swimming tubes and barbecue sets that include ingredients and equipment, you can take part in various activities even if you arrive empty-handed. Enjoy a day at the beach combined with a visit to the nearby hot spring, cafés, and a park with around 180 types of wild plants.

Behind-the-scenes information about the creation process of the large snow sculptures at the Sapporo Snow Festival, Sapporo ‘s most famous winter event

Behind-the-scenes information about the creation process of the large snow sculptures at the Sapporo Snow Festival, Sapporo ‘s most famous winter event

Sapporo Snow Festival is the first event that comes to mind when thinking of winter in Sapporo. Odori Park, one of the event venues, is adorned with ice and snow sculptures of all sizes. Every year, the large snow sculptures which measure between 12 and 15 meters tall draw the most attention from the crowd. The creation process of these sculptures is actually carried out onsite from January, while preparations begin in autumn of the previous year. Let’s take a behind-the-scenes look at the process behind these large snow sculptures unknown even to Sapporoites. In this issue, we will examine the creation process for the large snow sculptures used by the Sapporo Snow Festival Large Snow Sculptures Creation Committee and Self Defense Forces’ ice block technique.

2017 Sapporo International Art Festival

2017 Sapporo International Art Festival

The 2017 Sapporo International Art Festival (SIAF 2017) set to begin on August 6, 2017 is an art festival held in Sapporo once every three years. The festival serves as the venue for various events and exhibitions that take place at the city’s entertainment districts, shopping arcades, and parks, where you can enjoy both art and nature. Schedule a visit to coincide with this event so that you can enjoy art and sightseeing while taking a walk around downtown Sapporo.