Sapporo - Wikipedia Located in the southwest of Hokkaido, it lies within the alluvial fan of the Toyohira River, a tributary of the Ishikari River Sapporo is the capital of Hokkaido Prefecture and Ishikari Subprefecture As of July 31, 2023, the city has a population of 1,959,750, making it the largest city in Hokkaido and the largest north of Tokyo
Visit Sapporo : The Official Travel Guide to Sightseeing in Sapporo Sapporo is Japan’s fifth biggest city, and the largest north of Tokyo Enjoy exquisite cuisine created from the blessings of nature, plentiful shopping, and myriad artistic and cultural experiences together with the vibrant nightlife of one of Japan’s leading entertainment districts
Sapporo Travel Guide - What to do in Sapporo City Sapporo (札幌, "important river flowing through a plain" in Ainu language) is the capital of Hokkaido and Japan's fifth largest city Sapporo is also one of the nation's youngest major cities In 1857, the city's population stood at just seven people
Sapporo, Japan: All You Must Know Before You Go (2026) - Tripadvisor Probably best known for its eponymous beer, Sapporo—the capital of Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost island—has maintained the youthful and open atmosphere of the 1972 Olympic Winter Games, drawing international visitors for its annual Snow Festival and its world-famous ramen
Is Sapporo Worth Visiting? Unlock Hokkaidos Capital (2026) Sapporo is the largest city in Hokkaido, known for its abundant snow season and delicious seafood During the Winter, Sapporo hosts the Sapporo Snow Festival, an internationally renowned festival featuring incredible snow and ice sculptures
Sapporo Around | Hokkaido - Japan National Tourism Organization In other seasons, Sapporo's green expanses and blossom displays are equally breathtaking This young, wide-open city is also famous for its beer, beef, ramen, seafood and fresh produce You can reach Sapporo via train, air and ferry Plane is by far the quickest, followed by high-speed rail options