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Odori Park
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Odori Park

Getting around: Take the subway to Odori Station, right beneath the park, central Sapporo.
Hours: Open 24 hours as a public park, free to enter.

Odori Park is a long, narrow green space running through the center of Sapporo, serving as the city's main gathering point for festivals throughout the year, most famously the Sapporo Snow Festival each February, when massive snow and ice sculptures line the park. Outside festival season, it's a pleasant strip of lawns, flower beds, and fountains flanked by the Sapporo TV Tower at its eastern end.

It's central enough to pass through naturally while exploring the rest of downtown Sapporo, and various food and beer festivals are also held here in summer.

Odori Park FAQs

Is this where the Sapporo Snow Festival happens?

Yes, Odori Park is the main venue for the annual February Snow Festival, featuring large snow and ice sculptures along its length.

Is there an entrance fee?

No, it's a free public park.

What else happens here throughout the year?

Various seasonal festivals, including summer beer gardens and food festivals, are held in the park.

Is the Sapporo TV Tower here?

Yes, it stands at the eastern end of the park.

How long should I plan for a visit?

As long as suits — a quick walk-through takes 20-30 minutes, longer during a festival.

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