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The Hokkaido University Museum (couple trip)

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How Couple-Friendly is The Hokkaido University Museum?

80%Couple-Friendly
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What makes it 80% Couple-Friendly: Pairs can wander interactive halls, pose with the mammoth, and share a drink in the café, but limited romantic ambience and seating may shorten leisurely time together.

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Reviews4.5/ 5
(from 2,873 reviews)

Positives:

  • Free Admission: No ticket fee lets you spend more on treats or souvenirs.
  • Indoor Comfort: All exhibits are indoors and climate-controlled year-round.

Challenges:

  • Limited English Labels: Most specimen descriptions are in Japanese; use the museum’s English leaflet or a translation app.
  • Weekend Crowds: Popular photo spots fill up quickly on weekends and event days.
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What is The Hokkaido University Museum?

  • A campus museum affiliated with Hokkaido University, housed in a renovated Meiji-era Rikukan building on the Sapporo campus
  • A repository for over three million specimens and academic materials, including fossils, minerals, zoological and botanical collections
  • A research institution preserving historical and contemporary studies, from university archives to cutting-edge scientific findings

What is so special about The Hokkaido University Museum for couple trip?

  1. Free-entry campus museum with three floors of rare specimens
  2. Interactive demos for hands-on fun
  3. Iconic couple photo spots by mammoth and bull skeletons
  4. Café Polus menu ideal for sharing
  5. Easy access to seasonal campus scenery

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: Allows time to explore all three floors, join a short demo, and relax in the café without rushing.

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Couple-Friendly Activities in The Hokkaido University Museum

Explore Historic Exhibits:

Walk the 1st floor galleries showing university history, academic materials and early student memorabilia.

Tip: Pick up an English guide leaflet at reception for key highlights.

Pose by Mammoth & Bull:

Visit the life-size woolly mammoth model and giant Holstein skeleton on the 3rd floor.

Tip: Go early to avoid lines and get a clear couple’s photo.

Attend Interactive Zone Demo:

Join a volunteer-led science demonstration featuring tactile drawers and sensory exhibits.

Tip: Check the daily schedule at reception and arrive 5 minutes before start.

Enjoy Café Polus Treats:

Share a Mammoth Burger or Hegiwara Farm soft-serve ice cream in the museum café.

Tip: Order two different items to sample more flavors; average cost ¥500–¥1,200 each.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to The Hokkaido University Museum

  1. Arrive at Opening: Visit right at 9:00 AM to explore before peak visitor times.
  2. Download Guide: Get the museum’s English PDF guide online to plan your route.
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Reviews of The Hokkaido University Museum

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Jeff McD

Jeff McD

Aug 2025

When we came here, they had a special exhibit combining beautifully preserved insects with their print counterparts in illustrated scientific publications. Super nice! Entrance is free and lots of information available. Although most are in Japanese, it's still a nice museum in the middle of the city.

Patority

Patority

Jul 2025

I was pleasently surprised! Tbh I expected way less! Every department has kind of it‘s own exhibition. So you can see a variety of different science fields in this museum, from animals, over dinosaurs, medicine, geology, culture studies… Also most exhibitions offer english information. Great museum, especially when considering it‘s free!

kyczzz

kyczzz

Jun 2025

A pretty good museum that admits anyone free of charge. Besides history of the university, the museum is a collection of various categories of items likely from efforts of the many different departments of the university. You could easily spend 1 hour in there if you take your time to look through most rooms, spread over 3 floors. Pretty accessible from Sapporo JR station ~ 10 minutes walk.

Nix

Nix

May 2025

We went to see the Gingko Trees at the University but actually enjoyed the Museum as well. There are some interactive exhibitions inside. It’s also free to enter. The ice cream is really good!!

Tommy On

Tommy On

Apr 2025

Free admission in the middle of campus. 3 floors with a nice variety of stuff to see. You got the uni's history, biology, space, science, medicines (pharmaceutical and diseases), archeology, anatomy, insects, minerals/rocks, and more. There is a mildew smell when entering the building, so you might need to get used to that. Small gift shop and cafe at the end. Included edible insects for sale.

When is the best time to visit The Hokkaido University Museum (Sapporo, Japan)?

Combine with a campus stroll in late October for golden ginkgo leaves. In late April, enjoy cherry blossoms along the main avenue leading to the museum.

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Typical Budget for a Couple (2 Adults)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Café snacks (for two)JPY 1,000
Small souvenirJPY 500
Total EstimatedJPY 1,500

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 The Hokkaido University Museum

Address: 8 Chome Kita 10 Jonishi, Kita Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0810, Japan

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About The Hokkaido University Museum

Opening Hours

Monday:Closed
Tuesday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

Official Website

Phone Number

+81 11-706-2658

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