Shiroi Koibito
Langue de chat cookies sandwiching white chocolate — Hokkaido's classic gift.
Tax-freeFrom November 1, it switches to a 'refund system.' You pay tax-inclusive prices in stores and get the tax back after a customs check at the airport when you leave. Be sure to bring your passport.
SouvenirsHokkaido dairy sweets, crab and salmon products, Sapporo Classic beer goods
Shopping tipSapporo Stellar Place and Daimaru connect to the station, easy with luggage. New Chitose Airport has the widest selection of souvenirs.
MainNamboku and Toho subway lines; JR (Otaru, New Chitose Airport)
MainShiroi Koibito Park — 7 min walk from Miyanosawa Sta. on the Tozai Line
BusThe Sapporo Beer Museum has no subway, so take a route bus from Sapporo Station
On footOdori Park, the Clock Tower and the former Hokkaido Government Office are about 10 min apart on foot
Shopping streets & markets in Sapporo Station, Hokkaido · 2
Instead of tax being deducted at the store, you now pay including tax and get it refunded later.
Minimum spend and refund methods can vary by store, so ask before paying.
A mall attached to Sapporo Station.
A department store by Sapporo Station, with many Hokkaido sweets shops in the basement.
5 gifts to bring home from Hokkaido and where to buy them · Sapporo Station first
Langue de chat cookies sandwiching white chocolate — Hokkaido's classic gift.
Melt-in-your-mouth nama chocolate; it needs refrigeration, so bring a cooler bag.
Cookies sandwiching raisins and butter cream.
A soft two-layer cheesecake — an Otaru specialty.
Glasswork dating back to the oil-lamp era; cups and small ornaments are popular.
Most are also sold at souvenir shops in airports and major stations. Check hours and stock via the Google Maps links.