Destination
Sapporo
Sapporo is the largest city on Hokkaido island, famous for its snow sculpture festival, excellent beer, and ski resorts. For LGBTQ+ travellers, there is a cosy gay bar district in the Susukino area.
Best time to visit
February (Snow Festival), June — August
LGBTQ+-friendly
✓ Safety: High
Highlights
- 1Snow Sculpture Festival (February)
- 2Gay bars in Susukino district
- 3Niseko ski resort nearby
- 4Sapporo Pride (August)
Hotels in Sapporo
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