Sapporo

Sapporo

札幌

Sapporo is Hokkaido's capital, famous for snow festival, skiing, and fresh seafood. Very cheap rent but very cold winters (-10°C).

Population

1.97 juta

Average Rent

¥35,000–¥55,000/bulan

Indonesian Community

~1,500 orang

Highlights

  • 1Cheapest rent in major Japanese cities
  • 2Best seafood in Japan
  • 3Sapporo Snow Festival (February)
  • 4Skiing & snowboarding near city
  • 5Clean air & beautiful nature

Recommended Areas

Chuo-ku (中央区)

City center, Susukino, Odori Park

Kita-ku (北区)

Near Hokkaido University, student area

Transportation

Sapporo Municipal Subway (3 lines), JR Hokkaido, Bus — IC card (Kitaca/SAPICA). Subway crucial in winter.

Halal Food

10+ halal restaurants. Tanukikoji & Susukino area. Some halal shops near universities.

Indonesian Community

PPI Sapporo (based at Hokkaido University), Sapporo Mosque. Small but active community.

Cost of Living

Average Rent¥35,000–¥55,000/bulan
Cost of Living¥100,000–¥160,000/bulan

Other Cities

Sapporo — City Guide | Indonesian Guide to Japan