Sapporo Things to Do

From late November to the middle of January every year, the trees of Odori Park sprout leaves in the shape of small electric lights. There are said to be more than 300,000 of them and they come in all colors. Although 'White Il... more

One of the most popular tourist attractions in the city, the Sapporo Brewery and Beer Museum occupy the site of the original brewery that was the first brewery in Japan when it was established in 1876. A guided tour of the faci... more

This red brick building, which was constructed in 1888, was modeled on the Massachusetts State House. It has been designated as an important national cultural property, and it is certainly worth visiting. The Archives of Hokkai... more

The Ishiyama Park, which was the earlier site for the largest stone quarry in Sapporo for about one hundred years, is an amazing outdoor art gallery featuring some very interesting and unusual rock carvings. The park is divided... more

This pet park is the ideal place to take the kids. There are 180 four-legged stars here, including 80 different breeds of cats and dogs. They love to be spoiled. Of course the animals have their own agenda, but they are flexibl... more

This museum is the perfect place to take the kids to give them a hands-on experience of nature. There are exhibits, models, reading and video materials on all species of salmon and related fishes. Be sure to visit the undergrou... more

Chuo Bus offers some of the best sightseeing options in the city. Tours leave from the Sapporo Station Bus Terminal at different times of the day throughout the year. The shortest tour, the "Sapporo Day Tour," is a brisk 50-min... more

This municipal pool is one of the largest and best in Sapporo. It meets all international standards and is often used for local and national competitions. Be warned, however, that all pools in Japan are strictly regulated and t... more

The development of Hokkaido coincides with the development of photography, so Hokkaido is probably one of the few places on earth that can claim to have had its history photographed as it has happened. This museum holds a photo... more

This museum, as the name suggests, is devoted entirely to Meissen ceramics. It is a must-see for anyone with an eye for beauty. The exhibition here covers the whole 300 years of the history of Meissen and it has featured artist... more