What makes it 71% Couple-Friendly: A couple can stroll hand-in-hand between stations, view rotating art and pause for coffee, but fluorescent lighting and steady commuter traffic lessen privacy and romantic atmosphere.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: Allows time to explore art installations, relax in rest areas, and sample cafés at a leisurely pace
Art Exhibitions at Intersection Squares:
View rotating public art installations at three junction plazas along the passage
Tip: Check schedules at the North 3-jo info board to catch live demos or special exhibits
Ikoi no Kūkan Rest Areas:
Relax in small lounges with tables, chairs and indoor greenery
Tip: Use the free Wi-Fi here to plan your next stop or share photos instantly
Café Stops:
Try coffee and fresh pastries from bakeries and cafés inside connected malls
Tip: Order a latte and a matcha pastry; expect costs around ¥350 each
Local Souvenir Shops:
Browse Hokkaido specialty products and crafts in pop-up stalls
Tip: Visit on weekends for free sample tastings of dairy and fruit products

ITCSCM INC
Excellent escape from the Japan heat. Clean washroom facilities and lots to eat. Pop up to visit your various tourist attractions and then pop back down to cool off.
edtayjb
As a first time foreign tourist in Sapporo, I did a walk through this famous underground complex today that goes by the name of "Sapporo Ekimaedori Underground Walkway." This "Walkway" was a never-ending below ground passageway with many side passageways, which not linked the subway stations of downtown Sapporo, but also the major commercial buildings above ground or road level at their respective...
Hock Sing Tan
This underground walkway is very useful during winter. When we first arrived at sapporo, we needed to walk on icy road from sapporo Station to our hotel at tanukikoji 狸小路. Google Map showed it takes 20 minutes' walk, but eventually, we took 40 minutes as it was very difficult to navigate on ice and snow road. After a few days at sapporo, we finally discovered this underground walkway. It only to...
Udani Ratnayake
Best place to buy things from pop up street vendors, garage sales, and small bazaars. Street artists provide entertainment throughout the year. In winter it's convenient to walk from Sapporo station to Susukino without getting freezed.
Simon Ammosov
Nice underground passageway good for long Sapporo winters with lots of shops inside, and performance stages. Though be careful, I had my phone stolen during the performance and it was so crowded
During winter, use Chi-Ka-Ho to stay warm and dry between stations. In early March and May, look for special installations during Sapporo Art Stage and NoMaps festivals at the junction plazas.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Coffee and pastries for two | JPY 700 |
| Casual meal at connected mall | JPY 2,400 |
| Souvenir or local snack | JPY 500 |
| Total Estimated | JPY 3,600 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: 3 Chome Kita 1 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0003, Japan
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