Description
Points of Interest
- Sapporo
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
First, let's head out to the Hokkaido Jingu Shrine, which covers a vast area. Emperor Meiji is enshrined here, and it is known as one of the few shrines in Japan where an emperor is enshrined. Next, let's go to Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill to learn about the famous great men of Hokkaido. At this observatory, there is a bronze statue of William Smith Clark, the father of Hokkaido. He came here to train the future leaders of Hokkaido. Heading out to the city of Sapporo to visit the Beer Museum, the oldest beer museum in Japan. This museum is said to have been built in the Meiji era (1868-1912), and it is a museum that retains much of that history. In this museum, you can experience the history of Sapporo Beer, which has been handed down from the Hokkaido pioneering project in 1876, through panels and videos.
Special Notes:
There is a 30-minute, 800-meter walk at the Hokkaido Jingu Shrine.This includes walking on a gravel section and is not recommended for those with walking difficulties.
Tasting is not included in the Sapporo Beer Museum. Those who wish to taste the beer will need to purchase tickets for tasting by themselves. Sapporo Beer Museum is closed ever monday. Additional purchases must be made in Japanese yen. The view from Hitsujigaoka Observation deck is weather dependent.
Details
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.