Sapporo Stroll
City Walk with the Streetcar One-Day Pass
With the connection of the central section of the Sapporo Streetcar—linking Susukino, Tanukikoji, and Nishi 4-chome—the line now forms an 8.9 km loop with 24 stops, taking about 55 minutes to circle both the lively city center and quiet residential neighborhoods. When combined with the three subway lines, you can easily travel from Odori Park to the many districts that spread out radially across the city.
Eatures of the Sapporo Streetcar (SC)
- Outer and inner loop routes on the SC Sapporo Streetcar (230 yen for adults)
- A full loop of about 8.9 km taking roughly 55 minutes on the SC Sapporo Streetcar
- Elevated windows offering pleasant views on the SC Sapporo Streetcar
- The popular yellow Sasara snow‑sweeping car in winter on the SC Sapporo Streetcar
- Running parallel to Higashi‑Tonden‑dōri and Nishi‑Tonden‑dōri, where Sapporo’s early pioneers settled, the SC Sapporo Streetcar
- Convenient transfers to subway stations with the SC Sapporo Streetcar
- Home to Japan’s northernmost streetcar stop (Nishi 4‑chome) and easternmost stop (Tanukikoji) on the SC Sapporo Streetcar
- Access to Ropeway Iriguchi Station via the SC Sapporo Streetcar
Recommended Tickets
Contactless Credit Card Payment Service
This service allows you to pay your fare by tapping a contactless-enabled credit, debit, or prepaid card—or a smartphone with a registered credit card—on the dedicated reader installed inside the streetcar when you get off. (No tap is required when boarding.)
●Applicable Route : All stops on the Sapporo Streetcar (available on all vehicles)
●Fare : Adults 230 yen / Children 120 yen
※ If paying for multiple passengers, using a welfare discount, or paying a child fare, please inform the driver before tapping.
●Accepted Payment Brands : Visa, Mastercard, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, Discover, UnionPay
※ Cash and other types of tickets cannot be used together.
※ Transfer discounts to other transportation systems do not apply.
Sapporo Streetcar Credit Card Holiday Discount (Weekends, Holidays, Year-End/New Year)
● Applicable Days : Weekends, public holidays, and the year-end/New Year period (December 29–January 3 each year)
● Maximum Fare : Adults 460 yen
【Important Notes】
- The accumulated fare applies only to rides on the Sapporo Streetcar.
- The accumulated fare applies only to rides on the Sapporo Streetcar.
- The discount applies only to adult fares.
- If paying for multiple passengers with one card, only one adult fare is eligible for the capped fare; all other accompanying passengers must pay the regular fare.
- Weekdays outside the applicable holiday period are not eligible.
Mobile Ticket for Smartphones
★ marks indicate digital discount coupons available at popular attractions along the Sapporo Streetcar line.
Digital Discount Coupons
[Along the Streetcar Line]
・Sapporo Mt. Moiwa Ropeway
・Hoheikan
・Sapporo TV Tower Observation Deck
・Matsuo Jingisukan Sapporo Odori Minami 1 Store
・Sapporo Prince Hotel
One-Day Pass Available On Board (Cash Only)
Ticket Sales Locations
● On board the streetcar
● Odori Commuter Pass Sales Office
● Designated subway station counters for transfers with the streetcar (Odori, Susukino, Nakajima‑Koen, Horohira‑bashi, Nishi 18‑chome, Nishi 11‑chome, Hosui‑Susukino)
Regular Fare
Adults (junior high school students and older): 230 yen
Children (elementary school students): 120 yen For infant fares, please refer to the separate guidelines.
Fares as of the end of June 2026.
How to Ride the Streetcar
Boarding : Board through the rear door located toward the center/back of the vehicle.
※ You do not need to take a boarding ticket or tap an IC card when getting on.
Getting Off : After the announcement, press the stop button. Exit through the front door, and pay your fare (cash, one‑day pass, IC card, etc.) as you get off.
Travel Time : A full loop has 24 stops, takes about 55 minutes, and during the daytime streetcars run every 5–10 minutes.
Exploring Sapporo’s Backstreets by Streetcar — Higashi‑Tonden Street & Nishi‑Tonden Street
The streetcar runs through the historic Yamanote‑Tonden district, where early Sapporo pioneers once lived. It also follows Ishiyama Street, which played an essential role in transporting Sapporo soft stone, a key material in the city’s development. These five overlapping streets form a unique area that highlights Sapporo’s early history.
- Shiden Street (Nishi 7‑chome) : Tanukikoji / Susukino / Higashi‑Honganji‑mae / Nakajima‑Koen‑dori / Gyokei‑dori
- Eastern Backstreets (along Nishi 9‑chome) : Higashi‑Tonden Street (around Minami 8‑jo to Minami 23‑jo)
- National Route 230 (Nishi 11‑chome) : Ishiyama‑dori (the main street)
- Western Backstreets (along Nishi 13‑chome) : Nishi‑Tonden Street (around Minami 6‑jo to Minami 21‑jo)
— once lined with the Yamanote Tonden soldier barracks - Shiden Street (Nishi 15‑chome) : Tanukikoji / Nishi 4‑chome / Chuo Ward Office‑mae / Byoin‑dori (Nishi 15‑chome) / Ropeway Iriguchi
Featured Area
SC21: Higashi‑Honganji‑mae Station
The area around the Sapporo Streetcar’s Higashi‑Honganji‑mae Station preserves the original landscape of Sapporo’s early development, where the Yamanote‑Tonden settlers once lived.
Buildings made of Sapporo soft stone and the historic Ishiyama Street are part of five overlapping streets that make this district especially enjoyable to explore.
SC19: Nakajima‑Koen‑dori Station
This station serves as a gateway to Nakajima Park, where rich nature and cultural facilities are all within walking distance.
The calm, pleasant streets along the streetcar line create a relaxing atmosphere for strolling through the area.
SC18: Gyokei‑dori Station
The area around Gyokeidori Station is a calm neighborhood where quiet residential streets coexist with local shops and small cafés.
With the relaxed pace of the streetcar, it’s a place where you can experience the everyday charm of Sapporo.
SC10: Ropeway Iriguchi Station
A key access point to Mt. Moiwa, one of Sapporo’s top night‑view spots.
The surrounding area retains old buildings and scenery made with Sapporo soft stone, offering a calm, mountain‑foothill atmosphere.
SC04: Nishi 15‑chome Station
Located at the western edge of the Odori West area, this district features a calm streetscape with medical and educational facilities.
Convenient access by streetcar makes it a comfortable neighborhood where daily life and culture blend naturally.
SC03: Chuo Ward Office‑mae Station
Located in Sapporo’s central administrative district, the area features a mix of restaurants and small shops. With easy access via the streetcar, it’s a convenient spot situated between business and sightseeing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. I left something behind on the streetcar.
A.
If it is the same day, please contact the Streetcar Office at 011‑551‑3944.
If it is after the day of the incident, please contact the Lost & Found Center located on the B1 concourse of the Subway Toho Line at 011‑241‑2938.
A personal ID is required when retrieving your item.
Q. Can I bring skis or a snowboard onto the streetcar?
A.
Yes. As long as they are stored inside a case and do not cause inconvenience or danger to other passengers, you may bring them on board.
Q. What are the rules for using mobile phones inside the streetcar
A.
Please set your phone to silent/vibration mode, and refrain from making voice calls.
At priority seats and in the area directly in front of them, please ensure your device is set to disable signal transmission.
Q. Which streetcar stops are designated for transfers to the subway?
A.
Out of all 24 streetcar stops, 7 are designated transfer stations:
Tanukikoji Station / Nishi 4‑chome Station → Subway Odori Station
Chuo Ward Office‑mae Station → Subway Nishi 11‑chome Station
Nishi 15‑chome Station → Subway Nishi 18‑chome Station
Seishū‑Gakuen‑mae Station → Subway Horohira‑bashi Station
Yamahana 9‑jō Station → Subway Nakajima‑Koen Station
Susukino Station / Tanukikoji Station → Subway Susukino Station / Hōsui‑Susukino Station
Q. What are the first and last streetcar departure times?
A.
Inner Loop
Chuotoshokan mae Station
First: 6:02 (Weekdays / Weekends & Holidays)
Last: 22:54 (Weekdays / Weekends & Holidays)
Susukino Station
First: 6:25 (Weekdays / Weekends & Holidays)
Last: 23:17 (Weekdays / Weekends & Holidays)
Outer Loop
Chuotoshokan mae Station
First: 5:56 (Weekdays / Weekends & Holidays)
Last: 22:48 (Weekdays / Weekends & Holidays)
Susukino Station
First: 6:32 (Weekdays / Weekends & Holidays)
Last: 23:25 (Weekdays / Weekends & Holidays)
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