Sapporo On Your Own
Moderate Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
Departing from Muroran, you'll board your comfortable motorcoach for a scenic journey passing dense forests, rolling countryside, and the city of Tomakomai, famed for paper production.
Your travels will take you to the heart of the city that came to international fame as the host city for the 1972 Winter Olympics, the first ever held in Asia. You'll stop at Odori Park, truly the city's "central park" that divides it into North and South. Originally designated as the main street, it eventually became a park spanning 13 blocks. Peruse its underground shopping town, elaborate gardens, promenades and pushcart vendors. The Sapporo TV Tower anchors one end of the park and the ski jump from the 1972 Winter Olympic is visible from the grounds. Throughout the year, many events and ceremonies are held here, such as the Sapporo Lilac Festival and the Sapporo Snow Festival that attracts millions of visitors each year. Climb the TV tower for some spectacular city views from its observation deck.
Many people are familiar with the beer that bears the city's name. A short ride from city center is the Sapporo Beer Museum. The red brick building recalls the pioneer days of Hokkaido over 130 years ago. Beer was first brewed in Japan in 1876 under the direction of Hokkaido Development Agency. They had hired foreign experts who happened to find natural hops in Sapporo. During your visit can learn the history and technology of the first, oldest beer brewery then purchase a sample of the draft beer fresh from the beer brewery.
You may want to stop by the Botanic Garden. Established in 1886, it's part of Hokkaido University, and preserves part of the forest that covered the Ishikari Plain. Visit the alpine garden, greenhouse, and small museum that hosts artifacts of the Ainu people (the aboriginal people of the area).
Your day of adventure comes to an end as you re-board your motorcoach with your treasures, and memories, for the scenic ride back through the city to Muroran and your ship.
Points of interest
Odori Park
Schedule
Special Notes
Bring local currency for any purchases. Wear comfortable, low-heeled walking shoes. This tour involves stairclimbing and is not recommended for passengers with limited mobility. Sapporo Beer Museum is closed on Mondays. Botanic Garden is closed on Sundays and Japanese national holidays. Until April 28th, Botanic Garden only opens their greenhouse garden to visitors.
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Moderate Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
Departing from Muroran, you'll board your comfortable motorcoach for a scenic journey passing dense forests, rolling countryside, and the city of Tomakomai, famed for paper production.
Your travels will take you to the heart of the city that came to international fame as the host city for the 1972 Winter Olympics, the first ever held in Asia. You'll stop at Odori Park, truly the city's "central park" that divides it into North and South. Originally designated as the main street, it eventually became a park spanning 13 blocks. Peruse its underground shopping town, elaborate gardens, promenades and pushcart vendors. The Sapporo TV Tower anchors one end of the park and the ski jump from the 1972 Winter Olympic is visible from the grounds. Throughout the year, many events and ceremonies are held here, such as the Sapporo Lilac Festival and the Sapporo Snow Festival that attracts millions of visitors each year. Climb the TV tower for some spectacular city views from its observation deck.
Many people are familiar with the beer that bears the city's name. A short ride from city center is the Sapporo Beer Museum. The red brick building recalls the pioneer days of Hokkaido over 130 years ago. Beer was first brewed in Japan in 1876 under the direction of Hokkaido Development Agency. They had hired foreign experts who happened to find natural hops in Sapporo. During your visit can learn the history and technology of the first, oldest beer brewery then purchase a sample of the draft beer fresh from the beer brewery.
You may want to stop by the Botanic Garden. Established in 1886, it's part of Hokkaido University, and preserves part of the forest that covered the Ishikari Plain. Visit the alpine garden, greenhouse, and small museum that hosts artifacts of the Ainu people (the aboriginal people of the area).
Your day of adventure comes to an end as you re-board your motorcoach with your treasures, and memories, for the scenic ride back through the city to Muroran and your ship.
Points of interest
Odori Park
Schedule
Special Notes
Bring local currency for any purchases. Wear comfortable, low-heeled walking shoes. This tour involves stairclimbing and is not recommended for passengers with limited mobility. Sapporo Beer Museum is closed on Mondays. Botanic Garden is closed on Sundays and Japanese national holidays. Until April 28th, Botanic Garden only opens their greenhouse garden to visitors.