This is a private guided tour report by Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.), a network of 1,000+ government-licensed, English-speaking local guides across all 47 prefectures of Japan. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.

Tour Itinerary

  • 1. 9:25 Meet up @Hotel Sapporo
  • 2. 9:35 Former Hokkaido Government Office Building
  • 3. 9:45 Sapporo Clock Tower
  • 4. 10:15 Nijo Market
  • 5. 10:40 Odori Park
  • 6. 11:15 Shiroi Koibito Park
  • 7. 13:30 Lunch @Aburiya (Odori BISSE)
  • 8. 14:30 JR Tower
  • 9. 15:25 Disband @Hotel Sapporo

What Is a Private Sapporo Walking Tour Like in Winter? A Licensed Guide's Report

The guests were visitors from North America, visiting Hokkaido for the first time. This year Sapporo had remarkably little snow, and temperatures had been higher than usual for several days. On this day the temperature rose to +5 degrees, the streets in the city had no snow, and it was very easy to walk. The guests exercised regularly, so the walking tour was no burden to them at all. Perhaps for this reason, we were able to move between destinations quickly and progress through the tour in considerably less time than with other guests.

Transportation cost per person

No.TransportationRouteFare
Section 1SubwayOne Day Ticket (Donichika Ticket)~One DAY Ticket (Donichika Ticket)520JPY
Total520JPY

I was born and raised in Hokkaido and have been a resident of Sapporo for over 30 years. I have been actively involved in guiding tourists around the scenic spots of Hokkaido, primarily focusing on Sapporo. Even before becoming a licensed interpreter guide, I engaged in volunteer activities to assist and guide foreigners, providing me with valuable opportunities to delve into the rich culture and history of Hokkaido.
Hokkaido is renowned for its exceptional culinary scene, and I am well-versed in gourmet information. I believe I can offer an excellent experience by guiding individuals through the highly acclaimed food experiences that Hokkaido has to offer.

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