Sapporo Independent Christian Church, Sapporo

#62 among attractions in Sapporo

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The Sapporo Independent Christian Church is a church located in Sapporo, Japan. It was founded in 1881 by students of William S. Clark at the Sapporo Agricultural College. These students became known as the "Sapporo band" of Christians. Although Clark had returned to the United States by the time the church was founded, he supported it financially and corresponded with its members through letters. Members of the church include Uchimura Kanzō, who went on to found the non-church movement, and Nitobe Inazō, who became president of the Tokyo Women's Christian College, an under-secretary at the League of Nations, and was the author of Bushido: The Soul of Japan. ()

Local name: 札幌独立キリスト教会 Coordinates: 43°4'24"N, 141°19'26"E

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Sapporo Independent Christian Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Hokkaido University Museum, Odori Park, Hokkaidō Prefectural Board of Education, Hokkaido Museum of Modern Art.

0.9 miE
Museum
Hokkaido University Museum, Sapporo
24 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sapporo, the Hokkaido University Museum offers a captivating journey through the natural and scientific heritage of Japan's northernmost main island. Established as part of one of the country's leading educational institutions, this museum is a...
1.5 miSE
Leafy green space with year-round events
Odori Park, Sapporo
38 min walk • Odori Park, the verdant heart of Sapporo, Japan, is a sprawling urban oasis stretching 1.5 kilometers across the city center. Established in 1871, this expansive park serves as a communal hub, a place where nature, culture, and city life converge.
1.3 miSE
City hall
Hokkaidō Prefectural Board of Education, Sapporo
34 min walk • The Hokkaidō Prefectural Board of Education, situated in the bustling city of Sapporo, Japan, is a pivotal institution overseeing the educational framework of Hokkaidō, the northernmost prefecture of the country. This governmental body is responsible for formulating...
0.9 miS
Museum, Art museum
Hokkaido Museum of Modern Art, Sapporo
25 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sapporo, the Hokkaido Museum of Modern Art stands as a beacon of cultural sophistication in Japan's northernmost prefecture. This esteemed institution is dedicated to the celebration and preservation of modern art, with a special focus on...
~1730 ftN
Sport venue, Sport, Horse track
Sapporo Racecourse, Sapporo
9 min walk • Nestled in the verdant surroundings of Sapporo, the Sapporo Racecourse is a premier sport venue that draws horse racing enthusiasts from across Japan and beyond. As a hub of high-stakes equine competition, this racecourse offers a unique blend of adrenaline...
1.2 miSE
Museum, Garden, Park
Hokkaido University Botanical Gardens, Sapporo
31 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sapporo, the Hokkaido University Botanical Gardens offer a serene retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. As a living museum, these gardens boast a rich collection of flora, showcasing over 4,000 species of plants in meticulously...
0.8 miNE
Universities and schools
Hokkaido University, Sapporo
21 min walk • Hokkaido University, or Hokudai, is a Japanese national university in Sapporo, Hokkaido. It was the fifth Imperial University in Japan, which were established to be the nation's finest institutions of higher education or research.
0.7 miE
View point
Poplar Allée, Sapporo
19 min walk • The Hokkaido University poplar avenue is a path lined with poplar trees, situated in the Hokkaido University campus in Sapporo, Japan. It extends from the back of the Psychology Department to the first of Hokkaido University's farms.
0.9 miW
Music venue
Penny Lane 24, Sapporo
23 min walk • Penny Lane 24 is a 500-capacity live music venue located in Sapporo, Japan. It opened in 1990 and has hosted artists such as Uriah Heep, Bad Religion, Impellitteri and Foo Fighters.
1.4 miSE
Historic government building and museum
Former Hokkaidō Government Office, Sapporo
36 min walk • The facilities of the former Hokkaidō Government Office in Sapporo, Japan, include a conference room, a museum shop, a tourist information office, and a few historical exhibition rooms and libraries. Visitors can enter the building for free.
1.6 miSW
Museum, Art museum
Miyanomori Art Museum, Sapporo
41 min walk • Miyanomori Art Museum is a museum of contemporary art located in Sapporo, Japan, that was established in April 2006 and is now closed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Sapporo Independent Christian Church?

Nearby attractions include Sapporo Racecourse, Sapporo (9 min walk), Chūō-ku, Sapporo (14 min walk), Poplar Allée, Sapporo (19 min walk), Hokkaido University, Sapporo (21 min walk).

How to get to Sapporo Independent Christian Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to Sapporo Independent Christian Church:

Bus

Kita 11 nishi 18 • Lines: 52 (6 min walk)
Sapporo Jogai ichiba • Lines: 52 (7 min walk)

Train

Sōen (12 min walk)
Hachiken (25 min walk)

Metro

Nijuyonken • Lines: T (15 min walk)
Nishi-28-Chome • Lines: T (25 min walk)

Tram

Nishi-Jūgo-Chōme • Lines: Sc (34 min walk)
Chūō-Kuyakusho-Mae • Lines: Sc (36 min walk)