Sea Fountain at Moerenuma Park
Experience the dynamic Sea Fountain at Sapporo's Moerenuma Park, a stunning water sculpture by Isamu Noguchi, offering captivating shows amidst a unique art landscape.
The Sea Fountain in Sapporo's Moerenuma Park is a dynamic water sculpture designed by Isamu Noguchi. This impressive fountain, reaching heights of 25 meters, offers captivating daily shows from late April to mid-October, embodying the park's theme of blending art and nature.
A brief summary to Sea Fountain
- 1-1 Moerenumakoen, Sapporo, Moerenumakoen, Higashi Ward, Hokkaido, 007-0011, JP
- +8111-790-1231
- Visit website
Local tips
- Check the show schedule in advance, as the Sea Fountain performances are seasonal (late April to mid-October) and have varying times.
- Bring a camera to capture the dynamic water displays, especially during the illuminated evening shows.
- Explore the rest of Moerenuma Park, including Mount Moere and the Glass Pyramid, to fully appreciate Isamu Noguchi's artistic vision.
- Consider renting a bicycle to explore the park's extensive grounds, especially if you plan to see multiple attractions.
Getting There
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Public Transport
To reach the Sea Fountain using public transport, take the Toho Subway Line to Kanjodori-higashi Station. From there, transfer to the Chuo Bus Higashi 69 or 東79. Get off at the 'Moerenuma Koen Higashi-guchi' bus stop, which is near the park's east entrance. From the bus stop, it's a short walk to the Sea Fountain. The bus fare is ¥240. The subway fare from Sapporo Station to Kanjodori-higashi Station is approximately ¥290.
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Taxi
A taxi from downtown Sapporo (e.g., near JR Sapporo Station or Odori Park) to Moerenuma Park takes approximately 30-40 minutes and costs around ¥4000. Taxi fares in Sapporo start at ¥670 for the first 1,463 meters, with an additional ¥80 for every 276 meters thereafter. Note that a 20% surcharge applies between 10 PM and 5 AM.
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Walking
Once inside Moerenuma Park's East Entrance, follow the paved paths towards the center of the park. The Sea Fountain is a prominent landmark and is easily accessible by foot from the entrance. The walk is approximately 15-20 minutes.
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