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.

One person unconscious after fire in apartment unit: “The door was about to catch fire” in Hombetsu, Hokkaido.

The fire broke out in a unit of a one-story apartment building in Koyo Town,…

07.06.2026 2 minutes

Sapporo’s long-established Mariya Handicraft Store showcases a century of history with photos and works from its founding.

At the Mariya Handicraft Store, a long-established handicraft shop in Chuo Ward, Sapporo, which celebrated…

07.06.2026 2 minutes

“Dental Clinic Work Experience: ‘Happy Land 2026’ in Sapporo”

A health event “Sapporo Deppy Island 2026” was held in the Sapporo Ekimae-dori Underground Walkway…

07.06.2026 1 minute

New Motomachi Police Box Opens in Sapporo, Aiming for Community Safety

The Sapporo Higashi Police Station resumed operations on the 5th of the Motomachi police box…

07.06.2026 1 minute

Defendant woman apologizes to the bereaved family; sentencing request expected this afternoon; district court finds robbery resulting in death charge valid in Ebetsu city university student group assault death case.

A trial was held for the case of a male university student who died after…

07.06.2026 3 minutes

Nishiyama Seimen to cultivate overseas ramen shops, selling in 36 countries and regions, with a new factory in Germany by next autumn.

A Nishiyama Seimen employee on a business trip to Spain, teaching how to make ramen…

07.06.2026 3 minutes

One in five subway users cite overcrowding as an issue, as first transport survey in the Dōō region in 19 years is conducted.

The Hokkaido Urban Area Urban Transport Survey Council, made up of Hokkaido, Sapporo City, and…

07.06.2026 2 minutes

Sapporo City Council passes supplementary budget, adding 190 million yen for garbage bag manufacturing costs.

On the 5th, the regular Sapporo City Council reconvened its plenary session and approved 14…

07.06.2026 1 minute

Clear weather for Hokkaido University Festival’s 150th anniversary, with food stalls and academic exhibits until the 7th.

Main street bustling with many visitors and food stalls This year marks the 150th anniversary…

07.06.2026 2 minutes

A vibrant display of pink and purple geraniums: Exhibition featuring over 200 plants runs until June 21st in Sapporo.

At Yurigahara Park in Kita Ward, Sapporo, a geranium exhibition is being held to brighten…

07.06.2026 2 minutes