[Summer Sapporo Travel Guide] Experience the Scale of Sapporo’s Sky and Land in Summer

Located not far from central Sapporo, this hands-on facility lets visitors experience nature and agriculture amid spacious scenery. On its vast 74.3-hectare grounds—about the size of 14 Sapporo Domes—you can try a variety of farming activities.
In summer, seasonal programs such as vegetable harvesting and ice cream making are also offered, allowing both children and adults to enjoy Hokkaido’s appeal throughout the day.

One of Sapporo’s signature observation spots, this location offers classic Hokkaido scenery created by broad pastureland and open sky. With grand seasonal views, it is also an excellent photo spot.
In summer, take a stroll while viewing landscapes colored by lavender and the statue of Dr. Clark, and spend a Sapporo-style moment together with the famous jingisukan grilled lamb.

This park is located on a hill overlooking central Sapporo. By day, it offers refreshing panoramic views of the city, and at night it is a popular spot for beautiful night views.
Situated on a 137.5-meter-high hill next to Mount Moiwa and Maruyama, it offers views from the Sapporo cityscape to the Ishikari Plain and the Sea of Japan.
In summer, it is recommended to spend a relaxed time strolling through the greenery-filled park or feeling the pleasant breeze at the observation plaza.

This expansive park, which also served as an Olympic venue, is a relaxing spot where you can enjoy walks and forest bathing surrounded by rich nature. Located about 8 kilometers south of central Sapporo, it is one of the city’s largest urban parks at approximately 85 hectares.
In summer, you can take it easy away from the bustle of the city, walking in the shade while observing wild birds and flowers or getting some exercise on the park’s walking paths.

One of Sapporo’s leading flower parks, where flowers from around the world bloom. The park is colored by different flowers each season, with especially bright summer scenery.
At the World Lily Garden, about 100 varieties begin blooming in sequence from early summer, filling the park with vivid scenery. Riding the Lily Train through the park is a pleasant way to enjoy Hokkaido’s refreshing summer.

This comprehensive park is known for its striking scenery of a waterside area and a poplar-lined path that stretches for about 600 meters. The spacious grounds are ideal for relaxed walks, making it a popular spot where you can feel Sapporo’s sense of scale.
The straight view along the central canal has an elegance reminiscent of a European garden. In summer, the blue sky and green trees stand out beautifully, making it perfect for a stroll while taking photos.

This open-air museum recreates Hokkaido from the Meiji period to the early Showa period. You can experience history and daily life while walking through streets from the pioneering era.
The 54.2-hectare site is divided into four areas—urban district, fishing village, farming village, and mountain village—with 52 buildings standing throughout. In summer, take your time experiencing Hokkaido’s history by riding the horse-drawn trolley or visiting the retro buildings.

Although located in central Sapporo, this relaxing park is surrounded by water and lush greenery. Japanese gardens and historic buildings are also scattered throughout, offering a variety of scenery as you walk.
Because visitors can enjoy seasonal views throughout the year, it is a popular park in Sapporo that attracts many travelers. In summer, it is a place to feel a sense of coolness in the city, whether walking in the shade or relaxing by the pond.

Directly connected to JR Sapporo Station, this conveniently located observation spot offers 360-degree views of the Sapporo cityscape.
From the observation room 160 meters above the ground, you can see Ishikari Bay New Port to the north, Mount Teine to the west, and the grid-patterned center of Sapporo and Sapporo Dome to the south. On clear days, sweeping views characteristic of Hokkaido spread out before you, making it a good place to visit at the beginning or end of your trip.

A Sapporo landmark beloved as the symbol of Odori Park. From its observation deck, you can look out over central Sapporo, making it easy to stop by during a walk around the city.
The observation deck, about 90 meters above the ground, offers sweeping views of Sapporo, and on clear days you can see as far as the Ishikari Plain and the Sea of Japan. In summer, take in the lush green scenery of Odori Park and feel the city spread out around you.

A sweets theme park where you can experience the world of Shiroi Koibito, one of Sapporo’s representative confections.
It offers attractions that adults and children alike can enjoy, including factory tours and sweets-making experiences.
The English-style garden, where roses bloom in summer and snowy scenery and seasonal decorations can be enjoyed in winter, is also popular as a photo spot. After strolling through the garden, take a break with sweets available only here.

Lavender fields offer purple scenery that can only be seen in summer. Surrounded by the scent of flowers, you can stroll through the grounds or try cutting lavender, experiencing a Hokkaido-style summer with all your senses.
Some spots also reach their peak for roses, peonies, lilies, and rose of Sharon, allowing you to enjoy summer along with refreshing scenery.

In a park filled with wide farmland and grassland, you can harvest tomatoes, cucumbers, and asparagus, try led horseback riding, or interact with animals by feeding goats and sheep. The open feeling makes it hard to believe you are near the city.
Spend time with nature while taking in the dynamic spread of the land.

In parks where rich greenery spreads around a pond, rental boats let you enjoy scenery unique to the waterside.
As you move slowly across the water, the trees and cityscape viewed from the boat create a comfortable moment that helps you forget the summer heat.

A famous miso ramen restaurant representing Sapporo, visited by many people seeking the authentic local taste. Centered on its main store in Nakanoshima, it also has locations in Susukino, Satozuka, and Yokohama, and has inspired many related shops known as the “Jun-Sumi” style.
After plenty of walking on a summer sightseeing day, savor Sapporo’s ramen culture with a rich bowl.

A representative seafood izakaya in Susukino where you can enjoy fresh seafood delivered from across Hokkaido in generous portions.
Its impressive dish piled high with salmon roe nearly overflowing from the bowl is a local Hokkaido specialty that is highly popular with travelers from Japan and abroad.
On a summer night, enjoy a moment of your trip in the lively restaurant together with seafood from Hokkaido.

A popular shop where you can taste homemade ice cream that makes the most of Hokkaido milk.
Inside the pop-style interior decorated with lamps and illuminations, you can enjoy menus combining rich, smooth ice cream with distinctive liqueurs. On a summer night, cool off while savoring an adults’ dessert found only here.

Directly connected to Sapporo Station, this hotel is convenient for sightseeing and transportation, with appealing views from its upper floors.
From all 330 guest rooms, guests can enjoy magnificent scenery including the Sapporo cityscape, Ishikari Bay, and the distant Daisetsuzan mountain range. Take in refreshing summer views while enjoying a relaxed hotel stay.

A hot spring inn in Jozankei, a beautiful valley designated as part of Shikotsu-Toya National Park. In Jozankei, surrounded by abundant nature, you can enjoy hot springs and seasonal flavors from Hokkaido.
In summer, spend a relaxing time in the open-air bath while being soothed by the greenery of the trees and the valley scenery.

A city hotel with natural hot springs and a sauna, ideal for relaxing after sightseeing. Located in central Sapporo, it is also easy to use as a base for exploring the city.
The views of the Sapporo cityscape and surrounding mountains from floors 20 and above are also beautiful. Enjoy a comfortable stay while taking in the summer scenery.

A signature event of summer in Sapporo, this festival brings lively energy to the whole city, centered on Odori Park.
The main highlight is one of Japan’s largest beer gardens, which appears in Odori Park. While tasting Hokkaido-style foods and beer, you can enjoy the open atmosphere of a Sapporo summer.

One of Sapporo’s representative fireworks displays, enjoyed together with staging that combines music, lighting, and flames.
Large in scale for a fireworks event in a major metropolitan area, it features fireworks up to size 7 shells, with starmines up to size 5, coloring Sapporo’s summer sky. The powerful fireworks spreading across the night sky make travel memories even more memorable.

A major event that colors early summer in Sapporo, where dancers in vivid costumes perform powerful dances throughout the city.
The rules of the YOSAKOI Soran Festival are simple: dancers must carry naruko clappers, and the music must include a phrase from the Soran-bushi folk song. Everything else is up to each team. While enjoying the distinctive performances of each team, you can experience the energy and excitement unique to Sapporo.