Kita Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kita Ward
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.
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.
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
Otaru Canal is just one of the places to see in Otaru, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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.
Activities
With Lunch│Mt. Usu Ropeway, Otaru & Noboribetsu Day Trip
Sapporo: Lake Toya & Hell Valley Day Trip with Mt. Yotei
Sapporo: Hokkaido, Noboribetsu and Lake Toya Day Tour
Our pick of the best Kita Ward Hotel Deals
Hotel Emion Sapporo
"Convenient location. Helpful staff. The onsen was ok. The room was spacious neat and tidy."
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hotel Mystays Sapporo Aspen
"The hotel is generally very comfortable. Everything was neat and clean, if i have to be really picky, some parts are a little dated. The breakfast spread is impressive, there is something for everyone. The location is unbeatable, about 3 mins away from the Sapporo station."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hotel MyStays Sapporo Station
"We liked the location! It's quieter than the south side of the sapporo station. But still has conveince stores nearby and restaurants steps from entrance. Friendly staff and clean facilities."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
JR East Hotel Mets Premier Sapporo
"Room is clean & comfortably spacious for 1 pax — feels very homely. Bed & pillows are firm but comfortable — very generous with the amount of pillows provided as compared with most others hotels. Comparing to their Mito property, personal amenities provided are more than adequate, with skincare provided. ..."
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
KEIO PRELIA HOTEL SAPPORO
"Very nice modern hotel, well situated. Coin laundry available and easy to use."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Comfort Hotel ERA Sapporo North
"Separate toilet room. Large rooms. Reception people were very friendly"
Reviewed on 22 May 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 Racecourse. 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.
