We spent about two hours on the shopping street walking around and looking in shops and we walked by the area several times. The street has many affordable options for clothing and food and some surprises like shop that sold older American jerseys from the NFL. There are lots of convenience stores and pharmacies along the way and there is also a Mega Don Quijote. When we were here we also picked up some unique Japanese candies. The Tanuki Koji metro station is in the middle of it and the shopping street is inbetween the Susukino and Odori Park areas. Near the east entrance is Nijo Market and some nice antique and retro stores.

A wonderful array of small shops featuring well priced vintage and new clothes and jewellery and bags and badges. Friendly and helpful staff abound. Lots of chemist shops! Food outlets also plentiful and cafes as well as Maccas for those seeking familiar tastes. A day to explore is not enough but be careful to find some landmarks or you might never see your travelling companions again!!

It has been the main shopping mall of Sapporo since the establishment of a market-based restaurant in 1869 when the pioneers of Hokkaido took the place, and since 1873 when it became known as the Danukiki Kodi. Since 1958, it has been rebuilt with a roof-covered arcade and has become known as the "Karo's Store", and there are many different shops. Staying in the south of Odori is easy to find and Saskino is close to 3~4 Zoome.

Good place to spend a couple of hours but it may not be for everybody. As we were at the area in the late afternoon there was not much crowd. Suspect the place should get more lively in the evening. The good thing about the place is that the entire walkway is well lighted, wide and covered, so one is well protected from the elements, regardless of sun, rain or snow. Seems strange it’s call a shopping street as the choice and variety of shops seems limited, mainly find a concentration of cafes, food outlets and restaurants. The other type of shop that is high in numbers are pharmacies. If one is there to shop for typical fashion or accessories, then you may be in for some disappointment as there are not many retail shops selling fashion or shoes. The closest alternative are the pre-loved stores which do carry a decent collection of clothes and shoes. If want to shop for fashion, it’s probably better to explore individual shops scattered around the area or head for the underground mall connected to the place. To sum up, the place should be good if one needs a bite or drink to re-charge but if looking for bargain fashion and accessories, one is going to be disappointed.

This place is so alive with many choices for shopping and eating. And it was just a 10-min walk from the hotel. Since it’s covered, one can go around not worrying about getting caught in the rain or snow. Getting there was also fun. We tried the underground walkway with its many distractions and went back on the street level. Was able to shop for most of the stuff in my list. Shop staff are friendly, warm and helpful.

We came here several times primarily to look for a restaurant and we found plenty to choose from. As expected, the crowded one had better food. The streets which span 7 sections are covered and well lighted. The stores were interesting to look at even though we didn't plan to shop. All in all, it was a very satisfying experience.

Everything you're looking for is here. I am not sure if you need to visit this in the morning or night time after your day tours. The shopping area is very long, so you need time to navigate it end to end.

Many kombinis and drug stores along this stretch. Will get my breakfast and coffees from the marts or kombinis…and sometime beer or snacks for supper on the way back. Some drug stores open till nearly midnight and we got some skincare on the night before we flew back.