At Jozankei Onsen, we could see colorful carp streamers hanging above the river from the car. They looked very cute fluttering in the wind and added a lively atmosphere to the otherwise quiet hot spring town.
Looking out along the gorge, the carp streamers swayed in the wind between the mountain scenery and the hot spring town, creating a scene that felt very characteristic of spring in Japan.
Sapporo Streetcar (Sapporo Shiden)
Originating as a horse-drawn railway for transporting stone, the Sapporo streetcar has served as a key mode of transportation in central Sapporo for over a century, long cherished as part of everyday life. Since the completion of the loop line in 2015, it has made getting around the city center even more convenient. One of its distinctive features is the “side reservation” design on the downtown section, where the tracks run right alongside the sidewalk.
The Sapporo Streetcar is very convenient. It travels through the streets of central Sapporo, making it easy to get to different attractions.
You can also enjoy views of Sapporo along the way. Sitting on the streetcar and watching the city slowly pass by feels a little more leisurely than taking the subway.
Mt. Moiwa Ropeway (Observation deck)
Mt. Moiwa is located at the almost center of Sapporo. A Swiss-made mini cable car designed to observe the forest runs to the altitude of 531m, this mountain is easily reached to the peak so loved by Sapporo citizens, there are five mountain trails to go up to the peak.
Looking down from the observation deck, the lights of central Sapporo stretch far into the distance, with streets and buildings sparkling in the background. The night view is very beautiful, so it's no wonder Mt. Moiwa is considered one of the “Three Great Night Views of Hokkaido.”
I specifically planned to come at night to see the view. With the cool mountain breeze and the countless lights spread out before me, the atmosphere was very romantic.
Sapporo TV Tower
Built in 1956 on Nishi 1-chome, the starting point of Odori Park, the Sapporo TV Tower is well known to locals and tourists alike as a landmark of Sapporo that has witnessed the city's development since its completion.
Sapporo TV Tower is next to Odori Park and is one of Sapporo's most iconic landmarks. You can see its tall red structure from far away, and when you get close, it really feels like, “I've arrived in Sapporo!”
This time, I stopped by Sapporo TV Tower and admired it while taking a walk through Odori Park. The surrounding scenery was very pleasant. The tower looks different from every angle, and it's also a great place to take photos as keepsakes.
