Odori Park
Hokkaido · Japan
Visit the famous "Odori Park" to see locals enjoy their time.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation1:50
Welcome to Odori Park, the physical and cultural heart of Sapporo. This unique urban space is not just a park but a grand boulevard that stretches approximately 1.5 kilometers through the center of the city, effectively dividing…
Listen in the app2Nishi 1-chome — The Sapporo TV Tower1:43
We begin our journey at the easternmost point of Odori Park, the site of the iconic Sapporo TV Tower. Built in 1957, this 147-meter tall structure is a landmark of Sapporo's skyline and offers a perfect '360-degree view' of the…
Listen in the app3Nishi 2-chome to 4-chome — The Festival Heart1:31
As we move into the central blocks of Odori Park, we enter the historic birthplace of the Sapporo Snow Festival. Since 1950, when a few local students built six snow statues, this area has grown to host over 2 million visitors…
Listen in the app4Nishi 6-chome to 9-chome — Art and Greenery1:26
Continuing west, the park becomes noticeably quieter and more focused on art and landscape design. This section is home to 'Moerenuma-esque' open-air creations and 'perfectly curated' green spaces. …
Listen in the app5The Underground World — Pole Town and Aurora Town1:32
Beneath the surface of Odori Park lies a parallel universe: the extensive underground shopping complexes known as Pole Town and Aurora Town. This 'massive shopping and service complex' allows residents to navigate the city and…
Listen in the app6Nishi 11-chome to 12-chome — The International Spirit1:29
The western reaches of Odori Park are dedicated to the international connections and pioneering history of Sapporo. Here, you will find the Maypole—a gift from Sapporo's sister city, Munich—and the Rose Garden, which features…
Listen in the app7Susukino Border — The Transition to Nightlife1:23
While Odori Park itself is a space of greenery and festivals, its southern edge serves as the gateway to Susukino, Japan's largest entertainment district north of Tokyo. The sources describe this area as a 'neon-lit' world of…
Listen in the app8Closing1:09
As we conclude our traversal of Odori Park, I hope you have gained an appreciation for this 'mile-long urban park' as more than just a green space. It is a 'city of gifts' that 'overflows with lush green spaces' in summer and…
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What is Odori Park?
Odori Park is a place in Hokkaido · Japan with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Hokkaido · Japan |
|---|---|
| Type | Nature |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 12 min 03 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 43.0604, 141.3511 |
| Last updated |
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