Sapporo TV Tower

Pretty good views on a clear day. Thankful to get in during golden week. Plenty of souvenirs and places to grab photos. Also take note of the 5 stamps throughout the building (B1, 3F and top floor). Results in a single pretty stamp. Also took advantage of the ¥100 discount for the soft serve ice cream at the base of the tower. I’d recommend buying tickets in advance.

The Sapporo TV Tower did not disappoint! The view was magnificent, as we got to see the sunset. The little telescope at the top was very cool, as it allows you to see the skyline of Sapporo much clearer. There were also adorable shops and stands with little keepsakes, souvenirs, and stuffed animals, especially of the shima enaga, Hokkaido’s snow fairy bird. If you are in Sapporo, looking for a great place to make unforgettable memories, I would definitely recommend visiting this place.

Sapporo TV Tower is one of Sapporo’s most iconic landmarks, standing proudly at the eastern end of Odori Park. The tower has a long history and remains a symbol of the city. At the top, there is a relatively small observation deck that offers panoramic views of Sapporo, including the length of Odori Park and the surrounding cityscape. While the admission fee feels a little expensive for the size of the viewing area, the scenery is still worth experiencing. For the best experience, visit before sunset and stay until nightfall. You'll be able to enjoy both the warm colors of sunset and the beautiful city lights after dark, creating two completely different but equally impressive views.

On Friday 22/11/2025 at 4pm, as the snow started to fall and the sky darkened, we went to 札幌テレビ塔 Sapporo TV Tower. At 4:30pm, we watched the lights-on ceremony of the annual Sapporo White Illumination Festival. It was magical seeing the lights came on fron the Sapporo TV Tower observatory deck. I learnt that a Japanese Band called Hamburger Boys actually sang a song on Sapporo TV Tower. Pretty cute song and music video. Afterwards, we walked to Odori Park for the German Christmas Market and witness the breathtaking さっぽろホワイトイルミネーション Sapporo White Illumination, a spectacular light festival that celebrates the coming winter with dazzling LED displays. This Tower is 147.2 meters (483 feet) high, with an observation deck located at 90.38 meters above the ground. It was built in 1957 by architect Tachū Naitō, who also designed Tokyo Tower. The tower stands at the eastern end of Odori Park in central Sapporo, Hokkaido, serving as both a broadcasting tower and a popular tourist attraction. Its significance lies in its role as an iconic landmark of Sapporo. It was originally built as a TV transmission tower and now functions primarily as a repeater for local radio stations. The observation deck offers panoramic 360-degree views of Sapporo city and Odori Park, making it popular both day and night, especially during the Sapporo Snow Festival when the park is a winter wonderland. The tower also features large digital clocks visible from afar, enhancing its cityscape presence. It is a symbol of post-war modernization and the growth of Sapporo as a modern city.