Tanukikoji Shopping Arcade

Shopping

Sapporo provides a great number of stores, offering everything from fashion boutiques with well-known Western brands to traditional cotton or silk kimonos. Not only the city offers a number of large underground malls such as the popular Tanuki Koji Shopping Arcade, but also department stores like Parco with ten floors of shopping—and don't forget the small local shops selling souvenirs. Other popular products in Hokkaido besides kimonos are wood carvings, produced often by the Ainus, available in the boutiques of Sapporo as well as in the gift shops of hotels and museums.

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Nijo Fish Market

For those who just can't get enough of local markets, your first port of call must be the historical Nijo Ichiba Market, south of Nijo Street. Accommodating approximately sixty shops, the market sells fresh, local produce and cooked foods, as well as local …

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Tanukikoji Shopping Arcade

Tracing its history back to 1869, Tanuki Koji is the oldest shopping district in Hokkaido. Nestled in the heart of Sapporo, this lively shopping street, spanning 7 blocks, boasts around 200 outlets—from fashion boutiques and restaurants to shops offering an array of local handcrafted …

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Stellar Place Sapporo

Stellar Place is a sprawling mall within the JR Sapporo Station building, offering a shopping and entertainment paradise for all. Here, you'll discover a diverse array of shops featuring the latest fashions for men and women, cosmetics, interior goods, and an extensive selection of books and toys. With plentiful dining options ranging from casual …

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Shiroi Koibito Park

Chocolate is possibly a surprising souvenir here in Sapporo but locally-made chocolate confectionery is well worth treating yourself (or others) to. The distinguished Ishiya Chocolate Factory is well-known in Japan and South East Asia. Their confectionery is incredibly popular with locals as well as visitors. The ultimate gift to purchase is the 'shiroi koibito', …

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Pokémon Center Sapporo

Definitely a must-visit for all Pokémon lovers who want to discover all their childhood heroes. Located at ESTA adjacent to the game corner is a store full of magic and nostalgia. In the decently sized shop, you will find a staggering variety of pokémon-themed products and …

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Sapporo Factory

Situated in a former brewery with a central courtyard full of greenery, the lively Sapporo Factory is full of restaurants, shops offering travel gear, and even features a theatre. The huge glass rooftop makes it very light. Shops like Adidas, Nike, Crocs, Puma, Victorinox, The North Face and Elizabeth Jewelry are all located here. …

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Savon de Siesta

Hand-made soaps made from natural ingredients in Hokkaido can be purchased at Savon de Siesta. Ingredients and fragrances are all locally grown and range from azuki beans to silver birth and natural salt from the Sea of Okhotsk. The favourite souvenir for the snow festival is a soap with snowflake crystal …

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Parco

Plenty of shopping opportunities await you at the popular Parco department store, with over ten floors of high-street fashion stores, together with impressive restaurants on the top floor. You will find shops selling everything from fashion to beauty and accessories, boutiques like Diesel, Paul Smith, Lush, Samsonite, Par Avion, Maison De Glamour and …

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D&Department Sapporo by 3KG

With its abundance of wood and forests, Japan is also famous for its wooden products. The finest dinnerware with a unique wood texture made in Asahikawa can be bought at this shop, which makes for an excellent …

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Space 1-15

Those looking for an alternative souvenir shopping experience should not miss Space 1-15. The old apartment building hosts 20 shops, cafés, casual wear and artisan workshops in a unique environment. Just follow the hand-made floor guideboard at the entrance and see how the products are …

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Sapporo Central Wholesale Market

Sapporo crab market is not only a market but a sight in itself. About 60 shops sell seafood and fresh marine products, meat, confectionery, delicatessen and local produce at a very good price. The best way to try the Hokkaido delicacies is having a meal of fresh local seafood at one of the local …

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