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It is the capital city of Hokkaido Prefecture and Ishikari Subprefecture. Sapporo lies in the southwest of Hokkaido, within the alluvial fan of the Toyohira River, which is a tributary stream of the Ishikari. It is considered the cultural, economic, and political center of Hokkaido.
Sapporo (札幌, "important river flowing through a plain" in Ainu language) is the capital of Hokkaido and Japan's fifth largest city. Sapporo is also one of the nation's youngest major cities. In 1857, the city's population stood at just seven people.
Sapporo (札幌) is the prefectural capital of Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost island. As a popular winter resort destination, Japan’s fifth-largest city also offers a wealth of culture, art, and natural beauty, alongside its ski slopes, neon nightlife, and compelling food scene. Read more.
Sapporo is Japan’s fifth biggest city, and the largest north of Tokyo. Enjoy exquisite cuisine created from the blessings of nature, plentiful shopping, and myriad artistic and cultural experiences together with the vibrant nightlife of one of Japan’s leading entertainment districts.
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Dec 24, 2023 · Sapporo sits on Japan's northern island of Hokkaido and is blessed with four distinct seasons. It's certainly the snowiest of Japan's islands and thus is a big destination for ski travel. But every season in Sapporo has something beautiful to offer.
Sapporo is the capital of Hokkaido and is the largest city in Japan north of Tokyo. While it is perhaps most well-known internationally for the beer and the Snow Festival, there is so much more to explore in the vibrant and picturesque Northern Capital.
Brief Introduction to Sapporo. Access. Sapporo Sightseeing Map. Currency and Money Exchange. Tourist Information Centers. Wi-Fi service. Emergency Inquiries.
Probably best known for its eponymous beer, Sapporo—the capital of Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost island—has maintained the youthful and open atmosphere of the 1972 Olympic Winter Games, drawing international visitors for its annual Snow Festival and its world-famous ramen.
A Story Behind the Snowy, Cold City A Life with Snow and Ice ー Overcome, Utilize,and Enjoy the Harsh Winters ー In Sapporo, the lowest daily temperature falls below freezing for about one-third of the year, and snowfall is about 5 meters per winter. There are not many cities in the world that get so...
