Sapporo is not only famous for its stunning scenery and rich culture but also a paradise for shopping enthusiasts. The city offers a variety of shopping venues, with the most notable being the Sapporo Station Building and Surroundings and the Odori, Tanukikoji, and Susukino Area.

In recent years, the development around New Sapporo Station has expanded the city's shopping scene, providing visitors with a vibrant shopping experience. Let's dive into the must-visit spots and must-buy shops in these three areas!

Sapporo Station is the most bustling area in Sapporo city. The station building is part of the JR Tower complex, housing numerous large department stores that are perfect for shopping. However, due to the redevelopment plan of Sapporo Station, the popular mall "Paseo" officially closed on September 30, 2022.

But don't worry, Sapporo Station still has plenty of places for you to shop to your heart's content and enjoy delicious food. Let's explore what Sapporo Station has to offer!

Daimaru Department Store is part of the JR Tower complex and is connected to Sapporo Station, just a three-minute walk from the station. Daimaru is a well-known Japanese department store chain, popular among affluent and homemaker customers.

The first floor of the Sapporo store features cosmetics counters with Japanese brands like Shu Uemura, KANEBO, FANCL, and Shiseido, as well as international brands like CHANEL. Floors 2 to 6 offer men's and women's clothing and accessories. The 7th floor houses kitchenware, bedding, and other home goods, while the 8th floor is a restaurant and food court.

A special highlight is the official Pokémon store, "Pokémon Center Sapporo," located on the 8th floor. Additionally, the B1 food market offers a variety of fresh Hokkaido delicacies, including must-buy souvenirs like LeTAO cheesecakes and Kitakaro sweets. For tax-free shopping, visit the duty-free counter on the 8th floor.

Located at the south exit of Sapporo Station, STELLAR PLACE is part of the JR Tower complex and is divided into EAST and CENTER sections. It features numerous Japanese clothing stores such as JEANASIS, INGNI, and URBAN RESEARCH DOORS. The popular official Disney store is also located on the 5th floor of STELLAR PLACE CENTER.

The 6th floor of the CENTER section is a food court with a variety of Japanese must-try eateries, including tonkatsu at Tonkatsu Wako, conveyor belt sushi at Nemuro Hanamaru, and omurice at Pomme-no-ki.

Thanks to its direct connection to the station, you can reach it almost immediately upon arrival. The top floor houses the JR Tower Observatory. With hundreds of brand stores and restaurants, it’s a favorite spot for both locals and tourists to spend an entire day shopping and dining.

APIA, also part of the JR Tower complex, is located at the north exit of Sapporo Station and occupies only the B1 floor. It is divided into CENTER and WEST sections. The CENTER section features many well-known Japanese brands such as the women's fashion store LOWRYS FARM, "niko and...," the 300-yen shop 3 COINS, and the affordable goods store Natural Kitchen &. The official Sanrio store, known for its famous Japanese mascots, is also located here.

APIA WEST offers a variety of dining options, including Japanese-style Italian pasta at Yomenya Goemon, the popular omurice chain Tamago to Watashi, and miso ramen at Yoshino. It's a great spot for those in a hurry to grab a delicious meal.

Sapporo Tokyu Department Store is a popular chain loved by locals, conveniently located near Sapporo Station. It connects directly to the Sapporo Municipal Subway from the B1 floor, and it's just a 3-minute walk from JR Sapporo Station. The store spans from B1 to the 10th floor, including the rooftop.

The B1 floor is a fresh food market featuring famous brands like ISHIYA (known for Shiroi Koibito), ROYCE', and Rokkatei. Floors 1 to 4 host cosmetics counters and women's fashion. Floors 5 and 6 house BicCamera, while the 7th floor features Uniqlo and GU.

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The 8th floor of Sapporo Tokyu Department Store is home to Tokyu Hands Sapporo. The 9th floor features AMUSE PARK and Village Vanguard, while the 10th floor is a food court with various dining options. You can enjoy tonkatsu at Tonkatsu Tamafuji, and sushi and robatayaki at Sushi & Robata Yaki Uoisshin.

Additionally, there is a tax refund counter on the 10th floor. Foreign visitors can get a tax refund on purchases totaling over 5,000 yen (excluding tax) throughout the store, with some exceptions for certain items and consumables, which have different limits.

Sapporo Factory is a multi-purpose shopping and office complex located about a 15-minute walk from Sapporo Station. It comprises six areas with a variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. You can find brand stores like ABC-MART, adidas, and THE NORTH FACE, as well as the popular 100-yen shop Seria, the large Toko supermarket, and local Hokkaido craft and artisan shops. It's easy to spend several hours exploring here.

For dining, the Frontier building, Atrium courtyard area, and Renga building offer numerous restaurants, including options for tonkatsu, Hokkaido ramen, and soup curry, along with several cafes for a relaxing break. Additionally, Sapporo Factory often hosts limited-time exhibitions or events featuring popular Japanese anime or mascot characters. During the winter holiday season, the courtyard is adorned with beautiful Christmas lights, creating a romantic and picturesque atmosphere.

First opened in the summer of 2024, this location offers a variety of shops and a movie theater.

This is a large shopping street located between Odori and Susukino, just a one-minute walk from Tanukikoji Station. The street spans from 1-chome to 7-chome. At the end of 1-chome is Nijo Market, which is worth a visit in the morning. In 2-chome, you'll find the budget-friendly "Gyomu Super" store.

Chome 3 to 4 is the busiest section of Tanukikoji Shopping Street, popular among tourists. Here, you'll find well-known drugstores like Matsumoto Kiyoshi, SUN DRUG, and Sapporo Drug Store. There are also famous soup curry restaurants like GARAKU, a large DAISO store, Don Quijote, and the Hokkaido souvenir shop Tanukiya. These spots are very popular with tourists and offer great shopping and dining experiences.

Tanukikoji Shopping Street has developed as a shopping and entertainment area for Sapporo residents, but it has become more popular with foreign tourists in recent years with the number of duty-free shops also increasing.

One shop you should not miss inside Tanukikoji Shopping Street is the SATUDORA Tanukikoji 5-Chome store. SATUDORA is a drugstore chain in Hokkaido with about 200 stores. Its popularity comes from its wide lineup of products including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, daily necessities, and private brand products. Aside from their usual lineup, this location also focuses on inbound tourism offering products from Hokkaido souvenirs to electrical facial care products and hair dryers.

Products from the Wellness Navi series, a private supplement brand exclusive to SATUDORA stores, are a must-have. Their supplements tackle various health concerns related to bowel movement, eyes, belly fat, and more at reasonable costs.

The store's spacious single-floor layout makes it easy to move around with a shopping cart. It is brightly lit providing both better product visibility and a comfortable shopping environment. Payment methods at all stores include various credit cards, or through smartphone apps such as WeChat Pay, Alipay +, KakaoPay, Naverpay, JKOPAY, and more.

This location also has strong foreign language support with the floor guide and product displays available in multiple languages including English, simplified and traditional Chinese, Korean, and more. Many store staff also speak English and Chinese, making this a convenient and tourist-friendly store.

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Marui Imai Department Store is located right next to Odori Park, just a one-minute walk from Odori Station. With a history of 150 years, Marui Imai Sapporo Main Store has been a trusted and beloved local department store, accompanying Sapporo's growth and prosperity.

The store is divided into the Odori Building and the Ichijo Building. The B1 and B2 floors of the Odori Building are dedicated to fresh food markets, where you can find famous souvenirs like ISHIYA (makers of Shiroi Koibito), ROYCE', and Rokkatei. Other floors offer cosmetics, women's clothing, and baby products. The 10th floor features a restaurant and food court.

The Ichijo Building focuses on men's clothing, luxury brands, and sports goods.

Also located near Odori Park, PARCO Department Store is just a one-minute walk from Odori Station. Like other PARCO stores in Japan, it mainly features young fashion brands such as EMODA, MURUA, kate spade, Samantha Thavasa, and Issey Miyake's BAOBAO. Additionally, it houses lifestyle stores like Francfranc and MUJI, as well as the official Studio Ghibli shop, Donguri Republic, which is very popular among young, budget-conscious shoppers.

The 8th floor has a restaurant and food court, where you can enjoy local favorites like Sushiro. It's a great spot for shopping and dining, especially for those looking to explore trendy fashion and unique goods.

Sapporo Mitsukoshi is also just a one-minute walk from Odori Station. It primarily offers luxury fashion, bedding, home goods, jewelry, and watches, giving off an opulent and high-end vibe. A highlight for tourists is the B1 and B2 food market. Here, you can find famous souvenirs like Rokkatei, the renowned "Sanporoku" baumkuchen from Obihiro, and the highly regarded Bunmeido pudding, often called a dessert treasure.

The B1 floor also features numerous shops selling local Hokkaido delicacies, including melons, apples, muscat grapes, wagyu beef, rice balls, and grilled eel. It's an ideal spot to pick up some snacks to enjoy back at your hotel.

The Sapporo Underground Shopping Mall intersects at Odori Station and is divided into the north-south POLE TOWN and the east-west AURORA TOWN. POLE TOWN extends from Odori Station at its northern end, passes through Tanukikoji, and reaches Susukino Station at its southern end. The mall features a diverse range of stores, including Japanese women's fashion brands like SM2 ehkä söpö, and lifestyle goods shops like 3COINS and NATURAL KITCHEN.

For dining, POLE TOWN offers options such as tonkatsu at Wako, beef bowls at SUKIYA, and local Hokkaido coffee brands like Kohikan and Miyakoshiya Coffee.

AURORA TOWN runs east-west with Odori Station at its western end. At the eastern end, you can return to the surface near Sapporo TV Tower. Along the way, there are numerous clothing, accessory, and dining options, such as the 300-yen shop 3COINS OOOPS!, the sock specialty store tutuanna, and convenience stores like LAWSON. You'll also find popular spots like the fast-food chain LOTTERIA and the drugstore kokumin, which are favored by foreign tourists.

Le Trois is located right next to Sapporo TV Tower in Odori Park, just a one-minute walk from the station. This is a multi-purpose commercial building with restaurants on B2, 7th, and 8th floors, offering a variety of cuisines including noodles, Chinese food, and cafes. The first floor is notable for its light meals and takeaway food shops. As soon as you walk in, you'll be greeted by the delightful aroma of fresh bread from the bakery DONGURI, which is highly recommended as a snack.

The 2nd and 3rd floors are dedicated to women's fashion and miscellaneous goods, making it a great place to shop. It's a perfect spot to visit after exploring Odori Park or Sapporo TV Tower.

IKEUCHI GATE is located near Sapporo PARCO and Sapporo Mitsukoshi, just a one-minute walk from Exit 18 of Odori Station. The building was closed for renovation in June 2020 due to its age and reopened in mid-October 2022 with a fresh look. The renovated white exterior is modern and eye-catching, sure to draw your attention as you pass by.

Inside, you'll find a variety of outdoor and lifestyle stores featuring products from both Hokkaido and Western brands. The revamped IKEUCHI GATE offers a contemporary shopping experience with a focus on high-quality goods.

The large multi-purpose facility COCONO SUSUKINO, located across from the Susukino Crossroads, has been built on the former site of SUSUKINO LAFILER. This new building, with 18 floors above ground and 2 underground, officially opened on November 30, 2023.

Once fully opened, it will house a total of 85 stores. Among these, 14 are commercial facilities opening for the first time, 15 are making their Hokkaido debut, 2 are opening in Sapporo for the first time, 22 are entirely new business formats, and 7 are stores that previously operated in SUSUKINO LAFILER and are reopening in the new building.

Shin-Sapporo Station is the only station besides Sapporo Station where JR and the subway connect, making it the fourth busiest station in Hokkaido. It’s also a common stop for tourists traveling from Sapporo city to New Chitose Airport. In recent years, the Shin-Sapporo area has become a focal point for urban development in Hokkaido. The area around the station features hotels and restaurants, and the station itself is connected to the large multi-purpose commercial complex, Shin-Sapporo ARC CITY. This complex includes four shopping malls, offering ample opportunities for shopping and dining.

SUNPIAZZA is the largest shopping center within Shin-Sapporo ARC CITY, spanning from B3 to the 5th floor. The B3 and B2 floors are dedicated to a food court with a variety of dining options. The B1 floor features shops selling souvenirs, including renowned Japanese brands like ROYCE', Kita no Shizenka Ryugetsu, Ginza Mochi Ginza Hana no Ren, and Bunmeido.

Floors 1 and 2 offer women's fashion, as well as stores like KFC and Miyakoshiya Coffee. On the 3rd floor, you'll find MUJI and Kinokuniya Bookstore. Notably, SUNPIAZZA also houses the Sunpiazza Aquarium, which is home to a variety of aquatic animals, including seals and penguins, making it a popular attraction for both children and adults.

QUALITE PRIX spans from B2 to the 3rd floor. The B2 food court features Japanese favorites like Asahikawa Ramen Baikohken, Marugame Seimen, and Tsukiji Gindaco for takoyaki. On B1, you'll find stores such as the Japanese specialty shop Kuze Fuku & Co. and the drugstore cocokara fine.

Floors 1 and 2 are home to various brand clothing stores. The 3rd floor includes a game arcade, the 100-yen shop DAISO, and the quirky bookstore and novelty goods shop VILLAGE VANGUARD.

Shin-Sapporo's "dUo" complex spans from B1 to the 5th floor and is divided into two buildings: dUo-1 and dUo-2. The complex mainly features stores catering to local residents, such as baby goods shops and clinics. However, there are also several stores popular with tourists.

In dUo-2, you'll find the 100-yen shop Seria on B1 and the baby goods specialty store Akachan Honpo on the 3rd floor. In dUo-1, BicCamera, an electronics retailer, is located on the 3rd floor. The 5th floor of dUo-1 houses popular Japanese family restaurant chains like Saizeriya and Bikkuri Donkey.

AEON is a well-known Japanese supermarket chain, and its Shin-Sapporo branch spans from B1 to the 2nd floor. This store offers a wide range of products, including fresh produce, prepared foods, seasonings, snacks, and instant noodles, which are popular with tourists. Additionally, it sells medicines, cosmetics, clothing, and alcoholic beverages. On the B1 floor, there is a Rokkatei counter, making it an ideal spot for tourists to find souvenirs.

BiVi SHIN-SAPPORO is located in front of Shin-Sapporo Station and is the closest new commercial facility to the station within the Shin-Sapporo area development plan. This four-story building houses 50 shops. The 1st and 2nd floors primarily feature dining establishments, with the 2nd floor being designed as a small indoor food court focused on showcasing Hokkaido cuisine. It is expected to have 15 restaurants, making it a highly anticipated spot for food lovers.