11. Otaru Canal Private Sightseeing Tour from Sapporo Station
5.0· 19 reviewsExplore Otaru's Best with Our Tourism Ambassador! Join us for an unforgettable journey through Otaru's top attractions guided by Sapporo's Tourism Ambassador. You will have a warm welcome with our English-speaking guide or Sightseeing Ambassador at Sapporo station to discover the historic Otaru Canal and its significance. You will also explore the picturesque Otaru City street, a hub of cultural events. This experience includes visiting music box in Otaru that can be the memorable souvenir of your travel. If you want,We can take a look at previous Japanese banks learn about the history of Japanese money and savor Hokkaido's culinary delights at a Seafood restaurant. Another one you will enjoy Mt.Tengu for a stunning ocean view and after sightseeing, enjoy Hot Spring Onsen in Otaru. (※We accept tips after Tour) We also offer our other special tours, so please check them out.
22. Sapporo Tour in the Port City of Otaru and Local beer brewery
5.0· 5 reviews· 8 hoursThis tour will take us to the port city of Otaru. Otaru is just a 30-minute convenient train ride away from Sapporo. Otaru was once one of the most prosperous port cities on Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido. Otaru is long past its proud history as a fishing and coal port town, but traces of its glory days remain almost everywhere and visitors should take note. Most tourism activities in Otaru are centered around the Otaru Canal in The Sakaimachi Sightseeing and Shopping District. So many sights to see and activities to partake in in this area. Specifically, on this tour we will “focus on” these well known locations along Sakaimachi Street
33. Authentic Sapporo: Nijo Market Seafood Lunch & Local History Tour
5.0· 23 reviews· 2.5 hoursCalling all foodies and history lovers! Immerse yourself in Sapporo's vibrant past and delicious present. Your local expert guide will unveil fascinating stories from the pioneering era, revealing the deep local connections that make every bite more meaningful. -Uncover Sosei East's hidden past, a pivotal area in Sapporo's urban story, rarely seen by tourists. -Savour an authentic market lunch (Sushi or Donburi) in Nijo Market, a local favourite with deep community ties. -Immerse in local culture at Hokkaido Jingu Tonguu, a beloved community shrine. -Effortlessly explore Sapporo's best with your knowledgeable local guide. -Enjoy a truly personalised tour experience in a comfortable small-group setting. This isn't just a tour; it's an immersion into the authentic spirit of Sapporo, culminating in a lunch at the city's finest market. Book your unforgettable journey today!
44. Mondo's most popular plan! Experience making soba noodles and the king of Japanese cuisine, tempura, in Sapporo!
4.9· 123 reviews· 1 hoursA special plan that combines a buckwheat noodle making experience with Pro tempura cooking. You will first experience the traditional 100% manufacturing process. I eat my own buckwheat noodles with tempura. 【Tempura is made by Japanese food craftsmen】 Easy to explain in English and supported by visual demonstrations, it is ideal for guests who prefer hands-on learning to Guided lectures. This is not a cooking class for tourists, but a true opportunity to experience Japanese craftsmanship that combines practical traditions with Pro skills. This will be a real handmade soba restaurant with a history of over 10 years in Sapporo. We want you to enjoy the traditional Japanese food, soba-noodle making experience, which has been going on since the Edo period (1600)! This trial course comes with tempura. Tempura is a traditional Japanese food, and tempura is also a traditional Japanese food known from around 1600. Soba and tempura have their own unique charms. Soba and tempura are not only delicious, but also create synergies when eaten together, providing an even more enjoyable food experience. 【Tempura is made by a Pro Japanese chef】 Tempura is a dish of battered and deep-fried vegetables and seafood that perfectly matches the crispy texture of the batter and the flavor of the ingredients.Typical ingredients include shrimp, eggplant, seasonal vegetables and local ingredients. Hokkaido is the most famous soba producing region in Japan.Because the climate and soil conditions in Hokkaido make it suitable for growing soba, high-quality soba is produced. Hokkaido's soba cuisine is a luxurious experience where you can enjoy local ingredients and culture.Therefore, it is also popular with tourists visiting Hokkaido.The soba experience in Hokkaido is a good opportunity to deeply understand Japanese soba culture and enjoy the local flavors. The soba making experience time will be around 30 minutes.After that, taste your own soba noodles and tempura If you have around 1 hour and 15 minutes, it will all be over. Even small children can enjoy soba making. You don't need anything to bring or prepare.Please feel free to come. We hope you enjoy it as a commemorative Hokkaido dinner. Also, our shop is a handmade soba shop. I will tell you how Japanese eat soba and how to eat it. ※Children under 5 years old are free of charge. For group customers Please feel free to contact the store directly.
55. Sapporo Sumo Show Experience with Japanese Food and Photo
4.8· 68 reviews· 2 hoursImmerse yourself in the world of sumo at Sapporo's first sumo show restaurant, where history and culinary delight meet. Learn the ancient rules of sumo and witness expert demonstrations from retired wrestlers. Feel the thrill as you step into the ring for your own match, limited to a select few. Savor a hearty Chanko-nabe prepared by former sumo athletes, and enjoy an intimate view of the Dohyo from your seat. Each guest leaves with a souvenir photo alongside the wrestlers, making this a unique celebration of Japanese culture that you won’t forget.
66. Sapporo Private Tour with a Local – Highlights & Hidden Gems
4.8· 98 reviewsThis isn’t a cookie-cutter sightseeing tour—it’s your own personalized journey through Sapporo. Whether you want to discover cultural treasures, taste regional specialties, or explore quiet corners of the city, your host will design a route that brings it all to life. Within 24 hours of booking, you’ll receive a short questionnaire to share your preferences. Based on your answers, we’ll match you with a like-minded local who will contact you directly to co-create your itinerary. Expect engaging conversation, flexible pacing, and a day that feels more like exploring with a friend than following a script.
77. Popular in SapporoExperience authentic hand-made soba at a real soba shop!
4.8· 82 reviews· 1 hoursExperience the traditional 100% manufacturing process. Easy to explain in English and supported by visual demonstrations, it is ideal for guests who prefer hands-on learning to Guided lectures. This is not a cooking class for tourists, but a true opportunity to experience Japanese craftsmanship that combines practical traditions with Pro skills. This will be a real handmade soba restaurant with a history of over 10 years in Sapporo.You can experience authentic soba making at a hand-made soba restaurant run by an active soba chef. You will experience every step of the process yourself, from mixing buckwheat flour and water, to kneading, stretching and cutting it into small pieces with a kitchen knife. They use real utensils that they usually use in the shops and carefully selected buckwheat flour. Novices and children can participate with confidence, as the craftsmen will guide you carefully. After the experience, you can enjoy your own soba noodles. The "taste of soba made by yourself" is exceptional!Recommendations for travel memories and special moments with family and friends. Hokkaido is Japan's number one soba producer.Hokkaido is rich in nature and clean water, and these environments are ideal for growing soba noodles.It is especially well suited to growing high quality buckwheat noodles in cold weather. Hokkaido's soba is Rating for its excellent flavor and texture.Soba grown in Hokkaido is grown using mineral-rich water produced by the rich soil and cold climate.This results in noodles with rich flavor and a firm crunch. Experience traditional Japanese food from the Edo period, especially Top-rated soba noodles, in a fun and casual way! ・Authentic Japanese experience ・Full-fledged soba restaurant ・Traditional craftsmanship Practical cooking classes ・Popular locals · Small group/private experience Cultural food experience 3 minutes walk from Miyazawa station on the Tozai line on the Sapporo subway 4 parking spaces in front of the store Flow of soba making experience ① Mix buckwheat flour ② Stretching soba noodles ③ Cut the soba noodles ④ Sample your own buckwheat noodles The actual soba making experience time will be around 30 minutes.Then it was a tasting, and it took all the time. It takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes to finish everything. You don't need anything to bring or prepare.Please feel free to come. If you are a group guest or travel agency, please contact us directly.
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