Higashi Travel Guide
Sapporo
Popular places to visit
Sapporo Beer Museum
Visit this museum dedicated to one of Japan’s most popular beer brands, housed in a preserved factory from the Meiji-period.
Moerenuma Park
One of Isamu Noguchi’s last projects is an expansive public space that is more a immersive work of art than a traditional park.
Sapporo Community Dome
Catch an event at Sapporo Community Dome during your trip to Sapporo. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals.
Retsureppu Shrine
Retsureppu Shrine is just one of the places to see in Sapporo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's museums and monuments.
Sapporo Satoland
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Sapporo Satoland during your visit to Sapporo. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.
Sapporo Beer Garden
You can take time to visit Sapporo Beer Garden during your travels to Sapporo. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.
Things to do
Sapporo: Lake Toya & Hell Valley Day Trip with Mt. Yotei
With Lunch│Mt. Usu Ropeway, Otaru & Noboribetsu Day Trip
Noboribetsu Lake Toya and Lake Shikotsu Day Tour from Sapporo
Sapporo: Hokkaido, Noboribetsu and Lake Toya Day Tour
Hokkaido: Biei Blue Pond and Furano Flower Farm Day Trip
Hokkaido Day Tour from Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond Japan
Top hotels in Higashi
SAPPORO HOTEL by GRANBELL
See the view, enjoy onsen and breakfast
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hotel Emion Sapporo
Convenient location. Helpful staff. The onsen was ok. The room was spacious neat and tidy.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
The Knot Sapporo
The location is great, just a short walk to Susukino subway station. The tram station is also right in front, which was very convenient. The room was clean and was cleaned daily. I would definitely like to stay here again.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
KOKO HOTEL Sapporo Ekimae
Great place and location.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Tokyu Stay Sapporo Odori
all good would stay again
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
The Royal Park Canvas – Sapporo Odori Park
Annoying staff members
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Higashi
Kita Ward
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Kita Ward. Top attractions like Hokkaido University Museum and Seikatei are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Kita-nijuyo-jo Station or Kita-sanjuyo-jo Station to see more of the city.
Shiroishi
The restaurants and shopping are just a few things visitors like about Shiroishi. RaSORa Sapporo and Shiroishi Cycling Road are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Nango-nanachome Station or Nango-jusanchome Station to get around the larger area.
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.
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.
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.
Kotoni
Even though there aren't top sights in Kotoni, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Sapporo Racecourse. Jump on the metro at Kotoni Station to see more of the city.
