What other travelers are saying about Sapporo Factory
I visited Sapporo Factory mainly out of curiosity and to see the historic buildings, and I’m glad I did. The complex was built on the site of Japan’s first modern brewery, established in 1876, which adds a lot of historical context to the place.
I didn’t shop or eat there – I simply walked through the area to have a look around. What impressed me most was the old part of the site. The beautifully preserved red-brick brewery buildings give the place real character, and it’s easy to imagine its industrial past. The contrast between the historic architecture and the modern glass atrium is interesting and visually appealing.
Visiting in winter made the experience even more atmospheric – with thick snow on the roofs, large icicles hanging from the brick walls, and the cold air adding to the historic, almost timeless feeling of the place.
Overall, it’s worth stopping by if you are in the area.
If you were a sports & outdoor camping lovers, must visit! 2nd time visited here when in Hokkaido. More branding stores have been opened. Decorated beautifully for Christmas time. Some good photo spots as there is an old building in front of the shopping mall. I visited in the day & night time.
To me, the exterior of this shopping mall is quite special, as it was renovated from a former beer factory. The interior is not bad as well. There are many games and shops designed for children, so this mall is mainly suitable for families with kids.
If you had just visited the Sapporo beer museum, the Sapporo Factory is walking distance nearby and a must stop. The factory frontage is so attractive! The factory is also home to various food and retail establishments spread over four malls. In the mall you can find everything from fashion clothes, sports wear, camping gear to even pet stuffs. There is also a cinema here. Parking can be tedious in-mall but if you drive around nearby lanes, you can find many public car parks. There's also a small park next to the mall that is worth a visit.
Suprisingly the worst designed shopping centre I have ever visited, upon every entry I seen you have several basic or empty shops before having to walk across bridges, down or up stairs to get to another shop. One whole floor in one section appeared empty, the staff working in the shops were friendly enough however the whole complex appeared very quiet inside.
Personally I would not want to visit this location unless I absolutely had to and unfortunately I cannot see a different way to fix the confusion apart from relocating to a better shopping complex design.
Sapporo Factory accommodates visits of varying lengths. You can browse the shops, dine at a restaurant, view the Atrium and historical elements, and visit the brewery museum within a few hours. The cinema adds entertainment options for those wanting to extend their stay.
The Atrium is a multi-story glass-roofed courtyard that houses one of Japan's largest hanging clocks. It preserves the original brick walls and industrial elements while incorporating modern glass architecture, serving as the central space connecting the complex's buildings.
The complex offers 160 shops selling fashion, lifestyle goods, and Hokkaido products. Restaurants serve local and international cuisine. The Atrium features a glass roof and one of Japan's largest hanging clocks. The brewery museum displays the site's industrial history. A cinema operates within the facility.
Sapporo Factory is 10 minutes on foot from Sapporo Station. By subway, take the Tozai line to Bus Center-mae Station (5 minutes walk) or Higashi 4-chome Station. Both stations provide direct access to the complex.
