Higashi
Sapporo
Popular places to visit
Sapporo Beer Museum
Visit this museum dedicated to one of Japan’s most popular beer brands, housed in a preserved factory from the Meiji-period.
Moerenuma Park
One of Isamu Noguchi’s last projects is an expansive public space that is more a immersive work of art than a traditional park.
Sapporo Community Dome
Catch an event at Sapporo Community Dome during your trip to Sapporo. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals.
Retsureppu Shrine
Retsureppu Shrine is just one of the places to see in Sapporo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's museums and monuments.
Sapporo Satoland
Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at Sapporo Satoland as part of your trip to Sapporo. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.
Hidamari
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Hidamari in Sapporo. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Hokkaido Day Tour from Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond Japan
Hokkaido│Noboribetsu & Toya Day Tour with Ropeway Ticket
Hokkaido│Noboribetsu & Lake Toya Tour with Ropeway Ticket
Hokkaido: Lake Toya, Bear Ranch and Sapporo Otaru Full Day Tour
Clearest Lake in Japan National Park package of Shikotsu lake
Hokkaido Farm Tomita Shikisai Hill Waterfall& Blue Pond Day Tour
Top hotels in Higashi
SAPPORO HOTEL by GRANBELL
Clean room. Great staff, family mart downstairs which was great for last minute buys and didn’t want to go out in the cold. Accessible to move around in taxi or even walk.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Gardens Cabin
Comfortable stay for 2 nights at Gardens Cabin in the deluxe capsule. Comfortable bed and well designed capsule. The temperature was rather overly warm for me and there’s no way of adjusting this so just be aware. Breakfast was decent, otherwise the attached 7-11 is very convenient. Overall it was ...
Reviewed on Aug 6, 2025
Keio Plaza Hotel Sapporo
Breakfast was wonderful. We could have eaten every day. The staff are consistently helpful, friendly and professional. Will be recommending this properly.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Sapporo Grand Hotel
Everything including food, convenience, transportation, safety, cleanliness, and courteous service are excellent. One of the best place I have ever stayed in Japan. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
ANA Crowne Plaza Sapporo by IHG
Great room, great staff. There is a bus stop for airport line just in front of the hotel and runs every hour. The underground pathway is also close to the hotel, it is walkable to everywhere in Sapporo
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Hotel Monterey Edelhof Sapporo
Rooms were clean, great size.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Higashi
Kita Ward
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Kita Ward. Top attractions like Hokkaido University Museum and Seikatei are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Kita-nijuyo-jo Station or Kita-sanjuyo-jo Station to see more of the city.
Shiroishi
Shiroishi is well-liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, RaSORa Sapporo and Shiroishi Cycling Road are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Nango-nanachome Station or Nango-jusanchome Station to get around.
Sapporo City Centre
Tanukikoji Shopping Street and Sapporo Clock Tower are top sights in Sapporo City Centre, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Nishi-Yon-Chome Stop or Odori Station to see more sights in the area.
Susukino
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Susukino. If sightseeing is on the list, Susukino Street is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Susukino Station or Hosui-Susukino Station to see more of the area.
Odori
Shopping, hot springs, and coffeehouses highlight some notable features of Odori. Make a stop by Tanukikoji Shopping Street or Odori Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Nishi-Hatchome Stop or Nishi-Yon-Chome Stop to get around town.
Kotoni
Even though there aren't top sights in Kotoni, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Hokkaido Shrine. Jump on the metro at Kotoni Station to see more of the city.
