Tanukikoji Shopping Arcade

Sapporo

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Tanukikoji Shopping Arcade

Tracing its history back to 1869, Tanuki Koji is the oldest shopping district in Hokkaido. Nestled in the heart of Sapporo, this lively shopping street, spanning 7 blocks, boasts around 200 outlets—from fashion boutiques and restaurants to shops offering an array of local handcrafted souvenirs.

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addressMinami 2 & 3-jo Nishi 1-chome, 7-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo
openingHoursOpen 24/7
phone+81 11 241 5125
publicTransport5 minutes away from Odori Station on the Subway Namboku, Tozai and Toho Line
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