The Kanemori Red Brick Buildings in Hakodate, Hokkaido at night with snow on the ground

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Short on time? You can start with a look at my 5 Day Hokkaido itinerary that covers Sapporo, Otaru, and Niseko.

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Sapporo

Quick picks: 🏨 Where to Stay | 📅 3‑Day Itinerary | 🍽️ What to Eat | 🚌 Day Trips | 🚅 Getting There |

One of my favorite cities in Japan, Sapporo is the largest city in Hokkaido and features the Sapporo Snow Festival, an incredible nightlife, and some of the best food in the country.

Downtown Susukino at night, the nightlife district of Sapporo, Japan. The neighborhood comes alive with bright screens and a vibrant culture.

Where to Stay in Sapporo

Here's a full in-depth guide on where to stay in Sapporo for first time visitors. My favorites are Susukino and near Sapporo Station.

More Sapporo accommodations:

Sapporo Pre-Travel Guides

Sapporo Itineraries

A hotel room in Ryokan Onsen Yuen, a popular ryokan in Sapporo, Japan. In the room there is a table with japanese style chairs, and a beautiful view of Sapporo skyscrapers and trees.

Things to do in Sapporo

Click here for a full list of things to do in Sapporo, regardless of the season.

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What to Eat in Sapporo

Click here to learn about the regional dishes you can only find in Sapporo and Hokkaido!

Day Trips From Sapporo

Click here to learn about cities that are easy day trips from Sapporo. If you're interested in taking a tour to explore Hokkaido, click here for the best rated tours.

Thinking about visiting Hakodate from Sapporo? Click here to learn how to get to Hakodate with ease.

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Hakodate

Quick picks: 🏨 Where to Stay | 📅 2‑Day Itinerary | 🚅 Getting There |

One of the most beautiful port towns in Japan, Hakodate is known for it's star-shaped Goryokaku Fort, fresh seafood, and high quality onsen.

The view of Hakodate from Mount Hakodate, Japan

Where to Stay in Hakodate

Click here for the ultimate guide on the best areas to stay in Hakodate for first time visitors.

More accommodation options:

Top 10 Ryokan in Hakodate

Hakodate ryokan and hotels with private onsen

My full review on Yunokawa Prince Hotel Nagisatei

Is Hakodate worth visiting?

Yes, I love Hakodate! Click here to learn why it's worth a visit during your Hokkaido trip.

One of my favorite places in Hakodate is Goryokaku Park. Click here to learn why you should include it in your visit.

Hakodate itinerary

Click here for my personal itinerary that covers 1 or 2 days in Hakodate.

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