Kita Ward Travel Guide
Sapporo
Popular places to visit
Hokkaido University
Enjoy a day in the life of Sapporo’s university students and professors while wandering the tree-lined avenues and riverfront walks of this elegant campus.
Sapporo Dome
Watch the excitement of baseball and soccer games, shop, eat or climb to an observation deck for panoramic views of Sapporo and its surroundings.
Tanukikoji Shopping Street
During your trip to Sapporo, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Tanukikoji Shopping Street. Wander around the gardens or experience the area's festivals.
Odori Park
Sapporo’s main thoroughfare has been transformed into a long municipal park, also the city’s premier venue for festivals throughout the year.
Jozankei Hot Spring
You can take time to visit Jozankei Hot Spring during your travels to Sapporo. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.
Otaru Canal
During your trip to Otaru, you can do some window-shopping at Otaru Canal. Discover the hot springs and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Hokkaido│Noboribetsu & Toya Day Tour with Ropeway Ticket
Hokkaido Day Tour from Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond Japan
Asahiyama Zoo, Shirahige Falls, Biei, and Blue Pond Day Tour
1 Day Tour to Hill of the Buddha, Sapporo and Sake
Hokkaido│Noboribetsu & Lake Toya Tour with Ropeway Ticket
Top hotels in Kita Ward
Hotel Mystays Sapporo Aspen
Great location, very attentive staff. The hotel is a bit dated, but is still in very good condition.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Hotel MyStays Sapporo Station
The staff are very courteous. The hotel is very near JR line Sapporo station, exit through #9 but if you have luggage there's no lift so exit by the North gate of Sapporo station. The hotel is 2 stations away from Susukino and 1 station away from Odori Park. There are many selection for the breakfast. ...
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Hotel Emion Sapporo
Housekeeping was very attentive. Breakfast was in the Club Lounge, quiet peaceful environment but not a big variety of breakfast options.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Keikyu EX Hotel Sapporo
Checking in was very straight forward. The staff are friendly and helpful. The train station is very close by and a ton of shopping and food places are as well. Great hotel and the room was amazing. The breakfast had a huge variety and worth the money. I look forward to staying here again, when I ...
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Toyoko Inn Hokkaido Sapporo Station Kita
The hotel is really close to Sapporo station. Plenty of food around the hotel.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
JR East Hotel Mets Premier Sapporo
Great amenities and great service! Very thoughtful hotel!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kita Ward
Kotoni
Even though there aren't top sights in Kotoni, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Hokkaido Shrine. Jump on the metro at Kotoni Station to see more of the city.
Sapporo City Centre
Enjoy the popular shops in Sapporo City Centre. Tanukikoji Shopping Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nishi-Yon-Chome Stop or Odori Station to see more of Sapporo.
Odori
Shopping, hot springs and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Odori. Make a stop by Tanukikoji Shopping Street or Odori Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Nishi-Hatchome Stop or Nishi-Yon-Chome Stop to get around town.
Susukino
Spend some time visiting places like Susukino Street while getting to know Susukino, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Susukino Station or Hosui-Susukino Station to see more of the area.
Maruyama
While you're in Maruyama, take in top sights like Maruyama Zoo or Maruyama Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Maruyama-koen Station or Nishi-Nijuhatchome Station.
Higashi
Higashi is well liked for its museums and breweries. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Moerenuma Park and Sapporo Beer Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Shindo-higashi Station or Sakaemachi Station to get around.
