On the Chitose Line, 1 to 3 trains per hour will be canceled.

The Rapid Airport service connecting Sapporo and New Chitose Airport will also see cancellations of about 1 to 2 trains per hour.

Furthermore, on the Hakodate Line, 1 to 2 trains per hour will be canceled.

Additionally, to conduct nighttime snow removal work, the last trains on the Gakuen Toshi Line and Chitose Line will be moved to an earlier time.

The last train from Sapporo on the Gakuen Toshi Line will be the 11:08 PM service bound for Atsubetsu. So far, a total of 124 trains have been canceled for the 3rd.

Depending on future snow conditions, further cancellations may occur.

Chitose Line

The Chitose Line is a railway line in Hokkaido, Japan, operated by JR Hokkaido, connecting the major city of Sapporo with the New Chitose Airport and the city of Chitose. It opened in 1926 primarily to serve the local pulp industry and was significantly expanded and realigned in the early 1990s to provide a direct, high-speed link to the new international airport. Today, it is a vital transportation corridor for both air travelers and commuters in the Sapporo metropolitan area.

Sapporo

Sapporo is the capital city of Hokkaido, Japan, founded officially in 1868 during the Meiji period as part of a planned development of Japan’s northern frontier. It is now internationally famous for hosting the 1972 Winter Olympics and its annual Sapporo Snow Festival, which began in 1950. The city’s modern grid layout and its iconic landmarks, such as the Sapporo Clock Tower and Sapporo Beer Museum, reflect its unique history as a center for pioneering, brewing, and winter sports.

New Chitose Airport

New Chitose Airport is the primary international gateway to Hokkaido, Japan, opening in 1988 to replace the older Chitose Airport. Located near Sapporo, it serves as a major hub for tourism and business, featuring extensive shopping, dining, and even an onsen (hot spring) and ice rink, making it a destination in itself.

Hakodate Line

The Hakodate Line is a major railway line in Hokkaido, Japan, operated by JR Hokkaido, connecting the cities of Hakodate and Sapporo. It was originally constructed in stages between 1880 and 1904, playing a crucial role in the development of Hokkaido by linking its southern port capital with its administrative center. Today, it is a vital transport corridor, with a portion of its route incorporated into the higher-speed Hokkaido Shinkansen line.

Gakuen Toshi Line

The Gakuen Toshi Line is a private railway line in the western suburbs of Tokyo, Japan, operated by Tama Toshi Monorail Co., Ltd. It was opened in 1998 to connect Tama-Center Station with the major residential and academic hub of Tama New Town, providing essential transit for students and residents. As a straddle-beam monorail, it is notable for its modern design and role in serving a major planned “Academic City” (Gakuen Toshi).

Atsubetsu

Atsubetsu is a ward located in the northern part of Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan. Historically, its development was closely tied to the expansion of the Japanese National Railways, with the area growing significantly after the opening of the Atsubetsu Station in the early 20th century. Today, it is primarily a residential suburb known for its parks and the historical Atsubetsu Railway Village museum.