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Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan – Japan Flag

Current Date And Time In Sapporo, Japan

Sunday, 09 August 2026
09:40:52 JST
State: Hokkaido
Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (JST)
Population: 1,973,832
District: Sapporo-shi

🗺 Map of Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Sapporo, a city in Hokkaido, Japan, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Sapporo β€” all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Sapporo.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Asia • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Japan operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Sapporo, Hokkaido

📍 LATITUDE
43.067°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
141.35°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)43.0667° N141.35° E
Signed Decimal Degrees43.0667141.35
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)43° 4' 0" N141° 20' 60" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)43° 4.0002' N141° 21' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Sapporo Today

🔥 SUNRISE
04:32 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:48 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 16m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:40 AM
Calculated for today (09 Aug 2026) from Sapporo’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Sapporo’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,794 km
(2,979 mi) • Sapporo is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
11,495 km
(7,143 mi) • Sapporo is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
43.067° S, 38.65° W
The point exactly opposite Sapporo through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Sapporo, you'd surface nearest to La Paloma, Uruguay, about 1,632 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Sapporo

📍 Location Details

CitySapporo
StateHokkaido
CountryJapan
ContinentAsia
DistrictSapporo-shi
Time Zone+09:00
Founded1922-08-01

📈 Area & Population

Population1,973,832
Area (km²)1,121.26 km²
Area (mi²)432.92 mi²
Pop. Density1,760.37 /km²
Elevation26 m / 85 ft
GPS (DD)43.0667, 141.35

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Sapporo

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Hokkaido
Parent Country: Japan

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 1,973,832
🏆 State Rank: #1 of 182 most populous in Hokkaido
📏 Built-Up Area: 1,121.26 km²
👥 Population Density: 1,760 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sapporo to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Hokkaido.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
EbetsuHokkaidoE17 km11 mi~17m🗺 View
IshikariHokkaidoN19 km12 mi~19m🗺 View
KitahiroshimaHokkaidoSE20 km13 mi~20m🗺 View
TobetsuHokkaidoNE22 km13 mi~22m🗺 View
HoromuiHokkaidoE24 km15 mi~24m🗺 View
EniwaHokkaidoSE27 km17 mi~27m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Sapporo to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Tokyo
833 km (517 mi)
S of Sapporo • ~13h 53m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Hokkaido

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Hokkaido, the home state of Sapporo, along with each city's aerial distance from Sapporo, Hokkaido's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Asahikawa43.7706° N142.3649° E121 m113 km🗺 View Map
Hakodate41.7758° N140.7367° E5 m152 km🗺 View Map
Tomakomai42.6369° N141.6033° E7 m52 km🗺 View Map
Kushiro42.975° N144.3747° E6 m246 km🗺 View Map
Obihiro42.9172° N143.2044° E44 m152 km🗺 View Map
Ebetsu43.1081° N141.5506° E12 m17 km🗺 View Map
Kitami43.8031° N143.8908° E79 m221 km🗺 View Map
Otaru43.1894° N141.0022° E30 m31 km🗺 View Map
Chitose42.8194° N141.6522° E15 m37 km🗺 View Map
Muroran42.3172° N140.9881° E8 m88 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Sapporo Okadama Airport
IATA: OKD
6 km (4 mi) from Sapporo
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🌍 Sapporo Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Sapporo Matter

The exact GPS location of Sapporo gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Hokkaido. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Hokkaido state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Sapporo Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Sapporo are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Sapporo

The satellite view of Sapporo lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Japan map

🌎 Regional Position of Sapporo in Hokkaido

Sapporo sits within Hokkaido, Japan, in the Asia region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Sapporo Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Sapporo for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Hokkaido. › Browse every city in Hokkaido

💻 Using Sapporo Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Sapporo in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Japan. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Sapporo Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Sapporo directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Sapporo. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Hokkaido CitiesAccess the full city directory for Hokkaido ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Sapporo Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Sapporo?

The GPS coordinates of Sapporo are latitude 43.0667° and longitude 141.35°. In directional format: 43.0667° N, 141.35° E. These coordinates mark the center of Sapporo in Hokkaido and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Sapporo located?

Sapporo is a city in Hokkaido, Japan, on the continent of Asia. It falls within Sapporo-shi. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Sapporo?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Sapporo sits at: Latitude 43° 4' 0" N and Longitude 141° 20' 60" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Sapporo?

Sapporo has a population of approximately 1,973,832 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Hokkaido.

🗺 How can I view Sapporo on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Sapporo is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 43.0667, 141.35 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Sapporo in Hokkaido. For broader context, explore the Hokkaido state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Sapporo?

The nearest airport to Sapporo is Sapporo Okadama Airport (OKD), roughly 6 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Sapporo?

Sapporo sits at an elevation of approximately 26 meters (85 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Hokkaido.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Sapporo?

The closest cities to Sapporo include Ebetsu, Ishikari, Kitahiroshima. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Sapporo today?

Today in Sapporo, sunrise is at 04:32 AM and sunset is at 06:48 PM, giving a day length of 14h 16m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Sapporo's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Sapporo from the Equator?

Sapporo is approximately 4,794 km (2,979 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 11,495 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Sapporo?

The antipodal point of Sapporo — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to La Paloma, Uruguay, roughly 1,632 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Sapporo from Tokyo, the capital of Japan?

Sapporo is approximately 833 km (517 mi) S of Tokyo, the national capital of Japan, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.