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Susukino

すすきの

Hokkaido's premier nightlife destination packed with bars, clubs, izakayas and restaurants, particularly vibrant during Sapporo's annual Snow Festival.

Susukino
Susukino © 663highland, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Opening hours
Every dayAlways open
Admission
EveryoneFree
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Minami6jonishi, Sapporo-Shi Chuo-Ku, Hokkaido 〒 064-0806Susukino Station すすきの (Kidōsen)

Susukino is a district in Sapporo, Japan, known for its vibrant nightlife and entertainment. It is the largest entertainment district in Hokkaido and one of the most popular tourist destinations in Sapporo. The area is known for its abundance of bars, clubs, and izakayas (Japanese pubs) as well as its wide variety of shops and restaurants. Susukino is also home to several large entertainment venues and the Sapporo Ekimae-dori Shopping Street. The area is particularly popular in winter, thanks to the nearby Sapporo Snow Festival, which features large ice sculptures and other winter activities.

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Festival

The 77th Sapporo Snow Festival

Snow and ice sculptures crafted by the Japan Self-Defense Force and local artists fill three Sapporo sites for Japan's most celebrated winter festival.

4–11 Feb 2027 · Dates not yet confirmedSapporo · Hokkaido
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Sapporo's central park stretches 1.5 kilometers east-west, hosting major festivals including the Lilac Festival and Sapporo Snow Festival.

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