The first destination in Justin Harrison’s Japan Sports Journey was Sapporo in Hokkaido. He visited Odori Park, a famous sightseeing spot, and the verdant Moerenuma Park, and even tried jingisukan, one of Hokkaido’s famous dishes.
Justin checks out Odori Park
Justin meets Australian rugby fans
Justin visited Odori Park, a sightseeing spot located in the heart of Sapporo. This park, a great place for people to gather and relax in nature, has gorgeous flower beds and boasts many seasonal events. It was there, in the Rugby Fanzone near the Sapporo TV Tower, that Justin met up with a lot of visiting Australian fans.
Take a plane to New Chitose Airport; change to JR Rapid Airport Line (About 2h 30mins).
Take a taxi (About 10 minutes).
Charcoal grilled lamb
Justin satisfied with his first taste of jingisukan
The next day, Justin wanted to try one of Hokkaido’s famous dishes: jingisukan, or grilled lamb. It was his first time trying it, and he really loved the taste.
Take a taxi (About 30 minutes).
Take a taxi (About 10 minutes).
One of the city’s most beautiful parks, Moerenuma Park
Justin feeling refreshed in Moerenuma Park
There are a lot of families with kids here and everyone has smiles on their faces. They’re clearly enjoying the beautiful scenery, and that’s one of the things I love about Japanese culture: Enjoying what’s around you and finding peace and tranquility wherever you are. —Justin Harrison
If you really want to enjoy Sapporo away from the crowds and urban sprawl, why not visit Moerenuma Park? When Justin visited there, the weather was perfect for viewing the scenery and contemporary architecture, including the glass pyramid, Hidamari. He was amazed by this magnificent spot where art and nature come together. Justin thought that it was a perfect place for families to have a picnic.
Take a taxi (About 30 minutes).
Take a taxi (About 30 minutes).
The capital of Hokkaido Prefecture, Sapporo, draws millions visitors from abroad for many reasons. Skiers and snowboarders make their way through the city en route to Hokkaido’s many ski resorts, while the Sapporo Snow Festival, which is held in February, is one of the city’s most celebrated cultural events.Access from Tokyo by plane about 1.5 hours~
MORE INFOThe Sapporo Dome is the heart of sports and entertainment in northern Japan.
- From Sapporo Station on the Toho Subway Line to Fukuzumi Station (About 15 minutes). 10-minute walk from Fukuzumi Station.
The capital of Hokkaido Prefecture, Sapporo, draws millions visitors from abroad for many reasons. Skiers and snowboarders make their way through the city en route to Hokkaido’s many ski resorts, while the Sapporo Snow Festival, which is held in February, is one of the city’s most celebrated cultural events.Access from Tokyo by plane about 1.5 hours~
MORE INFO The Sapporo Dome is the heart of sports and entertainment in northern Japan.
- From Sapporo Station on the Toho Subway Line to Fukuzumi Station (About 15 minutes). 10-minute walk from Fukuzumi Station.
