🗺️ Odori Park大通公園

Odori Park is located in the center of Sapporo. Surrounded by approximately 4,700 trees of 92 species, including lilacs and spring elms, the park features grassy areas and fountains for public relaxation, making it a popular recreational spot for both locals and tourists in the business district. The flowerbeds in Odori Park were first planted with Western flowers by the Hokkaido Development Commission in 1875, and today they are maintained by the Sapporo Flowerbed Promotion Association. A landscaping competition is also held, where companies associated with the flowerbeds compete to create beautiful displays. Odori Park is also famous for hosting events such as the "Sapporo Lilac Festival," "YOSAKOI Soran Festival," and the "Sapporo Snow Festival." Among these, the Sapporo Snow Festival is a large-scale event that attracts about 2 million visitors from both domestic and international locations each year, gaining immense popularity. The Snow Festival features impressive giant snow sculptures and ice skating rinks, as well as delicious Hokkaido cuisine and stunning architectural projections.

There are 92 species of approximately 4,700 trees, lawns, and fountains, serving as a recreational area for the business district. Beautiful flower beds created by companies affiliated with the Sapporo Flower Bed Promotion Association compete to showcase their designs. This is also the venue for the "Sapporo Snow Festival," which attracts around 2 million visitors each year.