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Nopporo Shinrin Kouen

📍 591 Nishi-Nopporo, Ebetsu, Hokkaido, Japan
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Quick Facts

Location
Japan, Sapporo
Category
National Park & Nature
Duration
2-3 hours
Address
591 Nishi-Nopporo, Ebetsu, Hokkaido, Japan
Coordinates
43.0472, 141.5183

Introduction

Nopporo Forest Park, a prefectural natural park spanning Ebetsu and Sapporo, protects rare native broadleaf forest on the edge of a major city, laced with walking trails. The Hokkaido Centennial Memorial Tower, Hokkaido Museum, Historical Village of Hokkaido and Archaeological Operations Center adjoin it - a vast green space for nature and the island's pioneering history.

✨ Highlights

1
Native woods
Hokkaido broadleaf forest at a city's edge.
2
Trail network
Paths through the trees for walking and running.
3
Visitor centre
A free centre on local flora and fauna.
4
Centennial tower
The Hokkaido Centennial Memorial Tower stands within.
5
Neighbouring sites
The Hokkaido Museum and Historical Village adjoin.
6
Four seasons
Green summer, maple autumn and snowshoe winter.

🛈 Practical Info

→Location：591 Nishi-Nopporo, Ebetsu, Hokkaido
→Time needed：About 2 hours
→Opening Hours：Open all day, year-round; visitor centre 9:00-17:00 May-Sep, 9:30-16:30 Oct-Apr (closed Mon)

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Free AdmissionPark and visitor centre

Transportation

Subway

20-min walk from Nopporo Shinrin Koen Stn

Note

Parking on site

💡 Tips

• The park is open around the clock and free.
• The visitor centre runs 9:00-17:00 (May-Sep), 9:30-16:30 (Oct-Apr).
• The centre closes Mondays (except holidays) and over New Year.
• About 20 minutes' walk from Nopporo Shinrin Koen Station.
• Trails are mostly dirt - wear grippy shoes.
• Combine with the Hokkaido Museum and Historical Village.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Nopporo Shinrin Kouen?

Open all day, year-round; visitor centre 9:00-17:00 May-Sep, 9:30-16:30 Oct-Apr (closed Mon)

How much is the admission for Nopporo Shinrin Kouen?

Free Admission: Park and visitor centre

Any practical tips for visiting Nopporo Shinrin Kouen?

The park is open around the clock and free. The visitor centre runs 9:00-17:00 (May-Sep), 9:30-16:30 (Oct-Apr).

How long should I spend at Nopporo Shinrin Kouen?

A typical visit takes 2-3 hours.

How do I get to Nopporo Shinrin Kouen?

Subway: 20-min walk from Nopporo Shinrin Koen Stn