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Escape to Sapporo

The place to go for powdered snow

Escape to Sapporo

The place to go for powdered snow

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Explore Hokkaido's capital

Explore Hokkaido's capital

On the northern island of Hokkaido, Sapporo awaits to welcome you into a world of powder snow, the awe-inspiring ice sculptures of the annual Sapporo Snow Festival, crisp beers and hearty regional dishes. Keep exploring…

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Things to Do

Sapporo invites you to carve down world-class ski slopes, savor renowned local gourmet specialties, explore vibrant urban attractions, and unwind in soothing hot springs.

SNOW

SNOW

Sapporo has a population of about two million people and receives some five meters of powder snow each winter, making it one of very few large cities in the world to enjoy such abundant snowfall.

CUISINE

CUISINE

Surrounded by three ocean currents, Hokkaido is a treasure trove of incredible seafood. The vast expanses of the island are also a thriving hotbed of dairy farming and other agriculture, ideal for growing the very best local produce.

CITY

CITY

Sapporo is Japan's fifth biggest city, and the largest north of Tokyo. Enjoy exquisite cuisine created from the blessings of nature, plentiful shopping, and myriad artistic and cultural experiences together with the vibrant nightlife of one of Japan's leading entertainment districts.

JOZANKEI ONSEN

JOZANKEI ONSEN

Around one hour by car from the center of Sapporo is Jozankei Onsen. Located in a lush valley, it is popular among tourists and locals alike for its impressive size, with over 20 hot spring hotels.

ITINERARIES

ITINERARIES

Sapporo is a city with many different faces. Few cities blend urban streetscapes with abundant nature quite as seamlessly as this city does. Here are some ideas to enjoy Sapporo your way.

Spend the Day in Sapporo: Japan’s Northern Metropolis

Spend the Day in Sapporo: Japan’s Northern Metropolis

Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan’s northernmost island, is beloved for its unspoilt wilderness, snowy getaways, and unparalleled culinary scene, including some of the country’s freshest seafood. As the capital of this grand prefecture, Sapporo shines as an urban embodiment of H...

Local Transportation

Exploring Sapporo couldn't be simpler, with a wide range of public and private transportation services.

Public Transport

Public Transport

Hop onto local trains, subways, and trams to make your way through this traversable city with ease. You’ll be able to travel around Sapporo using a variety of transportation options:

JR Hokkaido Sapporo Municipal Subway Sapporo Streetcar (Tram)

SkyExpress bus

Transportation Options to Ski Resorts

Explore more transportation options to Sapporo’s ski resorts — for detailed access information, please refer to each ski resort’s official website:

Access Network Sapporo Kotsu

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