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Sapporo Snow Festival — Ice and Snow Sculptures at Odori Park (February)

Each February, Odori Park transforms into a corridor of monumental ice and snow sculptures, illuminated through Hokkaido's deepest winter nights.

Winter Activities in Central Sapporo (December – February)

Snow covers the streets, winter lights warm the evenings, and the city settles into its quietest, most luminous season.

Ski Season in the Mountains Around Sapporo (December – March)

Within an hour of the city, world-class powder snow unfolds across Hokkaido's mountains — accessible by train, bus, and shuttle.

Autumn Foliage at Maruyama Park and Suburban Areas (October – November)

Maple leaves turn deep red and gold across Maruyama Park and the grounds of Hokkaido Shrine — a quieter Sapporo before the snow arrives.

Sapporo's Winter Dining: Ramen, Seafood, and Local Markets

Sapporo eats with the soul of Hokkaido — bold winter miso ramen, the freshest seafood from northern seas, and markets that have served the city for over a century.