Culture Shiroi Koibito Park in Sapporo Varsha Vaswati Ishiya chocolate factory exemplifies that if chocolates are such a joy so is the factory!
Food Japanese Beer in Hokkaido Scott Walker From mainstream to boutique, this is everything you need to know about Hokkaido beer.
Food Shingen Ramen Valerie Kor A must-go if you're looking for ramen in Sapporo. Be prepared to queue.
14 Culture Hokkaido Jingu in Sapporo Valerie Kor Children celebrate the shichi-go-san festival with their families
Culture Yosakoi Soran Festival in Sapporo 2026 Early Jun A viewing of the intense and energetic Yosakoi Soran Festival in Sapporo
Culture Sapporo Museum of Modern Art R.S. Reynolds There is a distinctly Frank Lloyd Wright-feel to the exterior of the Museum of Modern Art in Sapporo with the interior spiral staircase..
Nightlife Beer Bar North Island Dan Traylor Enjoy Hokkaido-made craft beer and food to go with it at the Sapporo bar operated by North Island Beer
Shopping Don Quijote on Tanuki Koji Arcade R.S. Reynolds A visit to Sapporo's Tanuki Koji Shopping Arcade results in an exploration of the Don Quijote store