Sapporo

Kickstart your trip to Sapporo

City Essentials: First Day • 3 hours 5.0 (33)

Kickstart your trip to Sapporo

Practical know-how, chopstick etiquette and a few ramen recommendations. Yum!

Pack warm clothes as Sapporo remains chilly in spring and autumn and although it can get really hot during the day in summer, temperatures drop at night

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

  • See some of central Sapporo’s most iconic locations (and a couple reserved for in-the-know locals)
  • Explore beautiful nature, bustling city and historical shrines in just three hours
  • Take the opportunity to try Sapporo’s specialty dishes, soup curry and sea urchin, at one of the many restaurants or markets
  • Set yourself up for a successful trip by learning how to navigate the city like a local
  • Have a helpful host on hand to share tips and recommendations for the rest of your trip

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

At a glance What’s included Things to know
Pack warm clothes as Sapporo remains chilly in spring and autumn and although it can get really hot during the day in summer, temperatures drop at night
3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

A private and personalized experience
3 hours with your host
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)

What’s not included

Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

In front of the Hokkaido-Sapporo Tourist Information Centre located in JR Sapporo Station

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

Buckle up for a practical crash course in navigating Sapporo like a pro – and a golden opportunity to check out a couple of the city’s must-sees along the way. You’ll jostle your way through a traditional market, Nijo, trawl the 150-year-old Tanukikoji covered shopping arcade for sweet treats and souvenirs, and head to local hangout Nakajima Park, where you could check out the museum and traditional teahouse, or stroll the lush lawns along Sōsei River towards Iyahiko Shrine. When it’s time for a snack, it’s only right for an honorary Sapporo local to try the city’s specialty at Soup Curry GARAKU, before downing a draft of Japan’s most iconic beer in the city that invented it while your host shares more essential insider tips for your trip.

1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
Per person incl.
taxes & fees $85 for
Adults (Aged 13+)
Children (Up to 12 years old)
$85
per person
including taxes & fees
Select a date and start time
Tailor your experience
Flexible start times
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

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What travelers think of this experience

William Apr 2025

My family and I are glad we hire a tour guide because we were able to explore more of Japan. Our tour guide’s name is Shiunn she was very knowledgeable and very friendly. Shiunn showed us around Sapporo Japan and we had such a great experience. Shiunn was able to share her thoughts and suggestions to help us get around town on our own. The next day my family and I were able to explore on our own and we saved a lot of time instead of researching places to go ourselves. I highly recommend hiring a tour guide to show you around so you can spend more time vacationing rather then wasting precious time during our vacation.

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Camille Apr 2025

I loved going to the sake museum and the shrine.

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William Apr 2025

Our family enjoyed everything about this trip. Shiunn was a great guide she is very knowledgeable, pleasant to talk to and showed us around town. What our family enjoyed the most was going up to Mount Moiwa and seeing the beautiful view of the city of Sapporo. We wish we had more time to explore more places.

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Karen Apr 2025

Our guide was the best, he was used to dealing with a person in a wheelchair so he took us to wheelchair friendly places and even pushed the chair for us sometimes. He knew a lot about the area, and it's history. His English was fantastic, we had no communication problems at all. He asked if there was anything in particular that we wanted to see or do, which was appreciated. Best tour yet in Japan.

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Germaine Apr 2025

Ryuki answered all our questions without any problem. As we are Australian his English is excellent. Well spoken. Knowledgeable of Sapporo ( Hokkaido prefecture) is excellent.

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Mario Mar 2025

Tour was Excellent!!

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5.0 (33 reviews)
William, Apr 2025

My family and I are glad we hire a tour guide because we were able to explore more of Japan. Our tour guide’s name is Shiunn she was very knowledgeable and very friendly. Shiunn showed us around Sapporo Japan and we had such a great experience. Shiunn was able to share her thoughts and suggestions to help us get around town on our own. The next day my family and I were able to explore on our own and we saved a lot of time instead of researching places to go ourselves. I highly recommend hiring a tour guide to show you around so you can spend more time vacationing rather then wasting precious time during our vacation.

Camille, Apr 2025

I loved going to the sake museum and the shrine.

William, Apr 2025

Our family enjoyed everything about this trip. Shiunn was a great guide she is very knowledgeable, pleasant to talk to and showed us around town. What our family enjoyed the most was going up to Mount Moiwa and seeing the beautiful view of the city of Sapporo. We wish we had more time to explore more places.

Karen, Apr 2025

Our guide was the best, he was used to dealing with a person in a wheelchair so he took us to wheelchair friendly places and even pushed the chair for us sometimes. He knew a lot about the area, and it's history. His English was fantastic, we had no communication problems at all. He asked if there was anything in particular that we wanted to see or do, which was appreciated. Best tour yet in Japan.

Germaine, Apr 2025

Ryuki answered all our questions without any problem. As we are Australian his English is excellent. Well spoken. Knowledgeable of Sapporo ( Hokkaido prefecture) is excellent.

Mario, Mar 2025

Tour was Excellent!!