Winter has arrived in Hokkaido! Find snow gear that will be useful for sightseeing and enjoying the spectacular light scenery at Sports Depot Sapporo Tsukisamu store.

Sapporo welcomes the arrival of winter with its white illuminations! A great place to stop by while sightseeing is the Sports Depot Flagship Store Sapporo Tsukisamu branch, where you'll find a wide selection of high-performance winter gear perfect for snowy walks and skiing. Enjoy duty-free shopping and make the most of Hokkaido's winter!

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AlpenGroup operates retail stores for sports and leisure goods. ``SPORTS DEPO'', a general sports shop, ``Alpen Outdoors'', an outdoor specialty store, and ``GOLF5'', a golf specialty store, are open nationwide, offering sporting goods from famous sports brands as well as highly fashionable apparel and shoes. We offer a wide selection of products and services that will satisfy all sports enthusiasts.

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• Table of Contents
• [Winter's Opening] A breathtaking spectacle of fantastical lights that illuminate the night! "Sapporo White Illumination"
• Take a shopping break between sightseeing! Visit "Sports Depot Flagship Store Sapporo Tsukisamu Branch".
• Enjoy comfortable city walks and illumination viewing! High-performance, warm outerwear and apparel.
• Stay safe and warm even on snowy roads! Snow boots and footwear
• THE NORTH FACE ICEPEAK
• Easily add these for complete protection against the cold! Warm winter accessories
• Enjoy safe and comfortable skiing on the slopes! We offer a wide selection of goggles, helmets, and premium waxes.
• From city walks to serious running! Running shoes
• Experience the authentic atmosphere and excitement in our fully-equipped basketball corner!
• From the Japanese national team to overseas clubs, we cover it all! Soccer and Futsal Corner
• Great for family trips! Kids & Junior Sports Corner
• Capture your travel memories! Hokkaido/Sapporo exclusive souvenirs & gifts
• 5% OFF Coupon
• Store Introduction

[Winter's Opening] A breathtaking spectacle of fantastical lights that illuminate the night! "Sapporo White Illumination"

The 44th Sapporo White Illumination, which signals the arrival of winter in Sapporo, will begin sequentially from November 20th, 2026 (Friday). This popular event is a winter tradition that fantastically illuminates the snow-covered city. A romantic night unfolds, unique to this season, as the snowscape and colorful light art intertwine. The Munich Christmas Market in Sapporo, held at Odori West 1-chome and Odori West 2-chome (Odori Park), will feature booths selling wine, Christmas food, and various Christmas items. For details, please check the official website: https://www.sapporo.travel/white-illumination/

Take a shopping break between sightseeing! Visit "Sports Depot Flagship Store Sapporo Tsukisamu Branch".

Easily accessible from Sapporo city center and popular tourist spots like Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill, this store is perfect for a quick stop during sightseeing or travel. The spacious, large-scale floor, one of the largest in Hokkaido, boasts a wide selection of products and ample aisle space, allowing for a stress-free and comfortable shopping experience, even with heavy luggage or when shopping in groups or with family. Solve your travel-related "cold and slippery" concerns on the spot! You can choose and wear items immediately useful for sightseeing, such as snow boots with non-slip soles for safe walking, warm outerwear, and high-performance innerwear. From popular brands to full-fledged snow gear, the store offers a wide variety of items to fully enjoy winter in Hokkaido, from stylish winter apparel suitable for city walks to serious gear for those heading to ski resorts.

Enjoy comfortable city walks and illumination viewing! High-performance, warm outerwear and apparel.

We offer a wide selection of windproof and heat-retaining down jackets and padded outerwear to keep you warm even in Hokkaido's harsh winters. You can choose from popular winter wear brands on-site.

THE NORTH FACE

The North Face offers a wide range of down products, including the popular Nuptse jacket, that will keep you warm even in the harsh winter conditions of Hokkaido.

Colombia

Thanks to its heat-reflective insulation technology, "Omni-Heat Infinity," it efficiently reflects body heat to provide instant warmth. This product is recommended for long outdoor activities such as the "Sapporo White Illumination" and the "Sapporo Snow Festival."

Stay safe and warm even on snowy roads! Snow boots and footwear

We offer snow boots with excellent slip resistance and waterproofing, eliminating worries about falling on unfamiliar snowy paths or while strolling through illuminated areas. Boots with inner fleece lining and insulating materials keep your feet warm even during long outdoor activities. We have a wide range of sizes available for women, men, and children.

Colombia

We offer the largest selection of shoes in Hokkaido that combine cold-weather protection, waterproofing, and slip resistance, making them ideal not only for walking on snowy winter roads but also for leisure and outdoor activities. Our popular Sapland shoes feature "VIBRAM ARCTIC GRIP," providing safe walking even in harsh conditions such as snow and ice.

THE NORTH FACE ICEPEAK

The North Face offers a wide range of designs, primarily the popular Nuptse Bootie, that are easy to match with outdoor and casual fashion. Both The North Face and Icepeak carry many shoes equipped with the 'VIBRAM ARCTIC GRIP' sole.

Easily add these for complete protection against the cold! Warm winter accessories

Snow Glove offers a wide variety of waterproof and cold-weather gear. We carry products perfect for skiing, snowboarding, and other snow activities, including genuine leather gloves from Hestra and the Japanese brand Matsuoka Gloves. We also have warm accessories, such as a pop-art version of the popular Japanese disposable hand warmer, Hokaron. Warm socks and belly warmers are available to prevent cold feet and stomach chills. Many of our products feature Japanese designs, making them great souvenirs.

Enjoy safe and comfortable skiing on the slopes! We offer a wide selection of goggles, helmets, and premium waxes.

From the latest snowboards, skis, bindings, and boots to high-performance apparel, we have everything you need to comfortably ski on Hokkaido's finest powder snow. We also offer a wide selection of helmets, essential for safety in the mountains, and the latest goggles with anti-fog and high-contrast lenses to ensure clear vision even in snowfall and bad weather. We carry a wide range of brands, including Oakley, Salomon, and the Japanese brand Swans, and you can check the size and fit directly in-store. We have a full range of snow waxes and maintenance products suited to Hokkaido's unique dry, ultra-low temperature powder snow, maximizing your gliding performance. We can also wax your skis in-store, so please feel free to ask.

From city walks to serious running! Running shoes

Popular shoes from brands like On and HOKA are available throughout the winter season. The On Cloudmonster series and HOKA Clifton series offer a wide range of sizes and colors, so you're sure to find your perfect pair. On also offers a wide selection of winter apparel, so don't miss out. Japanese brand Asics offers a wide range of shoes, from those for beginner runners to those for top athletes. A popular choice is the MetaSpeed ​​SkyTokyo, designed for top athletes, with its vibrant light blue color that will brighten up your feet.

Experience the authentic atmosphere and excitement in our fully-equipped basketball corner!

We stock the largest selection of basketball shoes in Hokkaido, including Nike Jordan, Li-Ning, and Asics. Our apparel line also features a wide variety of items, primarily from the Jordan brand, suitable for both sports and casual wear.

From the Japanese national team to overseas clubs, we cover it all! Soccer and Futsal Corner

We offer replica jerseys for national teams from various countries, as well as club teams. If we have your favorite player's number and name in stock, we can heat-press the number and name onto the jersey on the spot.

Great for family trips! Kids & Junior Sports Corner

To ensure your children can play happily even during their trip to cold Hokkaido, we offer a wide range of winter items such as warm snow boots, insulated jackets, and gloves in various sizes.

Junior snow shoes

We offer a wide selection of winter boots with waterproof and cold-weather protection, essential for kids' and juniors' outdoor play. Our collection features mainly Columbia and THE NORTH FACE brands, offering cute and stylish items to suit kids' and junior fashion.

Kids and baby apparel

THE NORTH FACE kids' and baby apparel is not only great for personal use, but also makes a wonderful gift. We offer a wide variety of items that are not only cute but also designed to keep you warm. Why not add some gloves or hats to your collection?

Capture your travel memories! Hokkaido/Sapporo exclusive souvenirs & gifts

We offer limited-edition sports goods and local collaboration items featuring Hokkaido and Sapporo motifs, perfect as souvenirs of your trip or as gifts for family and friends. The graphic on the back features an Ezo deer, native to Hokkaido, wearing Oakley sunglasses, making it a great souvenir to remember your trip to Sapporo. Ezo deer occasionally appear in urban areas. Males have large antlers, so please do not approach them.

5% OFF Coupon

5% OFF + Tax-Free Coupon

Participating stores: All Alpen Group duty-free stores nationwide

• Expiration date: December 31, 2026

Please show the coupon screen at the register.

・This offer cannot be combined with other discounts.

Tax exemption applies to purchases of 5,500 yen or more including tax.

・To be eligible for tax exemption, the purchaser must present their own identification, such as a passport, travel permit, or other document proving they are a tourist visiting Japan.

Store Introduction

Sports Depot Flagship Store Sapporo Tsukisamu Branch

https://store.alpen-group.jp/Form/RealShop/ShopDetail.aspx?rsid=7679

Address: 2-1-1 Tsukisamu Chuo-dori, Toyohira-ku, Sapporo City, Hokkaido

Opening hours: 10:00 - 21:00

Access by train/subway

Access to Sapporo city center, including Sapporo Station and Susukino, is possible in approximately 15 minutes!

Approximately 10 minutes on foot from Fukuzumi Station on the Sapporo Municipal Subway Toho Line.

Approximately 12 minutes on foot from Tsukisamu-Chuo Station on the Sapporo Municipal Subway Toho Line.

Airport shuttle bus, 1-minute walk from Tsukisamu Chuo-dori 2-chome bus stop.

Access by car and parking

It's conveniently located for those traveling by car or rental car from New Chitose Airport or central Sapporo.

Located along National Route 36, with ample parking available (free of charge).

Access to nearby ski resorts

Within a 30-minute radius of Moiwayama Ski Resort and Bankei Ski Resort.

Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort and Sapporo Teine Ski Resort are within an hour's drive.

We look forward to your visit.

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