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JR Tower

JR Tower, a landmark skyscraper in Sapporo, rises 173 meters directly above JR Sapporo Station. It offers a complete experience for sightseeing, shopping, dining, and accommodation all in one convenient location.
Observation Deck T38 (38th floor, 160m above ground):

Unique 360-degree panoramic views of Sapporo:

North: Hokkaido University, Ishikari Bay

South: Odori Park, Susukino, M... read more

Former Hokkaido Government Office Building

The Former Hokkaido Government Office (Former Hokkaido Government Office) is one of Sapporo’s most beloved historic landmarks and a symbol of the region’s modernization during the Meiji era. Completed in 1888, this striking red-brick building was designed in the American neo-baroque style, inspired by the Massachusetts State House. Its symmetrical structure, arched windows, and central... read more

Sapporo Clock Tower

Sapporo Clock Tower (Sapporo Tokeidai) stands as one of the most iconic historical landmarks in Sapporo, Hokkaido. Constructed in 1878 originally as a drill hall for the Sapporo Agricultural College (which later became Hokkaido University), the tower houses a clock imported from the United States installed in 1881. The clock mechanism still works precisely to this day.
The building is designed in ... read more

Odori Park

Odori Park (Odori Park) stretches approximately 1.5 kilometers through the heart of Sapporo, dividing the city into northern and southern sections within Chuo Ward. Originally designed as a firebreak, the park played a crucial role in protecting the city from fires during its early development, reflecting Sapporo’s meticulously planned grid layout.
Today, the park is landscaped in a Wes... read more

Sapporo TV Tower

Sapporo TV Tower (さっぽろテレビ塔, Sapporo Terebi-tō) stands 147.2 meters tall and was completed in 1957 by architect Tachū Naitō, the same designer behind Tokyo Tower. Originally serving as a TV and radio broadcasting tower, it now functions as both a communication relay and a major tourist attraction.
Observation Deck and Views:
The main observation deck is located 90.38 meters above ground, offering p... read more

Ganso Ramen Yokocho

Ganso Ramen Yokocho—also known as the Original Ramen Alley—is one of Sapporo’s most treasured and historic culinary landmarks. Established in the 1950s, this narrow lane is lined with 17 tightly packed ramen shops, creating an atmosphere that captures the nostalgic charm of early post-war Japan. Warm lantern lights, the sound of sizzling ingredients, and the aroma of simmering br... read more

Susukino

Susukino is a bustling entertainment and nightlife district that first emerged as a licensed red-light area during the early Meiji period, centralizing Sapporo’s entertainment trade. Over time, it evolved into a modern hotspot for evening activities, dining, and shopping.
The area features countless bars, clubs, karaoke boxes, and izakayas (Japanese pubs), all illuminated by bright neon ligh... read more