Things to Do in Sapporo
Sapporo Travel Guide
Sapporo is the capital of mountainous Hokkaido, Japan’s ultimate yukiguni or snow country. Most visitors make the city their starting point for day trips and fun adventures at top ski resorts like Niseko, a short drive out of the city.
Check out the annual Sapporo Snow Festival to admire the works of the country’s best ice sculptors put on display or enjoy a sip of great Japanese beer while learning about their history at the Sapporo Beer Museum.
Best things to do in Sapporo
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Read itSapporo, on the northern island of Hokkaido, is the 5th-largest city in Japan. A lot of historical attractions, as well as shopping malls and parks, are located in Sapporo, and draw many tourists in year after year. Attractions include the Former Hokkaidō government office building, the Sapporo Clock Tower, the Hokkaidō Shrine (Hokkaidō Jingū), and the Sapporo TV Tower. A friendly, fun-loving atmosphere pervades downtown, and during the winter months many people visit the city to witness the amazing snow and ice sculptures in Odori Park.
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