
[Otaru Aquarium] Changes to Business Hours from September 19 to September 23
September 19–23 is an autumn holiday period in Japan. To help reduce congestion, we will be adjusting our business hours and event times.

September 19–23 is an autumn holiday period in Japan. To help reduce congestion, we will be adjusting our business hours and event times.

Sapporo Autumn Fest
September 11 – October 3 / 10:00-20:30(last order 20:00)
Odori Park (Odori Nishi 4-8, 10, and 11 chome)

Sapporo Odori Beer Garden:Jul.23-Aug.18
Tanuki Festival:Jul.23-Aug.18
Hokkai Bon Odori:Aug.13-16
Susukino Festival:Aug.6-8

A day-trip sightseeing course touring the three lakes of eastern Hokkaido, departing from Kushiro City.
Service period: Every day from April 18 to December 20, 2026 * Reservation Required

Just a 7-minute drive from Hakodate Airport. Experience authentic Japanese hospitality at the pure Japanese-style inn Ichinomatsu.

When you go to Sapporo, you’ll want to complete every course! Selectable half-day and full-day bus tours in Sapporo. All tours require advance reservation. Seating is limited, so book early.

March 14 – November 23, 2026
The summer-only event “Penguin Picnic” takes place once a day.
Admission Fees: Adults 1,800 yen / Elementary and Middle School Students 700 yen / Aged Over 3 350 yen (Coupon available)

On March 10, 2026, the seals moved to their summer exhibition pool. Otaru Aquarium’s regular operations resume on March 14.

Odori venue : 2025.11.21 – 12.25
Ekimae-dori venue : 2025.11.21 – 2026.2.11
Minami 1-jo Street venue / Akapla venue / Sapporo Station South Exit Station Square venue : 2025.11.21 – 2026.3.14

The Munich Christmas Market in Sapporo allows you to enjoy the atmosphere of a Christmas market in Munich, Germany, Sapporo’s sister city.
November 21, 2025 until December 25 / 11:00-21:00
Venue : Odori Park (Odori Nishi 2-chome)

Two Northern Rockhopper penguin chicks were born in June 2025 and were made available to the public on July 23, 2025.

Choose from half-day city course or full-day popular sightseeing course. Onboard audio guides and Wi-Fi are available. All tours require advance reservation. Seating is limited, so book early.
