Great Runs in Sapporo, Japan

Note: For the Full Guide to Running in Sapporo, see the GR Website

Located on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido, Sapporo is the fifth largest city in Japan, known for its annual Snow Festival, top-notch Ramen, and eponymous beer. The city hosted the 1972 Winter Olympics. Originally an indigenous Ainu settlement, Sapporo sits along the plain of the Toyohira River at the base of Mt. Moiwa. The well-organized layout showcases a variety of parks that offer great running in Sapporo year round, from the colorful Gingko leaves of fall to the cherry blossoms of spring.

Toyohira River Path

Hokkaido University

Odori Park

Moerenuma Park

Ashashiyama Memorial Park

Nopporo Forest Park (Ebetsu Area)

Maruyama Park

Shin River Paths

Original Post by: Kelsey Perrett. For the full running guide to Sapporo, see greatruns.com.