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Sapporo, Hokkaido

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Contents

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  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to Sapporo, the fifth-largest city in Japan and the capital of the northern wilderness of Hokkaido. As we stand in this modern metropolis, it is important to recognize its unique place in Japanese history. …

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  2. 2Washoku and the Hokkaido Terroir

    To truly appreciate the culinary activities you engage in while in Sapporo, one must understand the specific context of Hokkaido's contribution to 'Washoku.' The UNESCO designation of Washoku emphasizes the 'sustainable use of…

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  3. 3A Legacy of Sisterhood: Sapporo and Portland

    An often-overlooked aspect of Sapporo’s character is its deep commitment to internationalism, most notably exemplified by its sister-city relationship with Portland, Oregon. Established in 1959, this partnership is not a mere…

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  4. 4Closing

    As you conclude your exploration of Sapporo, I hope you carry with you a sense of the city’s vastness and its intimacy. We have looked at Sapporo through the lens of its culinary heritage and its international ties, seeing a city…

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What is Sapporo, Hokkaido?

Sapporo, Hokkaido is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections4
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates43.0621, 141.3544
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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