Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill is located in the suburbs of Sapporo, adjacent to the Sapporo Dome. On the observation hill, there is a statue of Dr. William S. Clark, the founder of Hokkaido University and an American agricultural scientist. In front of you, there is a pasture and experimental fields, often with free-range sheep appearing in the pasture. Combined with the distant view of the Sapporo Dome, the scenery blends the urban landscape with the pastoral charm of Hokkaido, offering a rich variety of photographic subjects.
Hokkaido University has been rated as the most beautiful campus in Japan. The old buildings and ancient trees reflect the historical features of this century-old prestigious school. The Ginkgo Avenue is very beautiful in autumn. There are many buildings over a hundred years old on campus that are suitable for photography, as well as the idyllic scenery of the farm.
Takino Suzuran Hillside Park
Takino Suzuran Hillside Park boasts the largest tulip garden in Sapporo, making it a famous spot for photographing tulips. In May each year, various tulips bloom, and there are also large areas of Sapporo's city flower, the lily of the valley, planted. Flower enthusiasts should not miss this.
Densha Jigyousho Mae
The trams of Sapporo are one of the most classic elements of the city's streets. When the old green trams and the cute cartoon trams wrapped in advertisements slowly pass through the streets, it feels like time slows down. The ideal spot for photographing Sapporo street trams is near Odori Nishi 4-chome, especially at sunset, where you can capture the fresh and natural Japanese light, making the scene very captivating.
JR Tower
The high-rise JR Tower at JR Sapporo Station is the best spot to overlook the entire cityscape of Sapporo. From the top, you can clearly see the grid-like streets of Sapporo. As you wait for the sunset, you can capture the very beautiful evening glow coming from the direction of the Sea of Japan.
The Former Hokkaido Government Office Building, a landmark of Sapporo and a symbol of Hokkaido. Although it has been photographed from various angles, the winter scene with the white snow and red brick building still offers new perspectives. Especially in winter, there are some wild ducks in the yard, which can be included in the foreground of your photos. However, please do not harm or feed them, as they are wild animals.
