Top Sapporo Cultural Tours

Discover Hokkaido’s stunning lakeside scenery by going on a comprehensive day tour to Lake Shikotsu, Toya, and Mt. Usu. Save time organizing transport by having round-trip transfers from a central meeting point included. Travel with ease between dispersed sites and enjoy the spectacular views along the way. Highlights include Silo View Point, Lake Toya, Lake Hill Farm, a ropeway trip up Mt. Usu, and a delicious lunch at Mt. Usu Village.

Don’t let limited time in Sapporo stop you visiting the enchanting harbor town of Otaru, famed for its winding canals and preserved herring mansions. On this private full-day tour, you’ll visit landmarks such as the Music Box Museum, the Otaru Museum, and the Kitaichi Glassworks Company, all the while learning about Otaru’s rich industrial heritage. Plus, you’ll visit a sake brewery to enjoy samples of Japan’s national beverage. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Spend a full day sightseeing in Sapporo and Otaru without having to worry about finding your own transportation. Your English-speaking guide will take you to the must-see attractions in these towns, including several food and drink-related stops. As this is a private tour, it’s entirely flexible and customizable, to suit your interests.

Discover the best of the seaside city of Otaru in a day on this action-packed tour. Eliminate the worry of getting lost by having private transfers included. You’ll travel between dispersed sites in a comfortable vehicle including the Yoichi Distillery, Sakaimachi shopping street, Otaru canal, and Tengu Mountain. It’ll be the ultimate hassle-free day as all activities are included, as well as a tasty seafood lunch.

Enjoy an efficient, full-day walking tour of Sapporo accompanied by a nationally/state licensed and experienced multilingual guide! Your guide will help you explore Sapporo while introducing both modern and traditional sides of this dynamic, ancient city. Sapporo City, on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido, may be more famous for its winter activities, but your private guide will tell you that it is a destination that can be enjoyed year-round. Our tours feature a morning pickup at your hotel in Sapporo, then a visit to any number of possible sites. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a six-hour, full-day tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: Nationally and State Licensed Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Cover the highlights of Sapporo during this flexible insider’s tour through the city. Forget pre-planned itineraries and enjoy a customizable, on-the-fly schedule with personal recommendations from your own private guide. Take in top sights, from the bustling seafood market to the lush downtown park, while listening to the history and culture of Hokkaido. Hotel pickup is available, and you can travel like a local by taxi, subway, or on foot.

Taste the best of Sapporo regional specialties by going on this combination of a market tour, a cooking class, and lunch. As you explore Nijo Ichiba market with a guide, you’ll discover more about local produce. A private tour means you can learn to cook at your own pace, and you’ll have direct access to your guide for questions. It’ll be the ultimate hassle-free day as all ingredients, lunch, and alcoholic beverages are included.

On this private day tour of Sapporo, Muslim travelers can feel confident knowing that their specific needs are being taken into consideration. Your private guide will take you to family-friendly places, attractions with dedicated prayer rooms, and dining spots that meet Muslim dietary requirements. See the highlights of Sapporo while observing your faith.

Private 10-hour tour conducted by professional licensed local sightseeing taxi to incredible attractions in Furano and Biei:   • Accommodates up to 5 persons; • 10-hours tour; • Child, elderly and handicap-friendly tour; and • Travel around on a licensed sightseeing taxi (the remaining cost of the sightseeing taxi of 40,000 JPY + highway fees per group shall be paid to the driver in cash) As this is a private tour, we can customise the itinerary according to your needs and preferences. The tour is suitable for children, elderly and the handicapped as well.

・Explore Hokkaido’s signature spots in winter and spend a cheerful day with different activities. Considerately late departure and less morning rush to start a laid-back day trip. ・Go for Japan's one of most popular zoos Asahiyama Zoo, home to various animals! "Penguin's Parade" is the symbolic gesture in winter. It has drawn many visitors for the admirable scene of strolling penguins! ・The can't-miss alluring Blue Pond (Aoi Ike) in Biei of Hokkaido! The pond light up only in winter just creates a dreamlike mysterious wonderland! ・Another illumination sightseeing spot will be Shirohige Falls. There will be time for stop-by and taking photos. ・During January and March, visit to local dessert souvenir shop and Japanese sake museum will be included(March only). ・Hotel pick-up from two locations are available, and drop-off locations are also selectable. English speaking tour guide will accompany this tour.

Avoid the tourist traps and get to know the real Sapporo with a local host, handpicked to match your interests. Explore must-visit attractions, as well as off-the-beaten-path spots missed by most visitors and leave with a better understanding of local culture.

Explore Sapporo at your own pace and customize your itinerary to your own preferences on this full-day private guided tour. After getting picked up from your hotel, embark on a walking tour of downtown area and visit TV Tower, Odori Park, and the former Hokkaido Government Office Building. Stop for lunch (own expense) at the Central Wholesale Market, famed for its seafood, then visit Hokkaido Shrine in Maruyama Park.

First-time visitors to Sapporo can get a quick orientation to city landmarks on this personalized 3-hour walking tour. You’re accompanied by a local host who shares tips on the best places to visit and where to eat, including Sapporo’s hidden gems and better-known highlights. Choose a specific area you’d like to explore in Sapporo and kickstart your sightseeing.

This tour has something for everyone, and will particularly delight nature, whisky, and seafood fans. Spend a day discovering the highlights of Yoichi and the Shakotan Peninsula. Access remote landscapes that would be tricky to get to by public transport, and enjoy incredible panoramic views. Conveniently, a seafood lunch is included, and you’ll also enjoy a visit to and tasting at Yoichi Distillery, which produces Nikka Whisky.

“Kotan” means “Village” and these two mysterious villages will only appear in the winter of Hokkaido. One appears on Lake Shikaribetsu, the highest lake in Hokkaido. There are a lot of ice buildings in the Kotan, such as an ice bar, ice concert hall, ice chapel, and lots to see. Though it sounds crazy, the most famous attraction there is the Ice Hot Spring on the frozen lake! (Please take your own towel for the hot spring.) We also love the ice village surrounded by forest in Tomamu. There you can find an ice café, ice bar, ice slide, and there is also an ice skating rink! Indoor activities such as ice glass workshops are also provided. *For people who would like to ski in Tomamu only, we could offer you transportation. All the details could be negotiable.

Get the most out of your time in Sapporo by booking a local host to take you on an adventure around the city. You’ll save hours researching top sites, and instead, have a personalized itinerary tailored to your needs. Your host will help you see Sapporo through the eyes of a local, and you’ll discover secret spots that you wouldn’t find alone. It’s a great way to see a combination of iconic attractions and hidden gems in a day.   

Swap the crowds and hassle of group tours for a personalized experience, which you can customize to your preferences and needs. This private tour takes you to some of Hokkaido's most spectacular attractions in Lake Toya and Noboribetsu, which you can explore at your own pace.

Enjoy an efficient, half-day walking tour of Sapporo accompanied by a nationally/state licensed, experienced multilingual guide! Your guide will help you explore Sapporo while introducing both modern and traditional sides of this dynamic, ancient city. Sapporo City, on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido, may be more famous for its winter activities, but your private guide will tell you that it is a destination that can be enjoyed year-round. Our tours feature a morning pickup at your hotel in Sapporo, then a visit to any number of possible sites. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a four-hour, half-day tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: Nationally and State Licensed Tour Guide-Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Explore the sights of Hokkaido in your own private Hiace vehicle with a driver who will customize the tour to your interests. Optional attractions you might want to check out include the Furano flower fields and cheese factory or the sights of Sapporo such as markets and parks. The car and driver are yours for the whole day so you can relax and enjoy the island.

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see.

This private and customizable tour for Sapporo is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.

Sapporo, which is the royal road of Hokkaido, also has excellent access from the gateway to the north from New Chitose Airport. Explore the central Sapporo in a half-day with an English speaking guide. You will learn not only its background but also local life by visiting the landmarks. The tour features easy hike in Maruyama, visits to Hokkaido Shrine, or Central Wholesale Market and more. The itinerary can be flexible, so please talk with our guide where to go, what to eat.

“Delicious foods and beautiful spots” that is all that counts in a tour, isn’t it? On this tour, you will visit restaurants that are not for tourists but popular among locals. The iconic food: fried chicken, sushi prepared with fresh seafood, “Sapporo Ramen”, and parfait after dinner, which is becoming a trend in Sapporo will make it an unforgettable delicious tour. To visit those spots effectively, you will use a bicycle! Enjoy the scenery by bicycle and get prepared for the next meal! Don’t worry, we are prepared in the case for rainy or too cold days. You will also visit sightseeing spots! Sounds like a plan? Don’t forget to book your yummy Sapporo tour, with your otomo guide!

This private and customizable tour for Sapporo is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.