📝 1. Overview
Stretching over 1.5 kilometers through the heart of Sapporo, Odori Park is more than just a green space — it’s the cultural and seasonal pulse of the city. In winter, it transforms into a snowy wonderland for the world-famous Sapporo Snow Festival. In spring and summer, it’s filled with flowers, fountains, and food stalls, while autumn brings golden leaves and cozy strolls. Whether you’re looking for photo ops, local snacks, or just a relaxing walk, Odori Park blends urban life and natural beauty like no other place in Hokkaido.
🌟 2. Highlights
⛄ Sapporo Snow Festival – Massive ice sculptures and winter fun (early February)
🌷 Seasonal flower beds – Tulips, lavender, and sunflowers across 13 blocks
🍢 Summer Odori Beer Garden – Japan’s largest open-air beer garden (July–August)
⛲ Fountains & sculptures – Art and water features scattered throughout the park
🎡 Sapporo TV Tower – Observation deck with panoramic city views (East 1 block)
🍁 Fall colors – Maple and ginkgo trees lining the paths (October peak)
🎨 Odori Park Museum & Gallery – Local exhibitions and cultural events
🍠 Yatai food stalls – Grilled corn, potatoes, and seasonal bites in summer/fall
💡 3. Tips
📸 Best photo spots:
– Front of Sapporo TV Tower (especially lit up at night)
– Snow sculptures during the Snow Festival
– Flower beds from Block 5–7 in spring
👟 Walk the full stretch from Nishi 1 to Nishi 12 for the full park experience
🎭 Check seasonal events like White Illumination (winter) or Autumn Fest (Sept)
🧥 Winter = heavy snow gear / Summer = sunscreen & hat for beer garden season
🚲 Bike rentals available nearby for a breezy ride through the park
🛏️ Stay near Odori or Sapporo Station for easy access to the park and events
🍽️ 4. Nearby Eats – Top 3
- Soup Curry GARAKU
🍛 Famous for rich Hokkaido-style soup curry with local veggies
📍 2 Chome-4-4 Minami 3 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo
🕒 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM / 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Closed Wed)
🚶 8 min walk from Odori Park (Block 3) - Kinotoya Bake Odori Koen
🍮 Must-try cheese tarts and soft serve ice cream
📍 1 Chome Odorinishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo
🕒 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Daily)
🚶 Located right on Odori Park (near TV Tower) - Sapporo Beer Garden (seasonal)
🍺 Huge outdoor beer garden with local brews & grilled food
📍 Odori Park Blocks 5–8 (summer only)
🕒 July to August, typically 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🚶 Set directly in the park, open-air & festive!
🍽️ 4B. Sub-Zone Picks – Recommended Spots by Area
🌸 East End (Blocks 1–3)
– Sapporo TV Tower Café – Light bites with a view
– Kinotoya Bake – Cheese tarts & sweets
– Maruyama Coffee – Stylish café with local beans
🌼 Central Zone (Blocks 4–7)
– Odori Beer Garden – Summer drinks & grilled corn
– Café de Lavenir – Chill spot near flower beds
– Hokkaido Shrine Festival pop-up stalls (June)
🍁 West Side (Blocks 8–12)
– Seasonal food trucks (autumn & events)
– Local artist booths & street musicians
– Quiet benches for reading & people-watching
🚗 5. Access
📍 From New Chitose Airport (CTS)
🚆 JR Rapid Airport Express → Sapporo Station (~37 min)
🚇 Subway Namboku Line → Odori Station (1 stop / 2 min)
🚖 Taxi from airport: ~60–70 min, ¥10,000+
📍 Getting Around Locally
🚶 Odori Park is walkable end-to-end (~20 min total)
🚇 Direct access via Odori Station (Tozai / Namboku / Toho Lines)
🚲 Rent-a-cycle stations available nearby in spring–autumn
🛏️ Hotels: Odori, Susukino, or Sapporo Station areas are all convenient
📞 6. Contact / Info
🌐 Official Tourism Site: https://www.sapporo.travel
📍 Odori Park: 1 Chome Odorinishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido
📞 Sapporo Tourist Info Center: +81-11-213-5088
🎫 Event Info: https://www.snowfes.com（Sapporo Snow Festival）