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Sapporo TV Tower

Sapporo TV Tower

さっぽろテレビ塔

Sapporo TV Tower is a 144-meter broadcast tower at the eastern end of Odori Park, in the center of Sapporo. Built in the 1950s, it is one of the city's best-known landmarks. The observation deck, about 90 meters above the ground, gives a 360-degree view over the city. It is a popular place to see Odori Park and the city lights at night.

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Visitor information

Opening hours

The observation deck is open 9:00–22:00.

Admission

The observation deck is paid; check the official website for current prices.

Getting there

About 5 minutes on foot from Odori Station (Namboku and Tozai subway lines).

Hours and fees can change. Please check the official website before you go.

Good to know

  • Observation deck tickets are sold until 10 minutes before closing time.

Tips for Muslim visitors

  • For meals, the tower directs visitors to its basement gourmet court.
  • During busy periods such as the Snow Festival there may be waiting times.
  • As a rule, you cannot re-enter the observation deck once you leave.
  • Observation decks can have long waits at sunset and on weekends. A timed ticket helps you keep to your prayer times.
  • Plan your visit around prayer times. Below are today's prayer times for Hokkaido and the verified places to pray nearby.
  • Food stalls and shops near popular sights usually do not have halal certification. Check the ingredients, or choose from the verified places on this site.

Prayer times in Hokkaido

Today (5 Nov 2026)

  1. Fajr04:26
  2. Sunrise06:14
  3. Dhuhr11:20
  4. Asr13:59
  5. Maghrib16:22
  6. Isha17:59

Times are calculated for Sapporo. Times may differ elsewhere in Hokkaido.

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Places to pray near Sapporo TV Tower

Sapporo Masjid

  • Separate spaces for men and women

32 min walk Last checked: 4 Nov 2026

Halal food near Sapporo TV Tower

We have not verified a halal restaurant near here yet. Until then, these guides can help you choose food safely:

Distances and walking times are estimates based on straight-line distance.

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Photo: ノボホショコロトソ, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Sources (Checked 5 Nov 2026): sapporo.travel, visit.sapporo.travel, tv-tower.co.jp