Sapporo is known for its rich architectural heritage, a symbol of its place as Hokkaido’s hub of politics, economy, and culture from the 19th century.
Architect James Liambasi visits a dairy farming research site with American design influences, a red-brick beer brewery, and Hokkaido’s first TV tower. This time on Journeys in Japan, we glimpse this fascinating city through its architecture.
Sapporo Shiryokan (Sapporo Archives Museum & Former Court of Appeal)
The historic building has displays showing the city’s development and justice history.
Hoheikan
Hokkaido’s original Western-style wooden hotel served as lodgings for its first guest, the Meiji Emperor.
Sapporo TV Tower
Sapporo TV Tower stands over Odori Park. You can enjoy a panoramic view of the city from the observation deck. At night, the tower is illuminated.
Access
To reach Sapporo from Tokyo, it’s about one hour and 40 minutes by air to New Chitose Airport. From there, it takes about 40 minutes by train.
AloJapan.com