How long should you spend at JR Tower?

Visitors typically stay for 1 to 2 hours.

When is the best time to visit JR Tower?

Go on a clear day for the best views, especially when there's snow for an amazing blanketed landscape.

JR Tower

Shopping MallTourist Attraction

4.1

(19.1k)

The JR Tower is a 38-story skyscraper that houses a shopping mall, office complex, and an observation deck, directly connected to JR Sapporo Station. It's a central hub for shopping, dining, and panoramic city views.

Address

2 Chome Kita 5 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0005, Japan

Website

http://www.jr-tower.com/

Opening Hours

10:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Thu)

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Worth it?

Worth it for the 360-degree city views, especially on a clear day

Skip if you're not interested in shopping or heights

Reviewers consistently praise the spectacular 360-degree panoramic city views from the observation deck.5 mentions

The tower is directly connected to JR Sapporo Station, making it very convenient for transportation and access to various amenities.1 mention

Some visitors have noted that the maps within the complex can be lacking.1 mention

Location

2 Chome Kita 5 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0005, Japan

Nearby places

Sapporo Kita 3-jo Plaza

6 min walk

Former Hokkaido Government Office Building Red Brick Building

8 min walk

Sapporo Clock Tower

8 min walk

Sapporo TV Tower

11 min walk

Highlights

The observation deck on the 38th floor offers spectacular 360-degree panoramic views of Sapporo, including snow-blanketed mountains in winter.

For men, the observation level includes a unique men's room with urinals adjacent to large windows, providing a city view.

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Ramen Republic

Ramen Restaurant

Nemuro Hanamaru at Sapporo Station

Sushi Restaurant

Kani Honke Sapporo Station Main Branch

Seafood Restaurant

Santouka Ramen

Ramen Restaurant

Who it's for

Solo

Couples

Friends

Family with kids

Wheelchair entrance

Accessible restroom

Accessible parking

Paid parking

Cards accepted

Travelers looking for convenient shopping and dining options, and anyone wanting a comprehensive view of Sapporo and the surrounding mountains.

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Know before you go

The observation deck is open daily from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM, with the last entry at 10:30 PM.

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5-Star hotel

JR Tower Hotel Nikko Sapporo

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4-Star hotel

HOTEL MYSTAYS Sapporo Aspen

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8.4(4.4k)

5-Star hotel

ANA Crowne Plaza Sapporo by IHG

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Reviews

4.1

Good

5 Reviews

Visitors generally love the JR Tower for its wide variety of shops and delicious dining options, along with the spectacular 360-degree panoramic city views from the observation deck. Its direct connection to Sapporo Station is a major plus, though some find the maps confusing.