First destination in Hokkaido – Sapporo Station. 2018/11/13

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First destination in Hokkaido – Sapporo Station.

Sapporo Station is the biggest and the most important transportation hub on the island. Sapporo JR station, Sapporo subway station and Supporo bus terminal are all located on the same premises within 2 mins walk from each other.

But you might ask “Isn’t it just another train station?’ and the answer would be “NO”!

Built in 1880 as only a whistle-stop station, over the years it has grown into the great transportation hub, shopping paradise and travel destination for millions of Hokkaido visitors.

There are 7 major shopping malls connected to the station with even some tax-free shopping available: Daimaru, Sapporo JR Tower, ESTA, Tokyu Department store, Stellar Place, PASEO, and APIA, all of them are within 2 mins on foot.

Moreover, each shopping center has a foodcourt with lots of famous restaurants!

The 5 star JR Tower Hotel Nikko offers amazing view from the observation deck on the roof and top-class spa facilities. On the other side of the station you will find a gorgeous 4 star Century Royal Hotel serving one of the top 3 breakfasts in Japan.

And don’t worry, you will never get lost or clueless. Sapporo Tourist Information center located inside the station building has answers to all your questions! Friendly multilingual staff can advise you on local events, transportation options, events, and best tourist attractions to visit.

Come to Sapporo station and enjoy the best it can offer!