Sapporo News

Sapporo news today is not only politics and economics, but also the life of one of the largest cities in Japan and the capital of Hokkaido. We publish the latest Sapporo news for you to show what the city is living right now: from transport projects and business activity to cultural events and social initiatives. On our website you will find the latest events in Sapporo, relevant materials on tourism, sports, education and the daily life of residents.

Prosecution and Defense Arguments: Could the Danger Have Been Foreseen? Verdict Scheduled for June 17 in Shiretoko Tour Boat Sinking Accident

The trial concerning the sightseeing boat sinking off the coast of Shiretoko, Hokkaido, concluded, with…

18.04.2026 5 minutes

Double cherry blossoms are in full bloom in Obihiro, with Sapporo and Hakodate expecting blooms this weekend as the cherry blossom front reaches Hokkaido and moves north.

The cherry blossom front has reached Hokkaido, and daily anticipation for blooming in Sapporo and…

18.04.2026 6 minutes

Cherry blossoms in Hakodate and Sapporo are expected to bloom on the 18th, while Wakkanai and Kushiro will see blooms on the 3rd of next month, all earlier than usual.

This is the cherry blossom bloom forecast. Hakodate and Sapporo, which did not bloom on…

18.04.2026 5 minutes

Elderly cyclist hospitalized with head injury after collision with turning car at Wakkanai intersection.

On April 18, 2026, a collision occurred between a passenger car and a bicycle on…

18.04.2026 5 minutes

Mukawa dinosaur’s complete skeleton is on a different scale as Hokkaido University Museum reopens with permanent display.

Professor explaining the full skeletal display of the Mukawa Dragon, newly exhibited at the Hokkaido…

18.04.2026 4 minutes

“Not Forgetting 3/11” – Works by Writers from Inside and Outside Hokkaido on Display at Sapporo Gallery

An exhibition titled “The 15th Year Since 3/11,” featuring works by writers on the theme…

18.04.2026 5 minutes

The rich flavor of Hokkaido salmon concentrated in a healthy salmon sausage.

Sato Suisan (Ishikari City) 1 piece 248 yen Easy to eat even for those who…

18.04.2026 5 minutes

Road and Self-Defense Force helicopters conduct firefighting efforts as wildfire spreads across 35 hectares of grassland; dry weather advisory in effect…wildfire in Nemuro City.

Here is the latest update on the wildfire that occurred in Nemuro City, Hokkaido. The…

17.04.2026 2 minutes

JR Hakodate Line track collapse temporarily halts operations, affecting 1,100 people.

【Iwamizawa, Ebetsu】Around 1:55 p.m. on the 16th, a track maintenance worker on patrol discovered a…

17.04.2026 3 minutes

Health checkups for 5-year-olds not yet in kindergarten to be promoted in Sapporo City.

Sapporo City is revising the notification letters sent to guardians of children not attending kindergarten…

17.04.2026 1 minute