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Accommodations
HSI2023 offers a discount plan for HSI participants at hotels near Hokkaido University. (Updated: March 22)
DK HOUSE Sapporo (Minami 5 Jyo Nishi 13 Chome 2-8, Chuo-ku, Sapporo )
https://www.e-guesthouse.com/sapporo/
Accommodation Fees:
Type of rooms | Period | Special price | Normal price |
Standard room | 1 month | 41,000JPY | (Normal price: 51,000JPY) |
2 months | 80,500JPY | (Normal price: 100,000JPY) | |
One room (1K) |
1 month | 55,000JPY | (Normal price: 65,000JPY) |
2 months | 108,500JPY | (Normal price: 128,500JPY) |
*When applying, please make sure to mention that you will participate in Hokkaido Summer Institute.
*In addition to the above, a utility fee for the private room (actual expense) will be charged. Entrance fee (20,000 yen) is also waived for HSI participants.
*Reservations are made on a month-to-month basis, but if there are rooms available, you may apply to stay for less than one month. For a stay of less than one month, 1,350 yen per day (rent + common service fee), a utility fee for the private room and 5,000 yen for bedding rental fee (if necessary) will be charged.
* For more information, please visit the website.
Those who wish to make reservations for this accommodation should apply directly through the above website. For inquiries regarding reservations, please contact the above hotels directly. Hokkaido University is unable to provide information on reservations.
In addition to the above, there are many hotels near the university. As Sapporo is a major tourist destination, early booking of accommodation is advised. Applicants who make their own arrangement of accommodation will be asked to provide information on their place of stay on My Page for reference in the event of an emergency. |
See FAQ>Accommodation for further details.
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. For the locations of access points, check the Sapporo Campus Map. Click on “HU WiFi Spots” from the menu on the right side to show access points.
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 Center (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

Hokkaido University has several Co-op stores on campus, where food, daily necessities, books and other products are available. These stores accept cash or credit card payments. 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.
Welcome to Hokkaido University CO-OP
Seicomart

Hokkaido University has a convenience store chain Seicomart on campus, where food, daily necessities, books and other products are available on the first floor and seating area are available on the second floor. This store opens 24 hours and accept cash or credit card payments.
Restaurants and Cafeterias

Hokkaido University has several restaurants and cafeterias on campus, where students can enjoy Japanese and other cuisines at affordable prices. They accept only cash payment. The Chuo Shokudo cafeteria on the second floor offers halal menu options from 11:00 to 14:00 (subject to change).
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.
ATMs

Hokkaido University has ATMs (Japan Post Bank and Seven Bank) on campus. For the types of cards that can be used at these ATMs, please check the website of the bank concerned. Please note that only cash withdrawal service in Japanese yen is available, and that handling fees apply. Regarding the handling fees, please contact credit card issuer.
Opening hours:
Seven Bank’s ATMs: weekdays: 9:00 – 19:00; Saturdays: 10:00 – 15:00
Japan Post Bank’s ATMs: weekdays: 9:00 – 19:00
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)