Sapporo Picture Book Library

Flow of the course

About this spot

A library specializing in picture books, located in Shiroishi Ward, Sapporo. Its defining feature is that the shelves are built low, at a child's height, so kids can walk around and pick out books with their own hands. The atmosphere is relaxed enough that you need not worry if a read-aloud voice carries, so even families with little ones can take it easy here. Because it is indoors, it is an ideal place to spend a cool morning before the sun gets strong. Starting a water-play day quietly makes the contrast all the more satisfying when you throw yourselves into the afternoon.

Tips

Check the opening hours and closed days in advance. Eating and drinking are restricted inside, so have drinks outside. It is easy to enter with a stroller, but the area near the entrance can get tight at busy times. Heading straight to Sapporo Factory after leaving the library keeps the morning to a single trip.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour 10 minutes. The morning right after opening is quiet and gives you time to browse.

Access & map

Nango-dori 1-chome Minami 8-1, Shiroishi-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 003-0022