Former Hokkaido Government Office

The Former Hokkaido Government Office, known as the “Red Brick Office,” is one of Sapporo’s best-known historic landmarks. Built in 1888 in a Western-style design, it reflects Hokkaido’s early development during the Meiji era. Visitors come for its distinctive red-brick architecture, landscaped grounds, and small museum exhibits on regional history. Located near central Sapporo, it is an easy stop for those interested in architecture, local history, or a short walk in a pleasant setting.