JRA Sapporo Racecourse

The JRA Sapporo Racecourse is the venue for the "Sapporo Kinen" Grade 2 Race.

Address: 16-1-1 Kita 16 Jonishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
Capacity: 30,000
Opened: 2014 (Reopened)

Getting to the Stadium

From Sapporo Station, take the JR Line and get off at Soen Station (aka JRA Sapporo Keibajo Station) and walk for about 15 minutes. It is 3 kilometers from Sapporo Station to the racecourse, so it is not too far to walk on a warm day.

Explore Sapporo

Travel Tips & Information

Here is the basic information about Sapporo as a reference for planning your trip.

1. "Getting there & Around" Sapporo

Many tourists use airplanes to travel from Honshu (the main island of Japan) to Hokkaido. The nearest airport to Sapporo is New Chitose Airport. Here is how to get to Sapporo Station from New Chitose Airport. And we will show you how to get around in Sapporo using major public transportation.

2. "Where to Stay" in Sapporo

The most popular area for travelers to stay in Sapporo is around the Susukino area or Sapporo Station. Here are some of the best quality hotels in Sapporo.

3. "What to Do & See" in Sapporo

We have selected some "Must See" attractions for you in Sapporo city. Enjoy!

4. "What / Where to Eat" in Sapporo

Sapporo Ramen, Sushi, Seafood, Soup-Curry, Jingiskan (Genghis Khan) BBQ, Corn, Potato, Ice Cream, Soft Cream...You can't stop eating in Sapporo. As Japan's northernmost island, Hokkaido has its own culture and is famous for its fresh seafood, farm & dairy products. We will suggest some ideas about what to eat in Sapporo.

 

Stadiums/Arenas

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Hokkai Kitayell

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Yoichi Town General Gymnasium

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Stadiums/Arenas

Sapporo Clock Tower (Sapporo)

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Salmon Hometown Chitose Aquarium

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Sapporo TV Tower (Sapporo)

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Mt. Moiwa Ropeway (Hokkaido)

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News

Oji Eagles to Red Eagles Hokkaido

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