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. 10:00 Meet up @HOTEL MYSTAYS Sapporo Station
  • 2. 10:10 Former Hokkaido Government Office Building
  • 3. 10:30 Sapporo Clock Tower
  • 4. 11:50 Shiroi Koibito Park
  • 5. 14:10 Sapporo Beer Museum
  • 6. 15:145 Disband @HOTEL MYSTAYS Sapporo Station

What Can You See in Sapporo Beyond the Snow Festival? A Licensed Guide's Private Tour Report

The guests were a group visiting from North America. Since they had already seen both the Odori venue and the Susukino venue of the Snow Festival, which had begun in early February in Sapporo, I guided them to other places worth visiting in Sapporo. We had a common topic in some places I had visited in North America, so we were able to talk about many things. They had already spent a couple of days in Sapporo and had enjoyed the local gourmet food of Hokkaido, so I recommended some additional dishes worth trying. For February, the temperature was relatively mild and the wind was gentle, making it comfortable to move around and take photos outdoors.

Transportation cost per person

No.TransportationRouteFare
Section 1SubwayOdori Park Station~Miyanosawa Station290JPY
Section 2SubwayMiyanosawa Station~Odori Park Station290JPY
Total580JPY

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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