Accommodations

Since it is difficult to secure rooms in the student dormitories at Hokkaido University for students who intend to stay for a short period of time, participating students are expected to make their own arrangements for private accommodations.

Due to the recent popularity of summer tourism in Hokkaido, commercial accommodations are expected to be crowded, so applicants should make reservations for accommodations well in advance, either at the time of application, or when considering application. In the past, there were cases of students who only started looking for accommodations just before coming to Japan and who then had difficulty securing accommodations, forcing them to pay for expensive accommodations.

Information on commercial accommodations that have been used by past participants is available on the HSI website. Please refer to this information to make your accommodation arrangements.

Please note that use of the accommodations listed on the HSI website is not arranged by Hokkaido university, and the university is not responsible for reservations, cancellations, or any other problems concerning the accommodations.

Accommodation List

Within one week after notification of the screening results, you are required to submit documents, such as a hotel reservation confirmation sheet or an e-mail confirming the reservation, on your “My Page,” showing that you have secured a place to stay.

Campus Facilities

Campus map

Campus Map

Wi-Fi

Students can access the Internet with their own laptop/tablet computers or other devices via wireless access points on campus. The ID and password necessary for access will be provided on My Page before arrival on campus.

Health Care Center

Hokkaido University’s Health Care Center provides medical checkups, health consultation and primary care for non-life threatening conditions to students and staff. If you have any concerns about your health, feel free to contact the Health Care Center. For more information, please click on the URL below.
Health Care (HU Website)

Libraries

Hokkaido University has two major libraries where books, journals, newspapers and other publications are available for open viewing. PCs, copiers, study spaces and other resources are also available at these libraries. Hokkaido Summer Institute (HSI) students may enter the libraries with the Library cards they receive upon arrival at HU, but certain procedures must be followed to borrow library materials.
HU also has departmental libraries. For more information, please see the Hokkaido University Library website.
Hokkaido University Library

Hokkaido University Co-op

The University Co-op provides many convenient places to dine and shop. In addition to food and drinks, stationary items, University-branded clothing and gifts, and many more items can be purchased at these stores. ATMs can also be found in selected shops. For the locations of Co-op stores, check the Sapporo Campus Map. Click on “Shops” from the menu on the right side to show the stores.
Hokkaido University CO-OP

Seicomart

Seicomart is located across the Central Cafeteria, next to the Sakushukotoni River. It is a two-story building that has an information corner on the first floor. Visitors can purchase not only food and beverages but also Hokkaido University merchandise. The second floor has an indoor and an outdoor dining space where customers can relax while enjoying the campus’ view.
The store is open 24 hours.

7-Eleven

7-Eleven is located on the north side of the Entrance Hall on the first floor of the Frontier Research in Applied Sciences Building, next to the Student Exchange Station. Opening hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. ATMs and copy machines are available. There is a corner dedicated for Hokkaido University official merchandise.

Restaurants and Cafeterias

Hokkaido University has several restaurants and cafeterias on campus, where students can enjoy Japanese and other cuisines at affordable prices. Some cafeterias also feature a Halal menu.
For the opening hours and locations of restaurants and cafeterias, check the Sapporo Campus Map. Click on “Dining” from the menu on the right side to show their locations.

Sports Facilities

Hokkaido University has several sports facilities, including a gymnasium and a sports training center. These facilities are available to Hokkaido Summer Institute (HSI) students.
For more information, please click on the URL below.
Sport and Recreation (HU Website)