basic information

The Clock Tower (Tokeidai) is the symbol of Sapporo. The building was constructed in 1878 as a drill hall of the Sapporo Agricultural College. The US made clock was added in 1881. The Clock Tower has been designated an Important Cultural Property and now houses a small museum.

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how to get there

The Clock Tower is four blocks or a 5 to 10 minute walk south of Sapporo Station, and one block north of Odori Park.

Address: North 1, West 2

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hours and fees

Hours:	9:00 to 17:00
Closed:	Mondays (or the following Tuesday if Monday is a national holiday) December 29 to January 3
Admission:	200 yen

travel community

Users who have been to Sapporo: 375
Users who have been to Clock Tower: 214

1st of 11 most visited sights in Sapporo.
81st of 509 most visited sights nationwide.

Rating by users:		mildly interesting (63/100, 119 votes)
Rating by staff:		interesting
Overall Rating:		interesting

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hotels & ryokan

Sapporo Garland Hotel Easy access from New Chitose Airport and Sapporo Station. Save with special deals starting from 3,000 yen a night. Marks Inn Sapporo A clean, quiet, convenient hotel in Sapporo city. 3 min walk to two subway stations and Susukino. FREE Small Breakfast.

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