2025-04

English guide

Navigate Sapporo Confidently: Useful Japanese Words & Phrases for Travelers

Planning a Sapporo trip? Master 30 essential Japanese phrases with tips from a 40-yr local! Navigate, eat & shop confidently. Your authentic Sapporo guide.
English guide

An Honest Local’s Guide to Sapporo Ramen: Explanations, Tips & Recommendations

Your honest local guide to Sapporo ramen! Discover authentic flavors, must-try shops like Sumire, local eating tips (rice combo!), honest reviews & more. Find your perfect bowl!
English guide

Nakajima Park Sapporo: A Local’s Honest Guide to the City’s Urban Oasis

Discover Nakajima Park, Sapporo's tranquil urban oasis! A local's guide to Hoheikan, gardens, festivals & honest tips. Escape the city bustle near Susukino.
English guide

Sapporo Travel Etiquette: Tips from a 40-Year Local for International Visitors

Visiting Sapporo? Get essential travel etiquette tips straight from a 40-year local! Learn Japanese manners for subways, dining, onsen & more to navigate smoothly & respectfully. Avoid common mistakes – enjoy your trip like an insider!
English guide

Tanukikoji Shopping Street Sapporo: A Local’s Honest Guide (Tips & Secrets)

Explore Sapporo's covered Tanukikoji Shopping Street with a local's honest guide! Get insider tips on the best food, souvenirs, drugstores, access, crowds & the real vibe. Your authentic Sapporo adventure starts here!
English guide

Is Sapporo TV Tower Worth Visiting? Insider Tips & View Comparison

Is Sapporo TV Tower worth visiting? Get a local's honest take on the iconic views over Odori Park, compare it to other spots, & find insider tips on tickets, crowds & more. Your essential Sapporo guide!
English guide

Unlocking Hokkaido Onsen: A Local’s Authentic Guide to Japanese Hot Springs & Etiquette

Planning Hokkaido travel? Learn how to enjoy Japanese onsen like a local! Get real tips & etiquette for hot springs in Sapporo & Hokkaido, including crucial info on tattoos. Relax & soak the authentic way.
English guide

Sapporo’s Okurayama Observation Deck: Worth the Trip? A 40-Year Resident Tells All

Is Sapporo's Okurayama Observation Deck worth it? A 40-yr local shares HONEST tips on ski jump views, chairlift thrills, bugs, winter cold & more. Get real advice!
English guide

Seicomart Sapporo: A Local’s Guide to Hokkaido’s Favorite Konbini

Discover Seicomart Sapporo, Hokkaido's unique konbini! A local's guide to cheap eats like Hot Chef, surprising wine, and the authentic Sapporo convenience store experience you won't find elsewhere.
Day Trips & Beyond

Is Asahiyama Zoo Worth the Day Trip from Sapporo? Insider Review & Must-Sees

Planning a Sapporo trip? Discover if an Asahiyama Zoo day trip is worth it! Get honest tips from a local on highlights like penguins & polar bears, access, and food.
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Jozankei Onsen Guide: Hot Springs, Nature, Access & Tips from a Sapporo Resident

Planning a trip to Sapporo? Discover Jozankei Onsen, a stunning hot spring getaway just 1 hr away! Get insider tips on day trips, nature, access & avoiding crowds from a 40-yr Sapporo local. Your authentic Hokkaido experience starts here!
English guide

New Chitose Airport (CTS) Guide: More Than Just a Gateway to Sapporo – A Local’s Tips

Discover Sapporo's New Chitose Airport (CTS) secrets from a 40-year local! More than just an airport, find the best food (ramen, seafood!), onsen spa, shopping, family fun & insider tips for your Hokkaido trip. Your essential CTS guide awaits!
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Sapporo Clock Tower: An Honest Guide from a Local (Is it Really Worth Visiting?)

Get an honest local's guide to Sapporo Clock Tower. Is it really 'disappointing'? Find out if it's worth visiting, pros & cons, location tips, and why the night view is special
English guide

Day & Night Views Above Sapporo: An Honest Look at JR Tower Observatory T38

Discover Sapporo's best views day & night from JR Tower T38! A local's honest guide to this must-visit observatory above Sapporo Station. Get tips on access, best times, and why it's worth it. Your unforgettable Sapporo experience starts here.
English guide

Maruyama Park & Hokkaido Shrine: A Sapporo Local’s Honest Guide (40+ Years!)

Explore Sapporo's Maruyama Park & Hokkaido Shrine with a 40+ year local! Get honest tips on access, best times, hidden gems like Jingu Chaya & seasonal events.
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Sapporo’s Hidden Gem: Moerenuma Park – An Insider’s Guide

Discover Sapporo's Moerenuma Park, Isamu Noguchi's stunning art & nature masterpiece, with a 40-year local's guide. Explore Moereyama views, the Glass Pyramid, fountains, access tips, best seasons & why it's worth the trip. Free entry!
English guide

Sapporo Souvenir Guide: Honest Reviews from a Local (Food, Drinks, Crafts)

Find the perfect Sapporo souvenir with this local's honest guide! Beyond Shiroi Koibito & Royce', discover unique sweets, savory snacks (like Saketoba!), local drinks, crafts & what locals really recommend. Insider tips for your Hokkaido gifts.
Day Trips & Beyond

Lake Shikotsu Day Trip from Sapporo: A Local’s Honest Guide (Summer Focus)

Planning a Lake Shikotsu day trip from Sapporo? Get a local's honest advice! Discover stunning summer water clarity ("Shikotsu Blue"), fun activities like SUP, Marukoma Onsen tips, Hime Salmon secrets & the reality of winter visits. Your essential guide.
English guide

Sapporo Streetcar (Shiden): Local’s Guide to Riding, Routes & Tips

Ride Sapporo's charming Streetcar (Shiden) like a local! Easy guide to the loop route, fares (IC card recommended!), how to ride/pay, best stops (Mt. Moiwa!), and honest tips on when to choose it over the subway. Discover Sapporo's vibe!
English guide

Is Shiroi Koibito Park Worth Visiting? A Sapporo Local’s Review

Explore Sapporo's Shiroi Koibito Park with a local's honest insights! Discover the fairytale atmosphere, must-try exclusive sweets, best times to visit (winter lights!), workshops, pros & cons, and easy access tips. Is it worth it? Find out here.