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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Hokkaido│Noboribetsu & Lake Toya Tour with Ropeway Ticket
Asahiyama Adventure: Zoo+Waterfalls & Blue Pond Day Tour
Hokkaido│Noboribetsu & Toya Day Tour with Ropeway Ticket
Hokkaido: Asahiyama Zoo, Furano, and Ningle Terrace Full Day Tour
Hokkaido Day Tour from Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond Japan
Luxury Hokkaido Day Tour to Asahiyama Zoo and Biei Blue Pond
Top hotels in Kita Ward
Hotel Mystays Sapporo Aspen
The room was larger than what we expected. Shower is great. Took advantage of the breakfast buffet on the last day and wished we took advantage of it earlier. Food was good, especially where there was all you can eat Ikura! We liked the location as it was near the train station so it was easy to ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Hotel Emion Sapporo
Bed was good quality Naturally is excellent Breakfast was verygood
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Keikyu EX Hotel Sapporo
It was beside the train station which has a lovely shopping mall attached. I really appreciated that the breakfast buffet had basic allergy labeling.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hotel MyStays Sapporo Station
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Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
JR East Hotel Mets Premier Sapporo
The breakfast was exceptional
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Comfort Hotel ERA Sapporo North
Clean room every day by service team. Excellent staffs. Signature buffet breakfast. Convenient walking distance to JR Sapporo stations.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 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 Sapporo Jyogai Market. 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.
