❄️ Sapporo Snow Festival (Sapporo Yuki-matsuri) This is the most famous winter event in Hokkaido, held annually in Odori Park (Sapporo) each February. It features huge snow sculptures, and some years include castle-like snow structures created by artists and community teams. People often describe these giant works — sometimes based on fantasy or famous castles — as “snow castles.” 📍 When: Early February (e.g., Feb 4–11, 2026) 📍 Where: Odori Park, Sapporo, with other festival sites nearby. #Jap

58 reactions · 5 comments | We had to see those anime snow sculptures for ourselves, and Asahikawa did not disappoint!  It’s also the perfect place for sake and some serious winter fun! ✈️ Asahikawa, Hokkaido, is just a 1.5-hour flight from Tokyo! ➡️ More information: https://www.jal.co.jp/ar/en/guide-to-japan/destinations/articles/hokkaido/onsen-sake-wine-in-northern-hokkaido.html | JapanTravel | Facebook

27K views · 291 reactions | Unusual things that are normal in Japan. Over 400 snow sculptures from anime, movie, celebrities and pop culture characters are made for the Sapporo snow festival. This massive 8 day festival that originated in 1950 by local students in Odori Park and is a testament of Japan’s blend of tradition and innovation. Would you like to visit the Sapporo Snow festival? #japan #sapporo #japantrip #onlyinjapan #travel | Japan On | Facebook

You heard it right - FREE walking ski rental in central Sapporo! Nakajima Park offers free rentals of skis, poles and ski shoes between 10am-4pm everyday during the winter season. Ski along the beautiful 0.6km round track path ( as many times as you want), and enjoy the magic of a Nakajima Park bathed in powder snow. ⛄️It is a perfect way to enjoy Sapporo snow for ski beginners, and anyone who wants to have fun in the snow close to the city center❄️❄️⛄️ Access: Sapporo Station - Namboku Line ( 7

Hokkaido Snow Festival! Check Google for 2026 happening soon! #tokyo #japan #hokkaido #sapporo #snowfestival #snow | Foodwithmichel