The second day’s itinerary will focus on shopping and eating around western and central Sapporo and Otaru. The first stop of the day, Mt Okura Ski Jump, offers visitors a clear view of the start line on the ski jump and Sapporo city while being surrounded by stunning nature and fresh air. Spend a cool moment in the gardens of Shiroi Koibito Park and admire the beautiful roses in bloom. Why not take a leisurely stroll along romantic Otaru canal and the neighboring historical streets.
Have a hearty breakfast of ikura and uni bowl at the dining hall after sizing up the variety of seafood sold at Sapporo Central Wholesale Market’s. For those with a sweet tooth, savor the flavorful chocolate drink and chocolate fondue at Shiroi Koibito Park. Also, check out the ‘non-conveyor belt sushi’ that offers sushi at competitive prices.
For ladies who would like to shop, explore Odori’s shopping zones and the shopping malls in front of Sapporo Station. Gentlemen who do not want to window shop can enjoy a movie or two at the cinema complex in front of Sapporo Station. Refer to Sapporo Central Carpark’s one point advice and take your time to stroll around Sapporo’s city center.
Okurayama Observatory (Mt Okura Ski Jump)
The one stop popular spot for tourism and sports
A modern facility with a panoramic view of wide lands and distant horizons. A site for international competitions, this ski jump is open in both summer and winter. A ‘Sapporo Winter Sports Museum’ was established here, enabling visitors to experience simulated winter sports and displaying records of Sapporo’s winter competitions and its history. Visitors can get to tour the facility and simultaneously, enjoy a new sport.
Shiroi Koibito Park
A chocolate museum where visitors can try their hand at confectionary making
Get to observe the production line of Hokkaido’s popular ‘Shiroi Koibito’, learn about the history and art of chocolates, and try making confectioneries. In addition, there are a variety of exhibits including traditional tin toys, and a café popular for its cake buffet, the Rose Garden.
Sushi-Gen
Savor the unique taste of Otaru’s seafood in a cozy little restaurant
A cozy diner tucked in the corner of Sushi Street. The diner’s owner believes in providing a comfortable environment and welcomes all customers with a companionable smile. All first-time customers will immediately be put at ease. What the diner lacks in grandeur is made up by the sumptuous food. Come often enough and the owner will present with a special dish. This diner is recommended for people who want to enjoy Otaru’s sushi.
Sapporo Stellar Place
Sapporo Station’s shopping mall with the largest cinema in Hokkaido
With a variety of boutique shops, sundry goods and restaurants, this is a large scale shopping mall that also draws a crowd with Hokkaido’s largest cinema complex holding 12 screening rooms. Not only is this mall conveniently linked to Sapporo Station, there are a variety of unique shops that are popular among ladies. Filled with ladies and men boutiques featuring the latest trend, this is also the perfect spot date spot for couples.
JR Tower Observatory T38
360°panoramic view from Hokkaido’s tallest building
Located in JR tower’s 38th floor, this spot is well-known as Hokkaido’s tallest building. On a clear day, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view from the height of 160m, and drink in the sight of Otaru and Ishikari in the North, Sapporo city center in the South, Nohoro Forest Park and Tokachi-dake in the East, and Teine and Lake Shikotsu mountain range in the West. Don’t forget to drop by the souvenir shop, T’SHOP, filled with original goods and relax at the T’CAFÉ while enjoying the view.
