How long should you spend at Moerenuma Park?

Visitors typically stay between 2 and 3 hours.

When is the best time to visit Moerenuma Park?

The park is best visited during the warmer months, from April to November, when all facilities are open and the cherry trees are in bloom.

Moerenuma Park

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Moerenuma Park is a large municipal park in Sapporo, designed by Japanese American artist Isamu Noguchi. It features monumental landscape installations, including geometric hills and a glass pyramid, on what was once a garbage reclaimed ground. The park opened in 2005 and is considered a complete sculpture.

Address

1-1 Moerenumakōen, Higashi Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 007-0011, Japan

Website

https://moerenumapark.jp/

Opening Hours

7:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Thu)

Phone

+81 11-790-1231

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Worth it?

Worth it if you want a refreshing outdoor experience with unique art and great photo opportunities

Skip if you're looking for traditional park activities or visiting in winter when much of it is covered in snow

Reviewers consistently praise the park's beautiful scenery and unique art installations, calling it a great spot for photography.3 mentions

The park is well-maintained and offers a peaceful, refreshing escape from the city.1 mention

There is ample and free parking available, making it convenient for visitors.1 mention

During winter, a significant portion of the park is covered in snow, which some visitors found underwhelming.1 mention

Google Maps directions to the park can be inaccurate; it's best to aim for the west or east gate.2 mentions

Location

1-1 Moerenumakōen, Higashi Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 007-0011, Japan

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Glass Pyramid "HIDAMARI"

4 min walk

Highlights

Climb the man-made Mt. Moere, which is 62 meters high, for expansive views of the park and the northern part of Sapporo city.

Explore the glass pyramid, nicknamed "Hidamari" (sunny spot), which houses an art gallery, a miniature model of the park, a restaurant, and a museum shop.

Rent a bicycle near the entrance to easily navigate the park's vast grounds and see all the major installations.

Who it's for

Good for kids

Family with kids

Couples

Friends

Solo

Wheelchair entrance

Accessible parking

Dogs allowed

Cards accepted

This park is ideal for families, especially those with children, as it offers playground equipment and large slopes for sledding. It's also great for anyone who appreciates unique art installations, panoramic views, and a peaceful outdoor escape.

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Know before you go

Some park facilities, including the Sea Fountain and Moere Beach, are closed during the winter months.

If visiting in winter, you can rent snowshoes or cross-country skis to explore the park, with courses set up for skiing.

When using navigation, pin the Moerenuma Park East gate for easier access, especially in winter.

Reviews

4.4

Very good

5 Reviews

Visitors generally find Moerenuma Park to be a vast and beautifully maintained space with unique art installations like the glass pyramid and geometric hills, offering stunning panoramic views. Many recommend renting bicycles to explore the expansive grounds and appreciate the ample, free parking. It's seen as a peaceful escape, perfect for picnics and leisurely strolls, though some found it less exciting in winter due to snow cover.

Fun facts

Before its construction, the park site was used as a garbage reclaimed ground from 1979 to 1990, with 2,736,000 tons of garbage carried there.

The park's design was based on a master plan created by Isamu Noguchi shortly before his death in 1988, with the concept of a "park that is considered to be one complete sculpture."

The glass pyramid's air conditioning system uses snow stored in a neighboring building during winter to cool the interior in summer.