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Offered languages
- German
- English
Step beyond the famous snow festivals and ramen alleys to uncover the hidden heartbeat of Sapporo. This city was built on indigenous Ainu land—Sat-poro-pet. On this immersive journey, you will explore the dual narrative of Japan's northern capital: the dark machinery of 19th-century colonization and the inspiring, grassroots revival of Ainu culture today. From the halls of academia to the quiet corners of political resistance, and finally to a celebration of indigenous culinary pride, discover the voices that refused to be silenced.
- A 6.1 km self-guided tour with 7 stops over 153 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in Identity, Migration & Globalization and History & Memory
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Sapporo's main station, take local public transport toward Hokkaido University Center for Ainu and Indigenous Studies. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to the center. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
From Umizora no Haru, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Sapporo's main station. The departure point is Umizora no Haru, Sapporo, Japan. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1
Japan's only national university research center dedicated to Ainu studies, symbolizing a shift from exploitative anthropology to collaborative indigenous empowerment.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Former Hokkaido Government Office Building
The historic seat of the Hokkaido Government, where devastating assimilation policies like the 1899 Protection Act were enforced.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
An unassuming building housing the Hokkaido Ainu Association, the political heart of the modern Ainu rights movement.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Home to the Batchelor Memorial Museum, highlighting the complex legacy of a Western missionary who preserved Ainu language while advocating for assimilation.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Sapporo Clock Tower
A beloved symbol of Sapporo's modernization that also represents the introduction of Western agriculture, which destroyed Ainu ecological systems.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
A man-made canal that highlights the historical terraforming of Sapporo, the destruction of natural salmon rivers, and modern campaigns for ecological restoration.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
An izakaya featuring an authentic Ainu Chise room, representing modern cultural sharing, indigenous pride, and culinary revival.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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