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.

“Interesting Interview: Research on Animal Welfare Shows Treating Livestock Well Improves Quality and Generates Profits”

Born in Hiroshima in 1979. Graduated from Hokkaido University’s Faculty of Agriculture and completed a…

20.07.2025 4 minutes

Peatland buried in sediment—rare dragonfly species disappears in Sapporo’s Shinoppiri-Fukui area

A portion of the Shinoro Fukui Wetland remains visible, while most of it is buried…

20.07.2025 2 minutes

Hokkaido Shogi Championship Begins with Four Strong Players Including Yokoyama

The 82nd Hokkaido Shogi Championship and the 79th All Japan Amateur Shogi Meijin Tournament Hokkaido…

20.07.2025 1 minute

“Kids race on balance bikes in Sapporo competition”

The “Happy Cup Hokkaido” balance bike race for children was held on the 20th at…

20.07.2025 1 minute

“Bear sighting reported in Minami Ward, Sapporo”

Brown Bear Sightings in Sapporo Area: Encounter Reported in Minami Ward ● Bear sighting @…

20.07.2025 2 minutes

“Video: Car engulfed in intense flames and smoke on expressway; section between Urahoro IC and Honbetsu IC closed”

A car fire occurred near the Honbetsu Interchange on the Doto Expressway around 9:00 AM…

10.07.2025 2 minutes

“Man, 53, arrested in Sapporo for allegedly breaking into woman’s home and stealing keys; claims he has no memory of incident”

On July 10, 2025, the Toyohira Police Station in Sapporo, Hokkaido, arrested a 53-year-old company…

10.07.2025 1 minute

“High School Baseball in Summer: Teams from Southern Hokkaido Advance Past First Round Together”

[Sapporo Asahigaoka vs. Hakodate University] In the third inning, Hakodate University’s Michiru hits a 2-run…

10.07.2025 2 minutes

2,000-year-old lacquered bow designated as cultural asset in Ishikari City, excavated in 1982, now on display at museum with lecture on the 13th

[Ishikari] A lacquered bow, believed to be approximately 2,000 years old and excavated from a…

10.07.2025 2 minutes

Snow removal through partnerships second lowest in 10 years in Sapporo

The “Partnership Snow Removal Program,” where Sapporo City and neighborhood associations share the cost of…

10.07.2025 1 minute