Things to do in Hokkaido Prefecture
Most popular experiences in Hokkaido Prefecture
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Popular places to visit
Odori Park
Sapporo’s main thoroughfare has been transformed into a long municipal park, also the city’s premier venue for festivals throughout the year.
Rusutsu Resort
Visit a fabulous winter playground with miles of skiable trails for all levels and lots of snow-based fun away from the slopes.
Asahiyama Zoo
Come for the entertaining winter penguin parade and spend time spotting birds, reptiles and majestic mammals at this zoological park.
Tanukikoji Shopping Street
During your trip to Sapporo, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Tanukikoji Shopping Street. Wander around the gardens or experience the area's festivals.
Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu
Hit the slopes in Kutchan with a visit to Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu. Discover the mountain views and hot springs in this quaint area.
Hokkaido University
Enjoy a day in the life of Sapporo’s university students and professors while wandering the tree-lined avenues and riverfront walks of this elegant campus.
Lake Akan
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Akan during your travels in Kushiro. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's hot springs.
Otaru Canal
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Otaru Canal during your travels in Otaru. Visit the shops in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Sapporo Dome
Watch the excitement of baseball and soccer games, shop, eat or climb to an observation deck for panoramic views of Sapporo and its surroundings.
Areas of Hokkaido Prefecture
Sapporo City Centre
Enjoy the popular shops in Sapporo City Centre. Odori Park is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nishi-Yon-Chome Stop or Odori Station to see more of Sapporo.
Susukino
Spend some time visiting places like Susukino Street while getting to know Susukino, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Susukino Station or Hosui-Susukino Station to see more of the area.
Chuo-ku
You might enjoy the skiing while in Chuo-ku. Odori Park is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Maruyama-koen Station or Nishi-Nijuhatchome Station to see more of the city.
Jozankei
Jozankei is noteworthy for its hot springs, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Jozankei Hot Spring and Kokusai Ski Resort.
Odori
Shopping, hot springs and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Odori. Make a stop by Odori Park or Tanukikoji Shopping Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Nishi-Hatchome Stop or Nishi-Yon-Chome Stop to get around town.
Noboribetsuonsencho
Noboribetsuonsencho is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Jigokudani and Shikotsu-Toya National Park while you're in town.
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