24 hours in Sapporo, Japan
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Sapporo, the gateway to northern Japan, may not have quite the same neon-lit hustle and bustle of Tokyo or Osaka, but its scenic surroundings, laid-back pace and distinctive cuisine make it a worthy addition to any itinerary for visitors to the Land of the Rising Sun.
Deriving its name from the local Ainu language, Sapporo is a relatively new city and, despite being a popular destination for Japanese and foreign visitors, remains unspoiled by mass tourism. Its manageable size and proximity to Hokkaido’s green mountains and hot springs means it is the perfect place to enjoy Japan at a leisurely pace.
East of Sapporo’s landmark Odori Park is the TV Tower Observatory. A 60-second elevator ride (Dh24.50) inside the tower takes you 90 metres above the city’s streets to where you can enjoy a 360-degree view of Sapporo and the surrounding mountains. It is here that you can also meet Sapporo’s “Melon Kuma” (Melon Bear). This unnerving, hybrid creature acts as a kind of local mascot – its eyes will follow you as you do your souvenir shopping.
Source: thenational.ae//lifestyletravel
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