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Asahiyama Memorial Park: Sapporo's Panoramic Escape
Discover panoramic views of Sapporo at Asahiyama Memorial Park, a hilltop oasis with gardens, trails, and an illuminated fountain.
Asahiyama Memorial Park, established in 1970 to commemorate Sapporo's centennial, offers stunning panoramic views of the city, the Ishikari Plain, and the Sea of Japan. This hilltop park features walking trails, gardens, and an illuminated fountain, providing a tranquil retreat for locals and tourists alike.
Plan your visit
A brief summary to Asahiyama Memorial Park
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Plan your visit
4 Chome-1-3 Sakaigawa, Sapporo, 4 Chome Sakaigawa, Chuo Ward, Hokkaido, 064-0943, JP
Monday
6 am-10 pm
Tuesday
6 am-10 pm
Wednesday
6 am-10 pm
Thursday
6 am-10 pm
Friday
6 am-10 pm
Saturday
6 am-10 pm
Sunday
6 am-10 pm
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Asahiyama Memorial Park, opened in 1970 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Sapporo, provides visitors with sweeping views of the city and beyond. Perched on a hilltop between Mt. Moiwa and Maruyama, the park's observation deck sits 137.5 meters above sea level. From this vantage point, you can see the Ishikari Plain stretching out towards the Sea of Japan.
The park offers more than just views. Explore walking trails that wind through the grounds, discover peaceful gardens, and enjoy the sight of the illuminated fountain. The park also includes a rest house, forest house, suspension bridge, playground, and children's area. The Learning Forest features various trees, and areas commemorate Sapporo's sister-city partnerships with Portland and Munich.
Asahiyama Memorial Park is known as a popular spot for enjoying the night view of Sapporo. The park is open year-round, providing a natural escape within the city limits. Note that Asahiyama Memorial Park is not related to Asahiyama Zoo in Asahikawa.
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Getting There
Public Transport
From Sapporo Station, take the Tozai Subway Line to Maruyama Koen Station. From there, transfer to the JR Hokkaido Bus (Asahiyama Koen Line, No. 13) and ride for approximately 15 minutes to Asahiyama Koen-mae bus stop. The park entrance is a 4-minute walk from the bus stop. Subway fare is approximately ¥200-¥360. The bus fare is approximately ¥210 for adults.
Taxi
Taxis are readily available throughout Sapporo. A taxi from Sapporo Station to Asahiyama Memorial Park takes approximately 8 minutes and costs between ¥2600 and ¥3200. Taxi fares in Sapporo start at ¥670 for the first 1,463 meters, with an additional ¥80 for every 276 meters. Note that a 20% surcharge applies between 10 PM and 5 AM.
Driving
Asahiyama Memorial Park is approximately a 20-minute drive from central Sapporo. Parking is available at the park. Parking is open from 6:00 to 22:00 and is free.
A brief summary to Asahiyama Memorial Park
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