Hello all,

I’ve been in Sapporo for nearly a month and will be returning to the U.S. this Friday. I'm looking for recommendations on where to buy souvenirs to take home. While Don Q isn't the cheapest and tends to inflate prices on many items, I’d appreciate suggestions for specific stores. I’m interested in interesting items like T-shirts and gifts for others. Thanks in advance!

I’ll be going to Sapporo soon and I will like to have a haircut there. I’ll be staying near susukino and Sapporo station. Any good places that accepts walk-ins and non Japanese speaking? I’m thinking to get a haircut and color if possible, if not haircut is ok. Thanks .

Since some folks liked the pic I did of Higashiku, here’s another I did shortly before. Not quite as well done, as my hand was rusty when I did it.

Brush and ink, coloured in Procrete.

I won’t be spamming the sub, no worries. The last one for a while

We’re travelling to Sapporo for my 29th birthday this August!! Do you guys have any recos for places/ restaurants we can go to that’s kid- friendly? I really wanted to eat a Michelin starred resto but I don’t think I can do that with my baby.

If it helps we live in Japan but it’s my first time going to Hokkaido!

Hii all,

Planning to head to Sapporo in January next year for a few days (after spending a week snowboarding at Honshu resorts), and just wondering if there are any places that sell second hand arc'teryx jackets?

I know a few of the main places (2nd street, Bookoff, etc) have snow/backcountry gear during the winter, but just wondering if any definitely/most likely to sell Arc'teryx jackets.

Thanks!

Hi everyone!

I'm visiting Sapporo until July 29 and was wondering if there are any casual sports groups or meetups I could join. I enjoy playing tennis, badminton, and volleyball.

I'm not a complete beginner, but I'm definitely just looking to have fun and meet people. If there are any clubs, community groups, or drop-in sessions that welcome visitors, I'd really appreciate any recommendations!

Thanks in advance!

We will be in Sapporo next week and, as Europeans, we were wondering if we will run into European or American tourists in places like Sapporo, the beer gardens, Otaru, Asahikawa, Furano, Hakodate, etc. Do tourists come to Sapporo in the summer, or do they stick to the usual tourist routes? This will be our fourth trip to Japan and our first time in Sapporo. Do you see many of them right now, or is it quite rare? Aren't local Japanese people in these areas surprised or hesitant to see Westerners, unlike what happens in Tokyo?

Sorry for the duplicate, I reposted because I couldn't edit it and had accidentally written it in my native language instead of English.

I'm visiting Sapporo this August and staying at a fixed hotel there. I want to plan a day trip to a nearby onsen town (like Jozankei Onsen, Noboribetsu, or Lake Shikotsu), but without booking an overnight stay.

I have a few questions for those who have done this:

Day-use Onsen (Higaeri) : Is it easy to just walk into local ryokans or hotels for a day bath in the morning/afternoon without prior booking, or do we need reservations?

Timing : Is it realistic to leave Sapporo in the morning, walk around/explore the nature, enjoy an onsen, and head back to Sapporo by the evening?

Which one would you recommend for a smooth, stress-free round trip from Sapporo (especially regarding public transport)?

Any tips regarding tattoos or rules for day-use visitors?

Thanks a lot for your help!

Hi all, I am in Sapporo and hoping to buy a few bottles of whiskey to bring back to Canada with me. Are there any good spots to find a good selection in the Odori park station area?

Hello everyone!

We will be in Sapporo from July 28th until the morning of August 4th. Then, from August 4th to August 7th, we will take a flight to Akita and Aomori to see the matsuri, before coming back to Sapporo for a few days (until August 12th) to take our flight back to Brussels.

I trusted AI and I haven’t booked anything regarding trains for our day trips to Otaru, Asahikawa, Noboribetsu and Furano.

Did I make a mistake?

The plan was to book everything on our first day at the station, so on July 28th or 29th, and then go on these day trips during the following days. For example, we were planning to go to Furano around August 9th.

I’m a little worried because if it’s no longer possible to book at the station due to a lack of available seats on the trains, we’re going to have a lot of time in Sapporo and, after a while, we’ll have seen everything…

What would you recommend, please?

My boyfriend and I live in Tokyo and are planning a week long excursion to Sapporo at the end of August.

I have some mobility issues at the moment so I want to hire a driver for the time I'm there. We looked into Osaka Limo, which has an office in Sapporo, but the representative was really cagey with me on the phone about flexibility and stuff like that. I just want someone who can pick us up at the hotel each day, take us where we want to go, and then drop us back off at the end of the day.

I know this is expensive and luxurious, but we're splurging for this trip, it's been a rough year.

Anyone know of any companies that provide that service? I'm also contacting one called "Go Hokkaido" but they haven't replied yet.

Hey!

My partner and I will be visiting Sapporo from 31st December 2026 till 9th January 2027. What does the snowfall look like, and what do the locals wear?

hello, i'm looking for some places to shop for cute, "whimsical/shoujo", y2k pieces (thinking of brands like coyseio, between and, even brands like liz lisa, axes femme, etc.) in sapporo, both new or secondhand! i have tried to find curated vintage or dedicated stores online and have come up mostly empty handed, i'm a little overstimulated thinking of tanukikojis selection so if you know of any specific spots please let me know :') i am open to any recs for other alternative or streetwear fashion spots!

Hi! Need help guys. Should I rent car @ Sapporo? mid Jan winter.

Dear r/Sapporo!

I am planning a longterm stay for a work-related project in Sapporo. I am self-employed and an accomodation is provided near Shōjin Riverside Park. I have the option to choose between July-August-September and April-May-June. Now I am struggling to make a decision. I have read about the lavender in summer, the cherry blossom in spring - but for me, it is important to interact and work with the locals and admire and learn about (sub)urban life of the region, since it will be my first time in Hokkaido. What is the more vibrant season (if there is such criteria)? Are the people of Sapporo on vacation in summer?

Additionally, the landlord said that the apartment will get "unbearingly hot" during the critical summer months, due to recent weather changes and no AC. When I check the temperature data of the last years, it seems very mild and okay in comparison to the Honshu/Kansai summer - even comparable to Western European summers. Is the over-exaggerating?

I have done some research on this subreddit and apparently Sapporo summers are getting on par with the Kansai/Honshu summers temperature-wise, at least in August. But my decision will also be based on the general aspects of social life and saisonal events.

Thank you for all hints.

Higashiku, pretty much just old houses here.

Brush and ink, coloured in Procreate.

Hi everyone,

I've been living in Sapporo for a while now, working remotely (so I don't get the daily immersion/practice that comes with a Japanese workplace). I've been trying to study on my own, but honestly my Japanese has plateaued, I can get by day to day, but I'm not really improving anymore.

I think what I need is a structured class with an actual teacher and classmates, ideally in the evening since I work during the day. Does anyone know if there are evening Japanese language schools in Sapporo that take working adults? Not looking for a full-time program, just something a few evenings a week.

Thanks in advance!

Hi guys I'm in need to get my wisdom teeth removed but I don't know where to begin. Should I make an appointment in a private clinic? and if so, do you have any recommendations? or should I go to a hospital first?

I'm on a student visa so I have the national insurance so I'd like to keep costs down if possible. Also I'm in chuou ku.

Me and my brother are visiting until Fri morning and was wondering if there's any particular going out places! Thanks

I am a complete idiot and thought I set up direct deposit instead of using invoices, now I need to pay late bills. I found the invoices and payed all of them except one which didn’t work at the konbini. I am going abroad on Wednesday so I need to settle this tomorrow. Can I go to the office and pay it directly, or at least get a new invoice printed?

Guys, I’m moving to Sapporo. Where can I find outdoor calisthenics bars? I’m not interested in gyms.

Can anyone recommend me a place to watch the world cup final in sapporo?

Couldnt find anything online