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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.

Yukitouro (Snow Candle Way)

Yukitouro (Snow Candle Way) is a snow candle event that’s held at the Jozankei Shrine. The grounds are illuminated by 2,000 candles. A free shuttle bus runs during the event period between the Jozankei Onsen town and the shrine. Be sure to check it out.

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.

Indoor facilities where you can watch the White Illumination at your leisure

Something not to be missed on a winter holiday in Sapporo is the Sapporo White Illumination, which starts in the center of the city from the end of November. We pick out facilities and restaurants where you can enjoy the illuminations from indoors by venue. Instead of only enjoying them while sightseeing, on a date...

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.

2023 Sapporo White Illumination

Endless color sparkles in the white Sapporo winter Odori Park: Nov. 22, 2023 – Dec. 25Sapporo Station Ekimaedori: Nov. 22, 2023 – Feb. 11, 2024Minami 1-jo dori: Nov. 22, 2023 – Mar. 14, 2024Sapporo Kita 3-jo Plaza (Akapla): Nov. 22, 2023 – Mar. 14, 2024JR Sapporo Station South Exit Plaza: Nov. 22, 2023 – Mar....

Sports tourism in Sapporo! Enjoy the thrills of snowboarding even if you’re a beginner

Sapporo’s ski areas offer a full range of lessons for beginners, and more and more international visitors are trying snowboarding for the first time right here. For this article, we will take a closer look at the lessons offered at Sapporo Kokusai Skiing Resort, popular for its private lessons in English. If you’re interested in trying snowboarding, definitely head here to experience the thrills of this winter sport. Beginners welcome!

Sports tourism in Sapporo! Enjoy skiing through popular ski programs designed for beginners.

Ski areas are easily accessible by public transit, making it a popular winter activity for visitors to Sapporo. Many ski competitions take place from January to March, which are fun for spectators to witness firsthand the powerful display of skiing skills in action. For those who may be wondering if beginners can really enjoy skiing, we will introduce a popular program called “Skiing for the First Time” offered at Sapporo Teine, a venue that played host to the 1972 Winter Olympics. Don’t miss out on the fun of skiing down a pure white snowfield.

Sports tourism in Sapporo! Enjoy an exciting game of curling with everyone.

Hokkaido has no shortage of year round venues dedicated to curling, which even attract visitors from other prefectures to practice. The Hokkaido Bank Curling Stadium in Sapporo offers free lessons for beginners, enabling visitors to enjoy a mini game of curling. Be sure to give curling a try on your next visit!

KITA KITCHEN—Marui Imai Hokkaido Foods Specialty Shop

Kita Kitchen is a specialty shop that carries high quality products made in Hokkaido and discovered by the buyers of Marui Imai department store. Here, you can find many unique and hidden gems, from processed goods that make great souvenirs to seasonal ingredients and freshly made confections that can be eaten on the spot. Be sure to stop by the next time you’re around Sapporo’s underground shopping street.

KING ∞ XMHU (KING XMHU)

Sapporo’s leading dance club is an entertainment space that offers a range of special female-only services.

The Ganso Sapporo Ramen Yokocho

The Ganso Sapporo Ramen Yokocho is a tourism hot spot in Susukino that features 17 ramen shops, each of which has its own unique take on Sapporo's signature miso ramen. This popular spot for visitors and locals alike is often crowded with tourists throughout the day, and is especially frequented by locals for a night snack after an evening out drinking. This is the hub of Sapporo's miso ramen culture.