Amazing Night View on Mount Moiwa, Sapporo. Famous Night View on Mount Moiwa Mount Moiwa is located right almost in the middle of the center of Sapporo City. At an altitude of 531 meters above the mountain, there is a viewing post to enjoy the view of Sapporo City. This place is the place to see the best night views in Hokkaido. Mount Moiwa is easily accessible from the city center and is a very popular spot to see night views for local and foreign tourists. From the city center, Mount Moiwa can be reached in 30 minutes by train. This mountain is always visited by tourists throughout the year. In the summer, many people come for hiking or hiking. Whereas in winter, many people come to ski. The night view that can be seen from the viewing post on the summit of Mount Moiwa is so beautiful and amazing that it was chosen as one of the "3 Best Night Views in Hokkaido" along with Mount Hakodate in Hakodate and Mount Tengu in Otaru.
In 2015, the Sapporo night scene was chosen as one of the "3 Best Night Scenery in New Japan" along with Nagasaki and Kobe. As a result, the night view of Mount Moiwa is increasingly becoming the center of attention. At the viewing post where you can see the night view, you can find popular photo spots "Shiawase no Kane" or "Happiness Bells", restaurants, planetariums, and so on. So, actually there are many ways to enjoy the view from Mount Moiwa! When you arrive at the viewing post, you will be greeted with a wide and amazing night view. From a viewing post, you can see the city from all angles. You will see lights illuminating Sapporo, home to around 2 million people who live in it. You will also see mountains stretching across the city of Sapporo. Seeing the night view of the city with its tall buildings along with natural natural beauty is something that can only be found in Sapporo.
From a distance, you can also see the TV Tower and JR Tower (the tower at JR Sapporo Station) which are landmarks of Sapporo City. Mount Moiwa has been famous for a long time as a place to see beautiful night views. However, the night view of Mount Moiwa is becoming the center of attention after being chosen as one of the "3 Best Night Scenery in New Japan". This makes Mount Moiwa a place to see the night view that must be visited in Hokkaido. Shiawase no kane located at the viewing post at the top is a popular photo spot for couples and families. It is said that couples who ring a bell while looking at the scenery here will always be happy. If visiting bring a partner, please try! In addition, if you look closely around Shiawase no Kane, you will see many padlocks locked on the fence. Padlocks are called ai no nankinjo or padlock of love. It is said that the couple who wrote their name on the lock and then locked it on the fence will always be together and inseparable forever. Please try if you visit with your partner or family! You can buy a padlock at the gift shop at Chufuku Station for 1,000 yen (tax excluded). In addition, another reason why Mount Moiwa is so popular is the existence of a planetarium at its peak. After seeing the night view, visitors can feel a more romantic atmosphere here. Please visit the official website of Mount Moiwa to see show times and other information.
