Sapporo Stroll
Explore the city with a One‑Day Subway Pass
The Sapporo Municipal Subway consists of three lines—Namboku, Tozai, and Toho—that run across the city and provide smooth access to major sightseeing destinations. By combining the subway for wide‑area travel with the streetcar for exploring local neighborhoods, visitors can enjoy a uniquely Sapporo style of sightseeing that blends convenience with charming, walkable streets.
Features of the Sapporo Municipal Subway
- Sapporo’s subway is Japan’s first system to adopt rubber‑tire trains.
- Three lines—Namboku, Tozai, and Toho—connect the city widely and efficiently.
- Subway stations are linked by underground walkways, providing comfortable travel even in rain or snow.
- With a One‑Day Subway Pass, you can ride as many times as you like.
- Easy access to major attractions such as Hokkaido University, Odori Park, Maruyama, and the Sapporo Dome.
- Each subway line features distinct station designs, making the journey visually enjoyable.
- Convenient transfers to streetcars and JR lines, forming the core of Sapporo’s transportation network.
Recommended Tickets
Contactless Credit Card Fare Payment
You can ride the subway simply by tapping a credit card or other payment card equipped with contactless functionality on the dedicated reader installed at the ticket gate. Just tap and pass through the gate—no ticket purchase required.
● Applicable Lines and Stations : All Sapporo Municipal Subway lines (Namboku, Tozai, Toho), total 49 stations
● Accepted Payment Brands : Visa, Mastercard, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, Discover, UnionPay
※ Cash and other types of tickets cannot be used together with this service.
※ This service is valid only on the Sapporo Municipal Subway and cannot be used on other transportation systems.
● Eligible Cards
・Credit cards with contactless payment functionality from the supported brands
・Smartphones or wearable devices that have a supported brand’s credit card registered and enabled for contactless payment
- Some debit cards and prepaid cards can also be used; however, you must have a balance that exceeds the fare amount.
If there is insufficient balance, the card may become unusable for contactless payment on the Sapporo Municipal Subway, so please take caution. - For confirmation on whether your card supports contactless payment, please contact the card issuer listed on the back of your card.
Maximum Fare Service (Unlimited Rides)
● Applicable Time : 1 day (from 3:00 a.m. to 2:59 a.m. the following day)
● Maximum Fare : Weekdays — Adult ¥830
Weekends, Holidays, and New Year period (days when the Donichika Pass is valid) — Adult ¥520
※ Once the maximum fare is reached, no additional charges will be applied for the rest of the day, and you can ride unlimitedly. No prior procedures are required.
【Important Notes】
- This service is valid only for the Sapporo Municipal Subway and cannot be used on other transportation systems.
- Even if the card number is the same, different media—such as plastic cards, smartphones, smartwatches, or ring‑type devices—will not be combined into a single daily fare total. Please be aware of this when using multiple devices.
- Only adult fares apply. Child fares, welfare discounts, and transfer discounts are not available with this service.
How to Ride Using Contactless Payment
Ticket Gates Supporting Contactless Payment
Gates that support contactless payment are marked with a sticker on the reader, and a guidance sheet is placed on the floor in front of the gate. The blue floor sheet serves as an easy‑to‑spot indicator.
How to Use Contactless Payment
【Entering the Station】The contactless reader is located at the frontmost part of the ticket gate. Please tap your credit card or other compatible payment device directly on the reader.
When tapping, keep your card or device on the reader until the LED lights above and below the reader change from blue to green.
Once the LED turns green and the reading is complete, a confirmation message will also appear on the gate’s display screen.
【Exiting the Station】 As with entering, please tap the same credit card or payment device you used at entry on the contactless reader.
Be sure to use the exact same card or device that you tapped when entering the station.
When tapping, keep your card or device on the reader until the LED lights above and below change from blue to green.
Once the LED turns green and the reading is complete, the fare amount will be displayed on the gate’s screen.
One‑Day Subway Pass (Cash Only)
For weekday travel, the Subway One‑Day Pass (¥830) is the best value.
For weekends and holidays, the Donichika Pass (¥520) offers an even better deal.
Both passes can be purchased at subway station ticket machines on the day of use.
Payment: Cash only
You cannot purchase this ticket using the balance on IC cards such as SAPICA, SAPICA points, or credit cards.
Where to Purchase
● Subway station ticket machines
●Subway station offices
●Season ticket sales counters and other designated locations
Regular Fare
| 1 sections | maru2 sections・2 sections | 3 sections | 4 sections | 5 sections | 6 sections | |
| Adult | 210 yen | 250 yen | 290 yen | 330 yen | 360 yen | 380 yen |
| Child | 110 yen | 130 yen | 150 yen | 170 yen | 180 yen | 190 yen |
| Adult | Child | |
| 1 sections | 210 yen | 110 yen |
| maru2 sections・2 sections | 250 yen | 130 yen |
| 3 sections | 290 yen | 150 yen |
| 4 sections | 330 yen | 170 yen |
| 5 sections | 360 yen | 180 yen |
| 6 sections | 380 yen | 190 yen |
※ Fare as of the end of June 2026.
Transfer Between the Namboku Line and the Toho Line at Sapporo Station
When transferring between the Namboku Line and the Toho Line at Sapporo Station, you must exit through the ticket gate once.
After exiting, please re‑enter within 30 minutes.
If more than 30 minutes pass, the transfer will be treated as a new ride, and an additional fare will be charged.
In 1972, with the opening of the Sapporo Subway’s Namboku Line for the Sapporo Winter Olympics, the city gained a new backbone of urban transportation. And just beyond the subway stations, the suburbs unfold into sightseeing spots, event venues, and major sports stadiums.
- Namboku Line (Green) From Asabu Station to Odori to Makomanai Station (For the Ishikari area / Access to Jozankei Onsen)
- Tozai Line (Orange) From Miyanosawa Station to Odori to Shin‑Sapporo Station (For the Otaru direction / Access to New Chitose Airport)
- Toho Line (Blue) （From Sakaemachi Station to Odori to Fukuzumi Station (For Okadama Airport / Access to Sapporo Dome and Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill)
❶ Classic One‑Day Sightseeing Course with a One‑Day Pass
Using the subway as your main transportation lets you explore efficiently and enjoy the essence of Sapporo all in a single day.
Sapporo Station → Hokkaido University → Odori Park → Hokkaido Shrine → Sapporo City Archive Museum → JR Tower
❷ City Walking Course Covering Sapporo’s Classic Highlights
Starting from Sapporo Station, this route takes you through a well‑balanced mix of nature, history, local cuisine, and popular attractions.
Sapporo Station → Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill → Hokkaido Shrine → Maruyama Park → Sapporo Jogai Market → Shiroi Koibito Park → Odori Park
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. I lost an item on the subway. What should I do?
A.
If it is the same day, please contact the following offices:
Namboku Line — Namboku Line Crew Office: 011-581-0566
Tozai Line — Tozai Line Crew Office: 011-891-5966
Toho Line — Toho Line Crew Office: 011-513-5216
If it is after the day of loss, please contact the Lost & Found Center located on the B1 floor of the Toho Line concourse.
Phone: 011-241-2938
A personal ID is required when picking up your item.
Hours: Open year-round, 9:00–20:00
(December 30–January 2: 9:00–19:00)
Q. Can I bring skis or a snowboard onto the subway?
A.
Yes. As long as they are stored in 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 on the subway?
A.
Please set your phone to silent mode and refrain from making voice calls.
In addition, near the priority seats and directly in front of them, please turn off signal transmission (set your device to a mode that does not emit radio waves).
Q. Which subway stations are designated transfer points to the streetcar (Shiden)?
A.
There are seven designated transfer stations on the Namboku and Tozai subway lines.
Subway Odori Station → Streetcar Tanukikoji and Nishi‑4‑chome
Subway Nishi‑11‑chome Station → Streetcar Chuo‑Ward Office Mae
Subway Nishi‑18‑chome Station → Streetcar Nishi‑15‑chome
Subway Horohira‑bashi Station → Streetcar Seishu‑Gakuen Mae
Subway Nakajima‑Koen Station → Streetcar Yamahana‑9‑jo
Subway Susukino Station / Hosui‑Susukino Station → Streetcar Susukino and Tanukikoji
Q. What are the first and last train times?
A.
Below are the first and last departures for each subway line and direction.
(All times are the same on weekdays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.)
Namboku Line — Toward Makomanai
Asabu Station: First 6:00 / Last 0:00
Odori Station: First 6:11 / Last 0:11
Namboku Line — Toward Asabu
Makomanai Station: First 6:00 / Last 0:00
Odori Station: First 6:16 / Last 0:16
Tozai Line — Toward Shin‑Sapporo
Miyanosawa Station: First 6:00 / Last 0:00
Odori Station: First 6:15 / Last 0:15
Tozai Line — Toward Miyanosawa
Shin‑Sapporo Station: First 6:00 / Last 0:00
Odori Station: First 6:09 / Last 0:19
Toho Line — Toward Fukuzumi
Sakaemachi Station: First 6:00 / Last 0:00
Odori Station: First 6:13 / Last 0:13
Toho Line — Toward Sakaemachi
Fukuzumi Station: First 6:00 / Last 0:00
Odori Station: First 6:12 / Last 0:12
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