SAPPORO, JAPAN

Sapporo is one of the easiest Japanese cities to navigate because of its street system of wide boulevards connected to a compass-oriented grid of minor streets, which are numbered according to their order in relation to the major thoroughfares. Since this is one of Japan's largest cities, distances between places on the map can be quite far, but the transportation network in the city is excellent.

Chūō-ku

This district contains most of the city's entertainment and administrative buildings. City Hall and the police headquarters can be found here, but there are also many landmarks, restaurants and shops for visitors to explore. One popular attraction, Sapporo TV Tower, a major draw for those looking to snap some stunning pictures, is located at the eastern end of Odori Park, a notable destination in and of itself that hosts many local events throughout the year, including the Sapporo Snow Festival and the Sapporo Summer Festival.

To the west of Odori Park, you'll find Maruyama Park, a popular year-round recreational spot that is home to... more