Learn about the city's beer and the brew making process at the Sapporo Beer Museum.
Hokkaido island's capital city is perhaps best known for its ties to the 1972 Winter Olympics. It's hardly surprising, then, that Sapporo's main draw is its winter activities. In addition to featuring top-notch ski slopes, the city hosts the Sapporo Snow Festival – with large, elaborate snow sculptures – every February. Plus, Sapporo offers a variety of tasty brews and bites. Learn about the city's beer and the brew making process at the Sapporo Beer Museum. Then, grab a bowl of ramen in the Susukino entertainment district. Have more of a sweet tooth? Visit chocolate-themed Shiroi Koibito Park.