Sapporo is the largest city on Hokkaido island and a popular destination for foreign tourists — particularly for skiing and winter sports — as well as a growing number of foreign residents. Its relative isolation from the main Japanese island means foreigners here should be especially prepared for emergencies. This guide covers emergency contacts, hospitals in Sapporo with foreign patient support, the regional immigration bureau, and resources available to the international community in Hokkaido.
Key Emergency Numbers in Sapporo
Police Emergency
110
24/7, say "English please"
Ambulance/Fire
119
24/7, interpreter available
Police Consultation (Sapporo)
#011-643-0110
Multilingual support
Japan Visitor Hotline
050-3816-2787
24/7, EN/ZH/KO/ES
Population
1.97M
Region
Hokkaido
Immigration
011-261-7502
Ward Office
Chuo Ward Office (Sapporo)