The scenery is beautiful.
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Asahiyama Memorial Park
A scenic park surrounded by rich nature.
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Established in 1970 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the founding of Sapporo, this park sits on a 137.5-meter-high hill next to Mt. Moiwa and Maruyama. It offers sweeping views from the Sapporo cityscape to the Ishikari Plain and the Sea of Japan. At night, it is known as one of Sapporo’s top night view spots and is popular with both locals and visitors. From spring to fall, the fountain is illuminated, creating a magical atmosphere together with the night view spreading out beyond it.
The park also features an observation deck, an observation plaza, terraced seating, and a picnic area, making it a great place to spend time in nature however you like. Around the grounds are the Learning Forest, filled with Japanese alder, Sakhalin spruce, and kobushi magnolia, as well as the scattered Portland Forest and Munich Forest, created to commemorate sister city partnerships.
In addition to facilities such as a rest house with a break area and Mori no Ie, which has a library corner and sells coffee, the park also has a suspension bridge, a playground area, and a kids’ plaza, making it possible for everyone from children to adults to spend a full day enjoying nature.
Highlights
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A park created to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the founding of Sapporo.
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Located on elevated ground, with appealing views stretching out below.
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Also popular as a night view spot.
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Well-equipped facilities for both children and adults to enjoy.
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A park surrounded by rich nature
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A fountain illuminated at night
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Mori no Ie, where you can buy small goods and coffee
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The rest house with a break area
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You can see wild birds and seasonal flowers
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Is there free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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No free Wi-Fi is available anywhere in the park, including inside facilities such as Mori no Ie and the rest house.
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Are there coin lockers?
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No, there are no coin lockers. Please keep this in mind if you have large luggage.
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Are there restrooms?
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Yes, there are restrooms in several locations throughout the park, including next to the rest house and near Mori no Ie. Some restrooms are closed during winter.
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Is there a smoking area?
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Smoking is not allowed inside the facilities, and there are no smoking areas.
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Are there sightseeing spots nearby?
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Yes, there are popular spots nearby such as Hokkaido Jingu Shrine and Maruyama Zoo.
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Can I bring pets into the park?
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Yes, pets are allowed, but please keep them on a leash, clean up after them, and follow proper manners so as not to inconvenience other visitors.
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Is there parking?
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Yes, free parking is available. However, it may become full during busy periods such as cherry blossom season and the fall foliage season.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 旭山記念公園
- Postal Code
- 064-0943
- Address
- 4 Kaikawa, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
- Phone
- 011-614-5800 (Sapporo Chuo Civil Engineering Center)
- Hours
- Open 24 hours *Varies by facility, some facilities are closed during winter
- 駐車場
- 6:00am–10:00pm (free)
- Access
- Take a bus from Maruyama Koen Station and get off at "Asahiyama Koen-mae," then walk 4 minutes (to the rest house)
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)
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