Sightseeing 2025.02.14(Fri)
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One of the must-visit places when exploring Sapporo is Sapporo Station. As the gateway to Hokkaido and the city’s main transportation hub, the station is always bustling with people. In addition to excellent access to various destinations, it also offers fantastic shopping and dining experiences, making it a perfect starting point for your journey. Let’s take a closer look at what makes Sapporo Station special!
Sapporo Station
Sapporo Station: The Gateway to Hokkaido
Sapporo Station serves as the main terminal for JR Hokkaido, with the Rapid Airport Express providing direct access from New Chitose Airport in approximately 40 minutes. It is also the departure point for limited express trains bound for popular destinations such as Otaru, Asahikawa, and Hakodate, making it a convenient hub for traveling within Hokkaido. Inside the spacious station, you’ll find tourist information centers and lockers, allowing you to store your luggage and explore the city freely.
JR Tower and Attractions Around Sapporo Station
Connected directly to Sapporo Station, JR Tower is a multi-purpose complex featuring shopping, dining, a hotel, and even a hot spring. One of its highlights is the JR Tower Observatory T38, located on the 38th floor at a height of 160 meters. From here, you can enjoy a stunning panoramic view of Sapporo’s cityscape. During the day, you can admire the vast Hokkaido landscape, while the evening brings breathtaking sunsets, and nighttime offers a glittering cityscape. On clear days, you can even see distant mountains, making it a must-visit spot at any time of day.
The JR Tower is also home to major shopping centers such as Stellar Place and Apia, which feature a wide range of stores from fashion and cosmetics to unique Hokkaido souvenirs. The Daimaru Sapporo department store offers an impressive selection of fresh seafood, confectionery, and gourmet food, making it a popular stop for visitors. Since these shopping areas are all directly connected to the station, you can enjoy a comfortable shopping experience regardless of the weather.
Gourmet Spots Around Sapporo Station
The area surrounding Sapporo Station is packed with restaurants and cafes that showcase the best of Hokkaido’s culinary scene. You can savor fresh seafood at sushi restaurants, enjoy the region’s famous Jingisukan (grilled mutton), or warm up with a steaming bowl of Sapporo miso ramen. For those with a sweet tooth, many cafes offer desserts made with Hokkaido’s high-quality dairy products, such as fresh milk and butter. Many of these establishments have eat-in spaces, making them perfect for a quick but delicious break between sightseeing.
Sapporo Station’s Underground Walkways & Convenient Access
Beneath Sapporo Station lies an extensive underground shopping area, including the Sapporo Ekimae-dori Underground Walkway (Chi-Ka-Ho), which connects the station to the Odori district. This underground passage allows for a comfortable walk, even on rainy or snowy days, and is lined with cafes and small boutiques for a leisurely shopping experience.
Sapporo Station is also a key transfer point for the subway’s Namboku Line and Toho Line, making it easy to reach various parts of the city. Whether for sightseeing or business, this location offers unparalleled convenience.
Access to Sapporo Station from Hotel Ten to Ten
Our hotel is located within walking distance from Sapporo Station. Even if you have a lot of luggage, you can comfortably move around the city as it is only a 10-minute walk away. Please use Hotel Ten to Ten as a base for sightseeing in Sapporo!
10 minutes on foot (about 700m)
