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.

Construction Company Executives Sent to Prosecutors for Assaulting and Restraining an Employee in Sapporo

In Sapporo’s Nishi Ward, a construction company president and another individual were sent to prosecutors…

17.06.2025 1 minute

Bear Family Cautiously Roams Around: Sightings in Sapporo Increase by 21 Compared to Last Year, City Issues Warning

Last week, a camera installed in the Toyohira ward of Sapporo City captured images of…

17.06.2025 1 minute

Sapporo vocational school dismisses teacher involved in kindergarten teacher licensing exam cheating scandal.

A vocational school in Sapporo, operated by a major educational institution, had allowed the copying…

17.06.2025 1 minute

Introducing a Long-beloved Japanese Confectionery from an Established Sapporo Shop (Part 2) – District 10 Special

An announcement about the arrival of new tea caught my eye. What truly enhances the…

17.06.2025 2 minutes

Man in his 70s falls into river 3 meters below while turning to respond during grass cutting in Otaru City, unharmed

According to reports, a man in his 70s was mowing grass around a small hut…

17.06.2025 1 minute

New Name Wanted for School! Moiwa High School and Keihoku Commercial High School to Merge in Sapporo to Provide Higher Quality Education Amid Declining Student Numbers

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A Bucket Filled With Water for Cooling Your Feet!? Investigating Energy-Saving Techniques for the Hot Summer, Including a Reduction in Electricity Rates Starting July in Hokkaido

We spoke with people in the city about a topic that’s currently capturing attention. “The…

17.06.2025 1 minute

Proposal Submitted to Amend the “Accommodation Tax” Ordinance, Discussions Expected on Background and Support for Education Expenses at the Second Regular Provincial Assembly

The second regular session of the prefectural assembly opened, and it is expected that there…

17.06.2025 1 minute

Farmers Concerned as Rice Crop Index is Abolished: “Losing Our Guidepost” – Changes Observed One Week After Stockpiled Rice Distribution in Hokkaido

About a week has passed since the sale of stockpiled rice began in Hokkaido. The…

17.06.2025 1 minute

The Mokele-mbembe Project Presents “The 3 AM Vicky Drama” on June 21 and 22

On both the 21st and 22nd at 2 PM, at the Rainbow Tail Studio (Sapporo,…

17.06.2025 1 minute