9 Best History Tours in Hokkaido

Hokkaido’s settled history is short enough to see in a day or two. The Historical Village in Nopporo gathers dozens of Meiji and Taisho buildings, and Hakodate’s port opened to foreign ships in 1859, a decade before Sapporo even existed.

1.Authentic Sapporo: Nijo Market Seafood Lunch & History Tour

Discover Sapporo's authentic flavors and history with a guided tour of Nijo Market, Sosei East Area, and local shrines, including a fresh seafood lunch.

Most Popular★ 4.8

“Our guide, Tom was very knowledgeable, and we learned a lot from him about the city. He was highly personable and we really enjoyed our time with him. The lunch was absolutely incredible. I would recommend Tom and this tour to anyone who is traveling…”

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3.Sapporo Guided Walking Lunch Tour in Nijo Market and Sosei East

Longing for an immersive cultural experience in Japan's northern city? Discover the secrets of Sapporo's vibrant cuisine through the Sapporo Guided Walking Lunch Tour.

★ 5.0

“Tomoaki was very friendly & knowledgeable about the history of Sapporo. We always enjoy walking tours because we can learn a little about each place we visit. Tomoaki also gave us suggestions of other places to see within Sapporo & good places to eat. We…”

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4.Hakodate Highlights Tour 4 Hours

Discover Hakodate's highlights on a 4-hour private tour including the morning market, historic churches, and panoramic views from Mount Hakodate.

★ 4.4

“Our time in Kanazawa was great. We had Miyamoto as a tour guide and he was awesome. Although he did not speak English nor Spanish we mange to o understand ourselves through Google translate. He is a very charismatic gentleman with an excellent actitud to…”

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5.1-Day Sapporo Historical Village and Sapporo Beer Museum Tour

Delve into Sapporo's captivating past and uncover its renowned beer heritage on this comprehensive 1-day tour, where secrets of the city's cultural tapestry await.

★ 5.0

“A very interesting tour! The guide (Scott) was very knowledgeable and interested in explaining the various items. The Hokkaido Historical Village is well laid out with signage (along with a brochure), that explains the purpose and use of each building. Some buildings you can roam…”

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7.Hakodate: Goryokaku Star Fort & Tower Guided History Tour

Discover Hakodate’s history with this guided tour of Goryokaku Star Fort and Tower, featuring stunning views, detailed insights, and hassle-free planning.

★ 5.0

“A nice introduction to the history of Hakodate. The reconstruction of the Magistrate’s office was very impressive. Aya was a fantastic guide. She was able to give us fascinating insights into Japanese life as well as an impressive knowledge of Goryokaku. She also helped us…”

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8.Sapporo History and Gourmet Walking Tour

Discover Sapporo’s highlights on a 2-hour walking tour blending history, cultural insights, and local flavors—ideal for authentic, compact exploration.

★ 5.0

“Our guide was very good! She was knowledgeable and helpful and we also learned about Japanese culture which was wonderful! Seen all the main sights in Sapporo.”

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