Former Hokkaido Government Office Building (Red Brick Office)
Symbol of Hokkaido, the red star on the outer wall is the symbol of Kaitakushi (Hokkaido Development Office)
Constructed in 1888, the historically and architecturally significant Former Hokkaido Prefectural Office has located a short five-minute walk from Sapporo Station. Referred to as the Red Brick Building, this American Neo-Baroque style government office and its unique red brick structure was rarely seen in Japan at the time of its construction. The Former Hokkaido Prefectural Office served as the center of the Hokkaido prefectural government for 80 years until the modern office was built. As the seasons change throughout the year, the nostalgic Red Brick Building complements the surrounding landscape, whether as a background or foreground feature, making it an incredibly popular spot to snap photos.
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- Category
- Historic sites, castles, culture properties, architecture
- History, culture, art
- Solo trip
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- Best for a girls' trip
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General Information
- Address
- 北海道札幌市中央区北3条西6丁目
- Telephone Number
- 011-204-5019（General Affairs Division, Hokkaido Government）
- Open
- The "Akarenga" is currently undergoing renovation (temporary tour facilities are open for the renewal).
Temporary tour facility (period): May 7, 2023 - early May, 2024 (no entrance fee)
8:45-18:00 (last admission at 17:50) - Closed
- [Hypothetical Visitor Facility] Dec. 31, Jan. 1-Jan. 3 (open Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays)
- Prices
- Free
- Car Park
- None (Use paid parking lot)
- Directions
- ●By subway: About 10 minutes from Sapporo Station on the Subway Namboku Line, Toho Line and JR Line
●By subway: About 10 minutes from Odori Station on the Subway Namboku Line, Tozai Line and Toho Line - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
