Things to do in Sapporo

Sapporo is located on Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido, and stands out with its grid-like city layout and Western-style architecture, which is a legacy of 19th-century urban planning during the Meiji era. Sapporo knows how to do winter right. When the snow falls, ski resorts buzz to life and the Sapporo Snow Festival turns downtown into a glowing world of ice and creativity. Some of the best things to do in Sapporo include catching sweeping views from the Sapporo TV Tower, strolling through Odori Park, and, of course, sipping a cold glass of Sapporo beer, brewed right where it all began.
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Reviews: Hokkaido Lake Tōya Snowmobile + Noboribetsu Jigokudani Valley + Lakeside Farm 1-day Tour
Guest User2026-03-19
The Hokkaido 1-day tour covering Lake Tōya, Noboribetsu Jigokudani Valley, and Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch was truly one of the best trips of my life. A special thanks to our guide, Mr. Wong, who was extremely knowledgeable and helpful throughout the journey. He explained everything about the places we visited, making the trip even more meaningful. The highlight of the trip was the snowmobile ride at Lake Tōya—we enjoyed driving for almost an hour in -4°C, which was an unforgettable experience. We also enjoyed delicious gelato ice cream, sweet potatoes, and beautiful views of the snowy hills and valleys. Seeing real snowfall and experiencing the winter landscape of Hokkaido was absolutely magical. Everything about the trip was perfectly organized. This is a must-do tour if you are visiting Sapporo during winter. Highly recommended!
Reviews: Hokkaido Noboribetsu Hell Valley + Lake Toya + Showa Shinzan Day Trip (Japan)
Guest User2025-11-18
I joined the tour on November 15th. The bus was almost full, with people from many different countries in the group, but it was always our compatriots who were late. Sigh. Our tour guide, Vivi, was very good. She had to speak the exact same thing in three languages, which must have been quite tiring. The stops at each attraction were short. It was pretty much a quick visit, but there was no other way, as it was too far and time was tight. The weather was so-so this time, mostly overcast, but during a brief break in the sunshine, I saw half of Mount Yotei and immediately took a picture.
Reviews: Hokkaido Winter Classic 1-day Tour: Asahiyama Zoo + Shirahige Waterfall + Shirogane Blue Pond (Aoiike) + Forest Elf Terrace
Guest User2026-01-20
The itinerary was well-planned, and our tour guide, Bingbing, was incredibly kind. At the Asahikawa Zoo stop, she personally led us to the penguin parade area, where we found a great viewing spot. Along the way, she also recommended other attractions and local delicacies. The weather was fantastic today, and we visited all the attractions, plus the tour guide gave us 5 to 10 minutes more time than usual. We enjoyed local cuisine and bought some souvenirs we liked. So happy! 😃
Reviews: Hokkaido + Asahiyama Zoo + Ningle Terrace + Shirogane Blue Pond (Aoiike) + Shirahige Waterfall 1-day tour
Guest User2025-12-13
This trip was fantastic. First, our tour guide, Xiaoyu, was incredibly patient, helping every tourist who needed assistance. Throughout the trip, she tirelessly shared many interesting local history and cultural stories, which I, as a tourist, listened to attentively and found very helpful and informative. She also patiently guided us through the meeting points and ensured safety, providing excellent service. Second, the driver's skills were superb. Despite the challenging driving conditions in the icy and snowy conditions, he still managed to get everyone to our destination safely and on time. Thank you both for your hard work; the entire trip was excellent, and I would definitely choose Xiaoyu again next time.
Reviews: 1-day tour to Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort in Hokkaido, Japan - Beginner & Advanced Slopes
Guest User2026-01-15
Very good package - you can choose whether you need the instructor which luckily I did get that package. From pick up from the train station till the drop off everything is very streamlined and efficient. Staff is also great. I thought that I had booked an English instructor but was given a Chinese instructor, no big deal but an English instructor would make it better
Reviews: A day trip to Asahiyama Zoo, Forest Fairy Terrace, Biei, and Shikisai-oka in Hokkaido, Japan.
Guest User2025-10-05
We were staying in in Asahikawa and our tour guide Rii was wonderful in facilitating us being able to join and leave the tour . She was very helpful throughout the trip and was definitely one of the highlights in our booking.
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