Odori Park Tourism

Odori Park, spanning about a kilometer and a half through the center of Sapporo, Japan, serves as the green heart of the city and a venue for major events and festivals throughout the year. This iconic, verdant space is lined with trees, flowerbeds, and fountains, offering a picturesque respite among Sapporo's urban landscape. It stretches from east to west and divides the city into north and south sections. With the Sapporo TV Tower standing at its eastern end, the park provides a scenic spot to admire the cityscape. Odori means 'large street' in Japanese, reflecting the park's origin as a firebreak. Over time, it has become a beloved gathering place and symbolizes the city's transformation from a frontier town to a vibrant metropolis. Visitors can enjoy leisurely walks, seasonal flowers, and the ambiance of peaceful, natural surroundings juxtaposed with the lively festivals that populate the park, such as the Sapporo Snow Festival in winter which showcases stunning ice sculptures.