Zenibako Travel Guide
Sapporo
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Tanukikoji Shopping Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to Tanukikoji Shopping Street, a popular shopping spot in Sapporo. Wander around the gardens or experience the area's festivals.
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.
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.
Things to do
Hokkaido Day Tour from Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond Japan
Luxury Hokkaido Day Tour to Asahiyama Zoo and Biei Blue Pond
Asahiyama Zoo, Christmas Tree, Fairy Terrace Day Tour | Hokkaido
Top hotels in Zenibako
SAPPORO HOTEL by GRANBELL
Very clean and spacious room, the hotel breakfast was also great as well
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Sapporo by IHG
The room was smaller than expected based off of the pictures but it was still extremely clean and well taken care of.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Sapporo
Very comfortable
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Sapporo Grand Hotel
Staff were great hotel
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Keio Plaza Hotel Sapporo
Front desk was amazing. We arrived before check in time and left the luggage with them and went out exploring. When it was time to check-in, they had already sent the luggage to our room:) They were also very helpful in explaining about the shuttle bus. Breakfast buffet was the same everyday, and ...
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Hotel Abest Sapporo
I liked that the Hotel Abest was very conveniently located and I could take the bus to the airport from there, purchasing the ticket at the hotel. The staff of the hotel was extremely helpful and nice. The temperature in the room was perfect.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Zenibako
Teine
You'll enjoy the parks and ski areas in Teine. You might want to make time for a stop at Sapporo Teine or Maeda Forest Park.
Nishi
The mountain views and museums are just a few things visitors like about Nishi. Shiroi Koibito Park and Sapporo Teine Memorial Museum are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Miyanosawa Station or Hassamu-minami Station to get around the larger area.
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.
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.
Maruyama
While you're in Maruyama, take in top sights like Maruyama Park or Hokkaido Shrine, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Maruyama-koen Station or Nishi-Nijuhatchome Station.
Chuo-ku
You might enjoy the skiing while in Chuo-ku. Tanukikoji Shopping Street is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Maruyama-koen Station or Nishi-Nijuhatchome Station to see more of the city.
