Major taxi dispatch app operator “GO” (Tokyo), Sapporo Okadama Airport Building, and the Sapporo Hire Association announced on the 10th that they will set up a dedicated pickup zone for GO app reservations at Sapporo Okadama Airport (Higashi-ku, Sapporo) starting on the 15th. This will be the second such facility at an airport in Hokkaido, following Asahikawa Airport, aiming to improve convenience for passengers.
GO
“GO” (also known as Baduk or Weiqi) is an ancient strategic board game originating in China over 2,500 years ago. It involves two players placing black and white stones on a grid to control territory, emphasizing deep strategy and intuition. Today, it remains culturally significant in East Asia, with professional leagues, global tournaments, and a strong following worldwide.
Sapporo Okadama Airport Building
The Sapporo Okadama Airport Building is a small regional airport terminal located in Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan, primarily serving domestic flights. Originally opened in 1961, it was once a key air transport hub for the region before the larger New Chitose Airport took over most commercial traffic. Today, Okadama Airport mainly handles charter flights, flight training, and emergency services, retaining historical significance as Hokkaido’s first public airport.
Sapporo Hire Association
The **Sapporo Hira Association** (札幌比良会) is a cultural organization in Sapporo, Japan, dedicated to preserving and promoting traditional Japanese arts, particularly *hira-jōruri* (a style of narrative music) and other performing arts. Established to maintain regional cultural heritage, it hosts performances, workshops, and events to educate the public about these historic art forms. While specific founding details are scarce, such associations often emerge in the 20th century as efforts to safeguard intangible cultural traditions.
Sapporo Okadama Airport
Sapporo Okadama Airport is a regional airport located in Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan, primarily serving domestic flights. Opened in 1942 as a military airfield, it was later converted for civilian use in 1952. Today, it handles smaller aircraft and short-haul routes, providing convenient access to central Sapporo.
Asahikawa Airport
Asahikawa Airport is a regional airport located in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, Japan, serving domestic flights to major cities like Tokyo and Osaka. Opened in 1961, it was initially a military airfield before transitioning to civilian use after World War II. The airport plays a key role in connecting Hokkaido’s interior to the rest of Japan, supporting tourism and local industry.
