All Reviews of New Chitose Airport

If you have a chance to visit New Chitose Airport, be sure to set aside plenty of time in advance to explore its wide selection of souvenirs and food.

The airport has many Hokkaido-exclusive treats, such as Sapporo Agricultural College's exclusive cheesecake. It has a smooth, dense texture and a rich milky flavor, and it's also quite affordable, making it a great souvenir.

Of course, you shouldn't miss the popular milk soft-serve ice cream either. With its rich Hokkaido milk flavor and smooth yet refreshing taste, it's one of the must-try desserts at the airport. The freshly fried Jagabee potato chips and fries are also popular, and their piping-hot, crispy texture is especially appealing.

Before security, New Chitose Airport has souvenirs from nearly every part of Hokkaido. The shops after security are quite limited, so I recommend buying all your souvenirs beforehand.

The airport was very considerate. When I visited, they made an announcement that the security lines were getting longer and advised everyone to allow enough time for checking bags and going through security. (The photo shows the airport's animal model exhibit.)

Flying into New Chitose Airport in winter means more than being welcomed by dreamy snowy scenery. The airport’s duty-free shops are also a must-visit!

New Chitose Airport isn’t just the gateway to Hokkaido. It’s a shopping paradise. From Hokkaido-exclusive souvenirs to Royce, LeTAO, Rokkatei, Shiroi Koibito, all kinds of beauty products, drugstore items, and Japan-only goods, it’s easy to buy so much you can barely carry it all.

I recommend setting aside some time to browse the duty-free shops and pick up all the souvenirs you want in one go. It’s the perfect way to wrap up your Hokkaido trip.

It had been many years since my last visit to New Chitose Airport.

After clearing immigration this time, I saw a FamilyMart convenience store right away on the right, so I immediately went over to buy some limited-edition items. The layout was also very convenient. If you go straight, you reach the domestic terminal, where you can catch flights to destinations all over Japan. On B1, you can take the JR train to central Sapporo, and there are also shuttle buses available. The planning and overall setup have really gotten better and better.

Inside the airport, there are various exhibitions and events that showcase Hokkaido's culture, history, and unique features. You can really feel the local charm as soon as you arrive.

This is the biggest airport in Hokkaido, so if you love exploring airports, you're in luck! There's a four-story shopping street in the domestic terminal and duty-free shops in the international terminal, so you'll never get bored waiting for your flight. Even if you're not flying, it's worth a visit just to check it out!

When you arrive, you'll probably head straight to your hotel, but on your way back, you should definitely take time to enjoy New Chitose Airport.

If your flight is in the early afternoon or at an odd time, I recommend checking out of your hotel early and spending time at the airport.

There are tons of souvenir shops and gourmet spots inside, so just choosing where to eat or shop is a lot of fun.

Plus, there's the New Chitose Airport Theater, so you can even watch a movie before your flight. Only here and Midland Cinema at Nagoya Airport have theaters inside the airport!

There are plenty of seats and spacious waiting areas, and the free Wi-Fi makes it easy to get some work done.

If you wake up early, it's way better to head to the airport than wait around at your hotel. You'll be glad you did—it's a fantastic airport!