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Tanukikoji Shopping Street (couple trip)

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How Couple-Friendly is Tanukikoji Shopping Street?

86%Couple-Friendly
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What makes it 86% Couple-Friendly: Partners can stroll dry beneath the glass roof, snap tanuki photos, share parfaits and bar-hop nearby, but peak-time crowds and bright neon lighting reduce quiet, romantic ambience.

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Positives:

  • Easy access: Just a 3-minute walk from Susukino or Odori subway stations
  • Weatherproof: Glass roof shields the entire arcade from snow and rain

Challenges:

  • Crowds at peak times: Evenings and weekends can get busy, making strolling and photos harder
  • Limited seating: Many cafés and small restaurants fill up fast; reservations help
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What is Tanukikoji Shopping Street?

  • A historic covered shopping arcade in central Sapporo, dating back over a century
  • Stretches across seven blocks beneath a continuous glass canopy
  • Houses around 200 outlets, including fashion boutiques, electronics stores, restaurants, cinemas and entertainment venues

What is so special about Tanukikoji Shopping Street for couple trip?

  1. Seven-block glass-roofed arcade great for couples
  2. Unique local eats from soup curry to parfait
  3. Hidden bars for an intimate evening
  4. Small shrine with a luck ritual
  5. Weatherproof stroll any season

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: Allows time to stroll all seven blocks, sample food, and visit bars without rushing

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Couple-Friendly Activities in Tanukikoji Shopping Street

Arcade stroll & photo hunt:

Walk the covered seven-block arcade under the glass roof

Tip: Look for the giant ramen cup sign in 4-chōme and snap shots with the tanuki statues

Honjin Tanuki Daimyojin Shrine:

Small shrine at 2-chōme offering a luck-ritual

Tip: Rub the tanuki’s belly for good luck before you continue exploring

Soup curry at GARAKU:

Classic Sapporo chicken-leg curry in 2-chōme

Tip: Go early or book ahead to avoid the dinner rush

Shime parfait at Parfaits, Coffee, Sake Sasaki:

Chic basement café serving delicate parfaits

Tip: Visit after 6 pm and share a parfait for two

Bar-hopping in Blocks 6–7:

Hidden izakayas and cocktail bars down side alleys

Tip: Start at Bearfoot Bar then duck into small local bars nearby

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Tanukikoji Shopping Street

  1. Start early evening: Arrive by 5 pm to enjoy quieter shopping and prime dinner slots
  2. Plan your route: Begin at one end near Susukino and work your way through numbered chōme
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Reviews of Tanukikoji Shopping Street

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Sandra Chan

Sandra Chan

Jul 2025

We passed these streets and finally went through. There are lots of shops and eateries. The Beer Gardens were being set up nearby. It’s definitely in the hub of Sapporo, near Odori park, etc. Just don’t go to Exchangers to get currency exchanged. We made that mistake.

Anne Lysa

Anne Lysa

Jul 2025

I love this shopping street – it’s like a covered arcade but still open at both ends, which gives it a nice open-air feel while still being sheltered. There’s a huge mix of shops and restaurants, and honestly, you could spend hours here if you wanted. It goes on forever, so if you have time, try walking it from one end to the other. It’s a great way to explore and stumble upon all sorts of little ...

Peng Wan Choo

Peng Wan Choo

Jul 2025

A very busy and vibrant place for food, drinks and shop. It’s a must stop in Sapporo especially for first time visitors. Walking distance from Sapporo station or with one stop subway ride. Suggest to walk if traveling light from Sapporo station to have a good view and feel of the city as well.

Melinda

Melinda

Apr 2025

Great spot for a rainy day in Sapporo! Tanukikoji Shopping Street is fully covered, making it easy to stroll through regardless of the weather. There’s a wide variety of shops and restaurants, from local eats to quirky stores and a Mega Don Quijote’s. One of the highlights is an older section of the arcade that has a more nostalgic feel — including a fun vintage clothing shop that’s definitely wo...

CK Tan

CK Tan

Apr 2025

How could I have possibly overlooked this gem in my itinerary planning? This street is truly fascinating! I was particularly surprised and delighted to find a Singaporean shop, Kura Kura nestled amongst the diverse offerings here. Vintage enthusiasts will be in heaven with the abundance of vintage stores starting with 2 separate units of 2nd Street, and the presence of Komeda's Coffee is a welcome...

When is the best time to visit Tanukikoji Shopping Street (Sapporo, Japan)?

The arcade stays dry in rain or snow—perfect for Sapporo winters. In December, spot festive lights above each block.

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Typical Budget for a Couple (2 Adults)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Soup curry dinner for twoJPY 4,000
Shime parfait for twoJPY 3,000
Two cocktailsJPY 2,000
Souvenir snacksJPY 1,000
Total EstimatedJPY 10,000

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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Map of Tanukikoji Shopping Street

Address: Japan, 〒060-0062 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Minami 2 Jōnishi, 4-chōme 南2・3条西1~7丁目

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About Tanukikoji Shopping Street

Website

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Phone Number

+81 11-241-5125

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