Located on the eastern edge of Odori Park, the Sapporo TV Tower offers a 360° view of Sapporo:
Completed in 1956, Sapporo TV Tower is located in Ni ... More
Located on the eastern edge of Odori Park, the Sapporo TV Tower offers a 360° view of Sapporo:
Completed in 1956, Sapporo TV Tower is located in Nishi 1-chome, or the eastern edge of Odori Park, which divides central Sapporo into northern and southern zones. It has been a Sapporo landmark and witnessed the development of the city for more than half a century. From the observation deck, which is approximately 90 meters above ground, visitors can enjoy beautiful seasonal views of Odori Park and various events carried out in the park. When the sky is clear, one can see as far as Ishikari Plain and the Sea of Japan. The observation deck is the best place to see the snow festival and park’s illuminated decorations in the winter. There is also a special plan, popular among couples, available to privately rent out the observation deck for 30 minutes after the Tower closes (reservation required).
Odori Park is an oasis with 92 types of trees including lilacs and elm stands located in the middle of a business district. On its lawns and around it ... More
Odori Park is an oasis with 92 types of trees including lilacs and elm stands located in the middle of a business district. On its lawns and around its fountains, one can find locals and tourists alike relaxing. Odori Park is called a park, but it’s really a street. In 1871, a firebreak, which cuts central Sapporo into is northern and southern parts, was built. The firebreak became Shiribeshi Dori, which was renamed Odori. Odori Park, which is usually a very calm and relaxed space, is also used for many of Hokkaido’s best-known seasonal events, such as the Snow Festival in the winter, Lilac Festival in the spring, YOSAKOI Soran Festival and beer garden in the summer, and Autumn Festival, which brings together various Hokkaido cuisines, in the fall.
The Sapporo Snow Festival Executive Committee is pleased to announce that the 73rd Sapporo Snow Festival will be held in February 2023! This will be the first time in three years that the event will be live and open to the public. More information about the venues and date can be found below.
1. Name
The 73rd Sapporo Snow Festival, commemorating the 100th anniversary of Sapporo's incorporation as a city.
2. Date
Odori and Susukino Venues
Eight days from February 4th (Sat.) to February 11th (Sat., holiday), 2023
3. Venues
The main locations will be the Odori venue (Nishi 1-chome to Nishi 10-chome) and the Susukino venue (Ekimae-dori from Minami 4-jo Dori to Minami 7-jo Dori).
* Unlike in previous years, the Tsudome venue will not be used this time.
4. The Odori Venue
Symbolic of the Sapporo Snow Festival, there will be five massive snow sculptures featured. A variety of other snow statues, citizens' sculptures, and fun winter attractions will also be on show.
Japan 〒060-0042 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Odorinishi, 8〜9丁目 
Event Calendar::
FEBRUARY- Sapporo Snow Festival
MAY-JUNE - Sapporo Lilac Festival
JULY-August - Fukushi-kyosan Sapporo Odori Beer Garden & Sapporo Summer Festival
SEPTEMBER - Sapporo Autumn Festival
NOVEMBER-DECEMBER - Christmas Market in Sapporo & White illumination
- Directions -
Get off at Odori Station on the North-South Subway Line.