Top Sapporo Seasonal & Special Occasions

During the summer months in Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost prefecture, vivid fields of lavender burst into bloom. Don’t miss out on this gorgeous visual spectacle and take a day trip to the Furano Lavender Fields from Sapporo. Spend free time inhaling the refreshing aroma of lavender in Furano and visit the Blue Pond in Shirogane.

Explore Sapporo's nightlife on a guided bar hopping tour. Visit three unique bars, from popular spots to hidden gems, and enjoy drinks and snacks with your guide! Meet your guide and set off on a leisurely stroll around Susukino, Tanuki-koji, a popular area for nightlife in Sapporo. Discover the city's nightlife and unique alcohol culture. Visit 3 bars ( our guide will tailor the bars to your group's preferences ) in one night and savour a wide range of sake breweries, wineries, and craft breweries. Experience Hokkaido's thriving alcohol scene!! -Immerse yourself in the city's unique alcohol culture with a local guide. -Learn about the history of Sapporo and its thriving alcohol scene. -Visit three different bars, from popular spots to hidden gems. -Savor the taste of local sake, wine, or craft beer in Sapporo

Discover the stunning vistas from Mt. Moiwa, a must-see destination in Sapporo. Ascend by ropeway and mini cable car to enjoy the iconic “million-dollar view,” a breathtaking panorama that showcases Sapporo against the backdrop of mountains and the Ishikari Bay. Choose from flexible options for daytime or evening tours, each led by an English-speaking guide who shares insights into the cultural significance of this sacred mountain. Experience the twinkling city lights at night or the vibrant cityscape during the day, both offering unforgettable moments. - Flexible tour options: choose daytime or evening tours from Sapporo Station or Mt. Moiwa Ropeway station - Guided by an English-speaking local expert with insights into Sapporo’s history and culture - Stunning 360-degree views from the summit observation deck of Mt. Moiwa - Ideal for couples, families, or solo travelers looking for an iconic Hokkaido experience

Explore the stunning landscapes of Biei and Furano on this private one-day sightseeing tour. Enjoy the flexibility of a personalized itinerary while visiting iconic spots like Farm Tomita and the picturesque Shirogane Blue Pond. With a dedicated driver, you'll experience hassle-free transport and valuable insights into the region's beauty. This tour is perfect for families and small groups who want to maximize their time in Hokkaido, ensuring comfort and convenience throughout the day. - Personalized private car tour for a relaxed sightseeing experience - Visit top attractions including Farm Tomita, Shikisai no Oka, and Shirahige Falls - Includes pick-up and drop-off at your Sapporo accommodation - Tour duration is approximately 10 hours, allowing ample time at each location

The Shibazakura and Tulip trees of Takigami Shibazakura Park and Kamiyuuetsu Tulip Park, which can only be seen in May every year, are among the unmissable events in Hokkaido. Family, lovers, friends, and people who go with you vary, but you need a private car to take care of your private space. Hokkaido's No. 1 tourist team will deliver you the best memories, "Safe, secure and comfortable"! caution Information on flowering and opening times is early May, but may actually vary. It is difficult to get accurate local information, we recommend you to choose after mid-May.

See the highlights of Sapporo in a day and save hours of research and planning time by choosing a private guided tour. To ensure the itinerary is designed to suit your interests—you can select your must-see spots from a list of potential locations sent to you before the tour. Then, enjoy a customized itinerary with 3-4 sites—such as Moerenuma Park, Mount Moiwa, Nijo Market, and the Jozankei Onsen.

This tour will take us first to The Historical Village of Hokkaido(open air museum), situated in the suburbs of Sapporo. You will see how a traditional town of yesteryear in Hokkaido was set up. This area consists of four different sections: a town, a fishing village, farm village and a mountain village. Led by a locally-based and native English speaking guide, this experience of early Hokkaido will fill you with visions of how life was like in Hokkaido during the Meiji and Taisho periods. You will see first hand how an entire little town a century ago was recreated. Our next and final destination will take us to The Sapporo Beer Museum. Sapporo Beer is one of the oldest and most popular beer brands in Japan. Your guide will lead you through this museum and explain the history of beer making in Japan. At the end of the tour comes the really fun part. The beer tasting!! You will be able to sample three types of Sapporo beer.

"Susukino at night is Hokkaido's premier entertainment district, boasting a diverse array of dining options and entertainment facilities. However, for foreign visitors unfamiliar with the local culture and language, navigating this vibrant area can be challenging. Our tour aims to alleviate these concerns by providing English-speaking guides who ensure that everyone, regardless of language background, can fully enjoy the experience with confidence. By showcasing the charm of our local area and enabling international visitors to immerse themselves in Hokkaido's nightlife, we also contribute to the revitalization of the regional economy." We also offer our other tours, so please check them out.

Avoid the tourist traps and get to know the real Sapporo with a local host, handpicked to match your interests. Explore must-visit attractions, as well as off-the-beaten-path spots missed by most visitors and leave with a better understanding of local culture.

Taste the best of Sapporo regional specialties by going on this combination of a market tour, a cooking class, and lunch. As you explore Nijo Ichiba market with a guide, you’ll discover more about local produce. A private tour means you can learn to cook at your own pace, and you’ll have direct access to your guide for questions. It’ll be the ultimate hassle-free day as all ingredients, lunch, and alcoholic beverages are included.

On this private day tour of Sapporo, Muslim travelers can feel confident knowing that their specific needs are being taken into consideration. Your private guide will take you to family-friendly places, attractions with dedicated prayer rooms, and dining spots that meet Muslim dietary requirements. See the highlights of Sapporo while observing your faith.

Enjoy a cooking class in a memorable setting—a local’s home in Sapporo. It’s a great way to discover more about local life in Hokkaido, and to learn recipes that you wouldn’t discover otherwise. As it’s a private experience, you’ll be able to share stories and ask questions as you cook. The lesson consists of multiple dishes, that may include fresh seafood, cooked burdock, deep-fried tofu, or miso soup. Reward your hard work by eating the feast you’ve cooked at the end of your lesson.

Join a tour by MagicalTrip, proud winner of the Tripadvisor Best of the Best Award. Each experience is led by a MagicalTrip Certified Guide, professionally trained and carefully selected to ensure quality and authenticity. Sapporo, Japan's original beer city, invites you to savor a diverse selection of craft beers on this engaging 3-hour tour. Guided by a friendly local, visit three unique breweries and taste a total of 10 distinct craft beers in 150ml pours. Discover the stories behind each brew while enjoying the cozy atmosphere of local bars and breweries. Perfect for beer enthusiasts and casual drinkers alike, this tour offers a relaxed pace and insider knowledge about Sapporo's vibrant beer culture, making it an ideal pre-dinner adventure.

Explore the natural and cultural highlights of Hokkaido in one unforgettable day. Ride the Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ropeway for sweeping views of vibrant autumn leaves in Japan’s largest national park. Visit Asahiyama Zoo, famous for its creative exhibits and adorable animal encounters like the penguin walk. At Asahikawa Ramen Village, savor a piping hot, delicious bowl of ramen, adding warm and wonderful memories to your Hokkaido autumn trip! So warm and cozy! A perfect blend of nature, wildlife, and culture awaits.

This tour will take us to the port city of Otaru. Otaru is just a 30-minute convenient train ride away from Sapporo. Otaru was once one of the most prosperous port cities on Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido. Otaru is long past its proud history as a fishing and coal port town, but traces of its glory days remain almost everywhere and visitors should take note. Most tourism activities in Otaru are centered around the Otaru Canal in The Sakaimachi Sightseeing and Shopping District. So many sights to see and activities to partake in in this area. Specifically, on this tour we will “focus on” these well known locations along Sakaimachi Street

The highlight of this activity is the chance to explore central Sapporo while capturing natural photos with a local photographer. The photographer is a Sapporo native and is familiar with the city’s unique photo spots and atmosphere. Rather than using fixed poses or a studio setting, the photos are taken while walking through real streets and scenery, allowing you to capture more authentic travel memories. The route includes iconic areas such as Odori Park, Tanukikoji Shopping Street, and the Susukino area, making it ideal for first-time visitors to Sapporo. This experience is completely private, with no other guests joining, so you can enjoy the photo session at your own pace. It is suitable for solo travelers, couples, and friends, and no special preparation or photography experience is required.

Most Hokkaido summer trips force a choice: a one-day rush to Furano lavender, or a separate run to the Biei Blue Pond, or another tour for Ningle Terrace at dusk. This two-day route covers all three at a pace that lets you actually take them in — and bundles an overnight at a Sounkyo Onsen hot-spring hotel most day tours simply skip. What you get for one bundled price: round-trip coach transport from Sapporo, a full bilingual local guide for both days, every attraction admission, hotel buffet breakfast and dinner, and a timed arrival at Ningle Terrace as its lanterns switch on. The itinerary flexes with the season — Farm Tomita's lavender peaks late June through mid-August, then swaps to Shikisai-no-oka's panoramic flower stripes, so summer departures stay floral all the way through. For travelers who prefer a zoo-free experience, the Day 1 Asahiyama Zoo stop is genuinely optional — just let your guide know at departure and wait at the coach instead.

Experience authentic Japanese culture in beautiful Jozankei, Hokkaido. Wear a traditional kimono, enjoy a scenic walk through the famous hot spring town, participate in a matcha tea experience, and learn the customs and etiquette that are an important part of Japanese culture. This is more than a sightseeing tour—it is an opportunity to experience Japan from the inside and gain a deeper understanding of its traditions and hospitality. Highlights Traditional Kimono Experience Jozankei Onsen Walking Tour Authentic Matcha Tea Experience Japanese Culture and Etiquette Lesson Beautiful Photo Opportunities Cultural Experience Certificate Perfect for first-time visitors to Japan, couples, families, solo travelers, and anyone interested in Japanese culture. Take home more than photos—take home a piece of Japanese culture.

Escape rigid bus schedules and snowy driving risks with this meticulously planned private tour. We focus on comfort, timing, and authentic experiences. Optimized for Penguins: Our 7:30 AM departure ensures you arrive at Asahiyama Zoo in time to secure a prime viewing spot for the famous "Penguin Walk"—the winter highlight. Relaxed Pace: Unlike rushed group tours, we allocate a generous 2 hours at the zoo and 1 hour for lunch, allowing families to explore at their own pace without stress. Authentic Flavor: Warm up at the Ramen Village with local soy or butter-corn ramen, then explore 350 years of history at Otokoyama Sake Brewery with free tastings. Total Comfort: Enjoy door-to-door hotel pickup in a warm private vehicle. We even include a bonus stop at Sunagawa SA for famous local sweets on the return trip.

This tour has something for everyone, and will particularly delight nature, whisky, and seafood fans. Spend a day discovering the highlights of Yoichi and the Shakotan Peninsula. Access remote landscapes that would be tricky to get to by public transport, and enjoy incredible panoramic views. Conveniently, a seafood lunch is included, and you’ll also enjoy a visit to and tasting at Yoichi Distillery, which produces Nikka Whisky.

Led by highly qualified photographers, our program works around your travel schedule, capturing natural and memorable shots. -Available anywhere in Sapporo. -The original 100+photo files will be delivered. -Photography can be booked up to 3 days in advance. Please select your preferred shooting location from the Location list and inform us when booking or via Chat. ①Odori park/ Clock tower ②Hokkaido Jingu/Maruyama Park ③Nakajima Park ④Shiroi Koibito Park ⑤Otaru(Additional fees will be charged) ⑥Other location in Sapporo ＜Proposal Photography Option＞ Planning a surprise proposal in Sapporo? We offer optional proposal photography plans to help capture this special moment. - Plan A: 1-hour proposal photoshoot, 100+ original photo files, and pre-consultation via chat. - Plan B: Includes everything in Plan A, plus a short smartphone video capturing the proposal moment (about 30 seconds).

Personalized Itinerary: driver picks you up from your hotel& adjusts routes flexibly. Top Sakura Picks:Maruyama Park，Hokkaido Jingu Shrine，Nakajima Park，Shiroi Koibito Park. Book a one-day tour to Sapporo city to enjoy cherry blossoms. Select three famous cherry blossom spots in Sapporo, interspersed with Japanese gardens. Recommended routes are: Maruyama Park: the core area of Sapporo cherry blossoms, with more than 1,500 "Ezoyama cherry trees". Hokkaido Jingu Shrine: Pray for blessings by walking through the cherry blossom approach. Nakajima Park: A favorite cherry blossom viewing spot for locals, with cherry blossoms reflected on the lake. Shiroi Koibito Park: Night lights open from April to May. Best time to view cherry blossoms: late April - mid-May We also have charter services in Otaru, Asahikawa, and Lake Toya. Prioritize sites based on bloom status and your preferences. Act Fast—Spring Won’t Wait!Limited slots left!

Explore Sapporo’s vibrant nightlife on this guided bar-hopping tour, where you can choose from the lively streets of Susukino, the charming ambiance of Tanukikoji, or the modern vibe of the Sapporo Station area. Visit two carefully selected izakayas, savoring a ¥1,500 credit per person for local dishes and drinks. Enjoy highlights like fresh sashimi, grilled hokke, and Hokkaido-style fried chicken, paired with Sapporo Classic beer or premium sake. Your knowledgeable guide will enhance your experience with cultural insights and stories behind each dish, making this an intimate culinary adventure in Hokkaido. - Choose your preferred nightlife district: Susukino, Tanukikoji, or Sapporo Station - Enjoy a generous ¥1,500 credit at two handpicked izakayas - Discover local dishes: fresh sashimi, grilled lamb, miso ramen, and more - Connect with locals and experience authentic Hokkaido hospitality