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Sapporo Ramen Guide: 3 Must-Eat Miso Ramen Shops (Yukikaze, Kifu & Taikou)

WOW: Sapporo Ramen Highlights The Holy Land: Hokkaido is the center of Japan's ramen culture, and Sapporo is arguably the best city for food lovers.The…

Sapporo TV Tower & Odori Park Guide: Best Views, “First Love” Spot & Seasonal Events

WOW: Sapporo TV Tower Highlights 360° Panoramic View: From the 90m observation deck, you can see the "green carpet" of Odori Park, the city streets,…

Tanukikoji Shopping Guide: Sapporo’s 900m Covered Arcade Street

WOW: Tanukikoji Highlights Snow-Proof Shopping: A huge roof covers blocks 1 through 6, making it the perfect place to shop during Sapporo's heavy snows.The "Vibe…

Nakajima Park Guide: Free Skiing, “First Love” Spot & A Quiet Winter Escape

WOW: Nakajima Park Highlights Free Winter Skiing: Yes, really! You can rent skis, boots, and poles for 0 Yen at the Sports Center—perfect for beginners."First…

The Hill of the Buddha Guide: Tadao Ando’s Hidden Masterpiece in Sapporo

WOW: Hill of the Buddha Highlights Tadao Ando's Design: A masterpiece by the world-famous architect. The 13.5m Buddha is hidden inside a hill, revealing only…