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Sapporo

City · Hokkaido, 🇯🇵 Japan
Population 1,959,313
Area 1,119 km²
Time zone Asia/Tokyo
Official website www.city.sapporo.jp
Sapporo

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Sapporo's Essential Experiences

Sapporo’s urban landscape is defined by the central Odori Park and the 19th-century wooden Clock Tower. Natural landmarks include Mount Moiwa, accessible via ropeway for panoramic views, and the expansive, Isamu Noguchi-designed Moerenuma Park. Cultural and culinary hubs range from the Hokkaido Shrine’s traditional Shinto architecture to the fresh seafood stalls of Nijo Ichiba. The city’s food culture is further represented by the concentrated ramen shops of Ganso Ramen Yokocho and the Shiroi Koibito chocolate factory.

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Sapporo Winter Sports

Sapporo, a former Winter Olympics host, features diverse terrain ranging from the cross-country trails of Shirahatayama Open Stadium to the steep runs of Sapporo Teine. This list covers the essential infrastructure of the region's major resorts, including Sapporo Bankei’s night-skiing lifts and the high-speed connections at Teine Highland. It also includes remote facilities like the Hiyamizugoya alpine hut and the Mt. Moiwa Ropeway stations, providing a comprehensive overview of the city's winter sports landscape.

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Sapporo Parks and Gardens

Sapporo’s urban landscape is defined by its expansive green spaces, ranging from the central Odori Park, which hosts major seasonal festivals, to the Isamu Noguchi-designed Moerenuma Park, a massive sculptural landscape built on a former waste treatment site. The list includes the Meiji-era Hokkaido Shrine, set within a dense forest, and Yurigahara Park, known for its collection of 6,400 plant species. Visitors can also explore Nakajima Park’s historic Hohei-kan building or the nature trails connecting Maruyama Park to the city’s municipal zoo.

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Sapporo Viewpoints and Vistas

Sapporo’s landscape is defined by the contrast between its urban grid and the volcanic peaks of the Shikotsu-Toya National Park. This selection features central landmarks like the 147-meter Sapporo TV Tower and Mount Moiwa, alongside high-altitude summits such as the 1,293-meter Sapporo Dake. The list also highlights elevated perspectives from the JR Sasshō Line, where a series of railway bridges and viaducts offer transit views of the city's northern plains and suburban outskirts.

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Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: June, July

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Typical weather in January

Poor
  • -2° (feels like -8°) · extremes -13°–2°
  • -8° at night
  • 24 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 1 hour of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in February

Poor
  • -2° (feels like -8°) · extremes -13°–2°
  • -9° at night
  • 21 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 2 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in March

Poor
  • 2° (feels like -4°) · extremes -10°–7°
  • -5° at night
  • 16 rainy days
  • 5 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in April

Poor
  • 10° (feels like 6°) · extremes -3°–18°
  • 1° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 9 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in May

Good
  • 17° (feels like 14°) · extremes 2°–23°
  • 7° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 8 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in June

Great
  • 22° (feels like 21°) · extremes 7°–27°
  • 12° at night
  • 10 rainy days
  • 6 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in July

Great
  • 26° (feels like 27°) · extremes 13°–30°
  • 17° at night
  • 12 rainy days
  • 5 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Muggy, humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in August

Good
  • 26° (feels like 28°) · extremes 14°–31°
  • 18° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Muggy, humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in September

Good
  • 22° · extremes 9°–27°
  • 14° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 9 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in October

Fair
  • 15° (feels like 13°) · extremes 2°–21°
  • 7° at night
  • 17 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in November

Poor
  • 7° (feels like 3°) · extremes -5°–15°
  • 1° at night
  • 20 rainy days
  • 1 sunny day
  • 2 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in December

Poor
  • 0° (feels like -6°) · extremes -10°–6°
  • -6° at night
  • 24 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 1 hour of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 1 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Japanese Yen JPY ¥ · Card payments · Commonly accepted
Emergency numbers
118
Electricity
Type A / Type B
100 V · 60 Hz
Languages
Japanese
Tap water
Safe to drink
Driving side
Left
Calling code
+81
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Tours & Activities

Odori Park
Walk
Sapporo Clock Tower
Drive
Shiroi Koibito Park

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