CAMPUS GUIDE MAP - Hokkaido University The Hokkaido University Museum The Museum was established in...
6 The Hokkaido University Museum The Museum was established in April 1999 to collect scientifically significant specimens and historic documents gathered across the University and to offer educational programs to students and the public. Over 4 million biological, geological, archaeological, and historic specimens are housed in this former science building. Visitors can also find Hokkaido University original souvenirs in the Museum Shop. Address: Kita 10, Nishi 8, Kita-ku, Sapporo Telephone: +81-(0)11-706-2658 Open: June to October (9:30-16:30) November to May (10:00-16:00) Closed: Monday Admission: Free 1 Sakushukotoni River The water in this ancient river began to decrease and finally dried up due to the development of the upper area of the river by mid last century. However, to celebrate the University's 125 th anniversary, the Sakushukotoni River was restored, and with support from local government, it began flowing again in 2004. Information Center & Elm Forest Shop (Elm no Mori) Located just inside the Hokkaido University main gate, this naturally lit center with café and outdoor patio is nestled appropriately in gorgeous green surroundings. It's the perfect spot for a coffee break, or place to drop in to source material on the University's history or prized research. The Center also carries original Hokkaido University merchandise. Address: Kita 8, Nishi 5, Kita-ku, Sapporo Telephone: +81 (0)11-707-4680 Open: 8:30 to 17:00 daily Closed: December 29 th to January 3 rd 4 Centennial Hall Built in 1977, the Centennial Hall houses an exhibition of 100 years of University history in the form of photographs and documents. Conference rooms provide venues for both faculty and alumni gatherings. 1 Conference Hall Built in 1985, Hokkaido University's Conference Hall is our principal venue for national and international academic exchange. The Hall is used for academic activities such as lectures, study meetings, seminars, conferences, and ceremonies. 14 Graduate School of Agriculture This building is often featured in University brochures as the representative building of Hokkaido University. Construction began 1935, but because of World War II, its completion was delayed until 1960. G Hokkaido University Main Gate Located about a 10min walk from Sapporo station, the grand 4.5 metre high granite clad pillars of the Main Gate have stood since 1939. Whilst being one of many entry points onto the campus, it is the main gate which welcomes hundreds of tourists each and every day. Hokkaido University Hakodate Campus Apx. 20 mins by Bus 101,2,123 15 mins by taxi to campus JR Hakodate Station 3 hours and 20 mins by express train 20 mins by bus 30 mins by taxi Hakodate Airport Getting to Hakodate Campus 7 mins walk to North 18 Gate 4 mins walk to North 13 Gate 7 mins walk to the Main Gate Kita 18 Station Kita 12 Station Subway Subway JR Sapporo Station JR Sapporo Station 70 mins by express bus 40 mins by the New Chitose Airport Nagoya Osaka Tokyo Nagoya Osaka Tokyo Getting to Sapporo Campus Hakodate Sapporo to Hokudai-Mae stop, then 2 mins walk to campus Airport Express 1 Hokkaido University Co-op The Hokkaido University Co-op is open from 8:00 to 19:00 weekdays and from 10:00 to 15:00 on Saturdays. Hokkaido University souvenirs and original items, such as t-shirts, stationery, and food items can be purchased here. CAMPUS GUIDE MAP Closed from April 2015 until July 2016 16 Botanic Garden Maintained by the School of Agriculture, the Botanic Garden was established in 1886 and is the oldest and second largest garden of this type in Japan. Today, it contains over 4,000 plant varieties including a diverse range of alpine species. Within the garden, there is a museum housing Ainu artifacts and many biological specimens. With such a central location, the garden is well worth a visit. Address: Kita 3, Nishi 8, Chuo-ku, Sapporo Telephone: +81-(0)11-221-0066 Open: April 29 th to November 3 rd Hours: April to September (9:00-16:00) October & November (9:00-15:30) Closed: Monday Admission: Adults - ¥420 / Children - ¥300 ＊ During the winter months, only the greenhouse remains open. For more details, please contact the Botanic Garden office. 2 2 Clark Memorial Student Center Opened in 1960, this building was designed to be a place serving students and today contains various student related support centers as well as a cafeteria. 8 4 Faculty House Trillium This center opened in May 1995 as a place for academic staff to meet in an informal atmosphere to promote education and research activities, staff welfare, and communication. It contains conference rooms, the Elm Restaurant, a lounge, and a gallery. 13 Enyu Gakusha Community Hall The Enyu Gakusha was built in order to facilitate interaction between the University and the local community through holding discourse and hosting events such as meetings, seminars, concerts, and parties. Gatherings for international students are held here on a regular basis. 5 6 Office of International Affairs / International Student Center The Office of International Affairs provides support services to international students and researchers in the form of professional counseling, Japanese Language instruction, and other essential services such as the use of study rooms with state of the art IT facilities, language laboratories, and a prayer space. Students can also enjoy a generous sized lounge, activities room, and outdoor patio to meet friends and relax. ENGLISH 2015 Subway Tozai Line Odori Park Clock Tower ● ● Main Gate ● Bust of Dr. William S. Clark Botanic Gardens JR Sapporo Sta. Subway Sapporo Sta. Subway Namboku Line ● 16 Nishi 11 Station Odori Station Hokkaido Government Bldg. Greenhouse Sapporo Campus Coniferous wood Rose Garden Herbaceous Plants Garden Northern Peoples Ethnnbotanical Garden Trillium Research Garden Arboretum Canadian Rock Garden Alpine Plants Garden Main Office (1st Fl.) Northern Peoples Museum (2nd Fl) Greenhouse Natural Woodland Miyabe Kingo Memorial Bldg. Main Museum Shrub Garden Main Entrance North Lawn ▲ Wetland Plants Garden Nursery Cherry wood Lilac Avenue Cultural Properties South Lawn 7 Monument to the First Artificial Snow Crystal On this area of the campus in 1936, Dr. Ukichiro Nakaya successfully produced the world's first artificial snow crystal. This discovery brought him the Japan Academy Prize, and helped pave the way for the establishment of Hokkaido University's renowned Institute of Low Temperature Science. 11 Popular Avenue Poplars were first planted within Sapporo Campus in 1903. These majestic giants draw throngs of tourists from both Hokkaido as well as greater Japan. In September 2004, a typhoon destroyed almost half of these giants, however support in the form of donations from many people helped restore some of the fallen trees, and also saw the planting of a new generation. 12 Gingko Avenue From the North 13 Gate westbound, lie 70 mature gingko trees along a 380m stretch of road. At the end of October each year scores of tourists come to see their brilliant orange hue as they drop their autumn leaves and gingko nuts as they ready for winter. 14 Site of Old Village In the 9 th and 10 th centuries a village was located in this area where people lived in pit dwellings and used Satsumon-style earthenware, a particular type found only in Hokkaido. About 30 examples of pit dwellings are preserved on this valuable site. 13 Heisei Popular Avenue The northern area of campus is home to a 300m stand of seventy stately poplar trees which were planted in October 2000 to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the establishment of Hokkaido University. 8 Ono Pond On the western side of the Central Road between the Graduate School of Engineering and Faculty House Trillium, lies Ono Pond. This small pond is beautiful all year round, but particularly stunning to see in summer with its ample bird life, and in autumn with the changing of the leaves. Keep yourself safe and the campus beautiful by following our simple rules. Office of International Affairs Kita 15, Nishi 8, Kita-ku, Sapporo, 060-0808, JAPAN Tel: +81-(0)11-706-8023 URL: http://www.hokudai.ac.jp/en/ E-mail: [email protected] ■ When possible refrain from driving into campus ■ Do not light campfires ■ Do not smoke on campus ■ Do not litter ■ The campus has very old growth trees - be wary of falling branches ■ If walking animals, be sure to keep them on a leash and pick up after them ■ Do not feed wild birds and animals 2 Central Lawn This picturesque gully of grassland, black alder, elm, and maple trees at the southern end of the campus is the University's most popular green space, covering 12,000m 2 . With the gentle flow of the Sakushukotoni River passing through it, it is the perfect spot for lunch or quiet contemplation. 5 Former School of Agriculture Library The was built in 1902, and for the 60-odd years until the present library building was built in 1965, it served as the Central Library, and then the Faculty of Agriculture Library until 1991. Currently, it houses the Center for Sustainability Science and Hokkaido University Press. 4 Elm Grove A popular spot to have barbecues in summer, this green space contains a large number of spectacular elm trees, many of them well over 100 years old. 3 Bust of Dr. William S. Clark The bust of the famous founding father of the University, Dr. W. S. Clark can be found on the north-western corner of the Central Lawn. The current bust is a close replica of the one produced for Hokkaido University's 50 th anniversary in 1926. Unfortunately, the original was melted down during WW Ⅱ but 5 years later, a project to recreate the original was commissioned. 15 Model Barn This important cultural property was built in 1877, based on Dr. Clark's belief that successful farming depended on spacious stables to shelter animals from the severe winter. The barn was one of 9 buildings, including a silo, bull-house, milking shed, and tool shed - all built in the style of 19 th century American barns. The buildings were relocated to their present site in 1910, and extensive restoration was carried out between 1977 and 1979. Information University Goods Shop Restaurant / Cafeteria Cafe AED Gate 5 Furukawa Hall Completed in 1909 the historical Furukawa Hall is a splendid example of French Renaissance Style architecture in Japan. Now registered as a cultural asset, the mansard roof and dormer windows on each wing along with the centered semi-circular arch window and turret display an elegance rarely seen on the streetscapes of contemporary Japan.
Transcript of CAMPUS GUIDE MAP - Hokkaido University The Hokkaido University Museum The Museum was established in...
6 The Hokkaido University Museum
The Museum was established in April 1999 to collect scientifically significant specimens and historic documents gathered across the University and to offer educational programs to students and the public. Over 4 million biological, geological, archaeological, and historic specimens are housed in this former science building.
Visitors can also find Hokkaido University original souvenirs in the Museum Shop.
Address: Kita 10, Nishi 8, Kita-ku, SapporoTelephone: +81-(0)11-706-2658Open: June to October (9:30-16:30) November to May (10:00-16:00)Closed: Monday Admission: Free
1Sakushukotoni River
The water in this ancient river began to decrease and finally dried up due to the development of the upper area of the river by mid last century. However, to celebrate the University's 125th anniversary, the Sakushukotoni River was restored, and with support from local government, it began flowing again in 2004.
Information Center & Elm Forest Shop (Elm no Mori)
Located just inside the Hokkaido University main gate, this naturally lit center with café and outdoor patio is nestled appropriately in gorgeous green surroundings. It's the perfect spot for a coffee break, or place to drop in to source material on the University's history or prized research. The Center also carries original Hokkaido University merchandise.
Address: Kita 8, Nishi 5, Kita-ku, SapporoTelephone: +81 (0)11-707-4680Open: 8:30 to 17:00 dailyClosed: December 29th to January 3rd
4Centennial Hall
Built in 1977, the Centennial Hall houses an exhibition of 100 years of University history in the form of photographs and documents. Conference rooms provide venues for both faculty and alumni gatherings.
1Conference Hall
Built in 1985, Hokkaido University's Conference Hall is our principal venue for national and international academic exchange. The Hall is used for academic activities such as lectures, study meetings, seminars, conferences, and ceremonies.
14Graduate School of Agriculture
This building is often featured in University brochures as the representative building of Hokkaido University. Construction began 1935, but because of World War II, its completion was delayed until 1960.
GHokkaido University Main Gate
Located about a 10min walk from Sapporo station, the grand 4.5 metre high granite clad pillars of the Main Gate have stood since 1939. Whilst being one of many entry points onto the campus, it is the main gate which welcomes hundreds of tourists each and every day.
Hokkaido UniversityHakodate Campus
Apx. 20 mins byBus 101,2,123
15 mins by taxi to campus
JR Hakodate Station3 hours and 20 mins
by express train
20 mins by bus
30 mins by taxi
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Getting to Hakodate Campus
7 mins walkto North 18 Gate
4 mins walkto North 13 Gate
7 mins walkto the
Main Gate
Kita 18Station
Kita 12 Station
Subway Subway
JR Sapporo Station
JR Sapporo Station
70 mins byexpress bus
40 mins bythe
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Chitose Airport
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Osaka
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Hakodate
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to Hokudai-Mae stop,then 2 mins walk to campus
Airport Express
1Hokkaido University Co-op
The Hokkaido University Co-op is open from 8:00 to 19:00 weekdays and from 10:00 to 15:00 on Saturdays. Hokkaido University souvenirs and original items, such as t-shirts, stationery, and food items can be purchased here.
CAMPUS GUIDE MAP
Closed from April 2015 until July 2016
16Botanic Garden
Maintained by the School of Agriculture, the Botanic Garden was established in 1886 and is the oldest and second largest garden of this type in Japan. Today, it contains over 4,000 plant varieties including a diverse range of alpine species. Within the garden, there is a museum housing Ainu artifacts and many biological specimens. With such a central location, the garden is well worth a visit.
Address: Kita 3, Nishi 8, Chuo-ku, SapporoTelephone: +81-(0)11-221-0066Open: April 29th to November 3rd Hours: April to September (9:00-16:00) October & November (9:00-15:30)Closed: MondayAdmission: Adults - ¥420 / Children - ¥300＊During the winter months, only the greenhouse remains open.
For more details, please contact the Botanic Garden o¦ce.
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Clark Memorial Student Center
Opened in 1960, this building was designed to be a place serving students and today contains various student related support centers as well as a cafeteria.
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Faculty House Trillium
This center opened in May 1995 as a place for academic staff to meet in an informal atmosphere to promote education and research activities, staff welfare, and communication. It contains conference rooms, the Elm Restaurant, a lounge, and a gallery.
13Enyu Gakusha Community Hall
The Enyu Gakusha was built in order to facilitate interaction between the University and the local community through holding discourse and hosting events such as meetings, seminars, concerts, and parties. Gatherings for international students are held here on a regular basis.
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O�ce of International Affairs / International Student Center
The O¦ce of International Affairs provides support services to international students and researchers in the form of professional counseling, Japanese Language instruction, and other essential services such as the use of study rooms with state of the art IT facilities, language laboratories, and a prayer space. Students can also enjoy a generous sized lounge, activities room, and outdoor patio to meet friends and relax.
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Bust of Dr. William S. Clark
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Rose Garden
Herbaceous Plants Garden
Northern PeoplesEthnnbotanicalGarden
TrilliumResearch Garden
Arboretum
Canadian Rock Garden
Alpine Plants Garden
Main Office (1st Fl.) Northern Peoples Museum (2nd Fl)
Greenhouse
Natural Woodland
Miyabe Kingo Memorial Bldg.
Main Museum
Shrub Garden
Main Entrance
North Lawn
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Wetland Plants
Garden
Nursery
Cherry wood
Lilac Avenue
Cultural Properties
South Lawn
7Monument to the First Artificial Snow Crystal
On this area of the campus in 1936, Dr. Ukichiro Nakaya successfully produced the world's first artificial snow crystal. This discovery brought him the Japan Academy Prize, and helped pave the way for the establishment of Hokkaido University's renowned Institute of Low Temperature Science.
11Popular Avenue
Poplars were first planted within Sapporo Campus in 1903. These majestic giants draw throngs of tourists from both Hokkaido as well as greater Japan. In September 2004, a typhoon destroyed almost half of these giants, however support in the form of donations from many people helped restore some of the fallen trees, and also saw the planting of a new generation.
12Gingko Avenue
From the North 13 Gate westbound, lie 70 mature gingko trees along a 380m stretch of road. At the end of October each year scores of tourists come to see their brilliant orange hue as they drop their autumn leaves and gingko nuts as they ready for winter.
14Site of Old Village
In the 9th and 10th centuries a village was located in this area where people lived in pit dwellings and used Satsumon-style earthenware, a particular type found only in Hokkaido. About 30 examples of pit dwellings are preserved on this valuable site.
13Heisei Popular Avenue
The northern area of campus is home to a 300m stand of seventy stately poplar trees which were planted in October 2000 to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the establishment of Hokkaido University.
8Ono Pond
On the western side of the Central Road between the Graduate School of Engineering and Faculty House Trillium, lies Ono Pond. This small pond is beautiful all year round, but particularly stunning to see in summer with its ample bird life, and in autumn with the changing of the leaves.
Keep yourself safe and the campus beautiful by following our simple rules.
O¦ce of International AffairsKita 15, Nishi 8, Kita-ku, Sapporo, 060-0808, JAPAN
Tel: +81-(0)11-706-8023URL: http://www.hokudai.ac.jp/en/
E-mail: [email protected]
■ When possible refrain from driving into campus ■ Do not light campfires■ Do not smoke on campus■ Do not litter■ The campus has very old growth trees - be wary of
falling branches■ If walking animals, be sure to keep them on a leash
and pick up after them■ Do not feed wild birds and animals
2Central Lawn
This picturesque gully of grassland, black alder, elm, and maple trees at the southern end of the campus is the University's most popular green space, covering 12,000m2. With the gentle flow of the Sakushukotoni River passing through it, it is the perfect spot for lunch or quiet contemplation.
5Former School of Agriculture Library
The was built in 1902, and for the 60-odd years until the present library building was built in 1965, it served as the Central Library, and then the Faculty of Agriculture Library until 1991. Currently, it houses the Center for Sustainability Science and Hokkaido University Press.
4Elm Grove
A popular spot to have barbecues in summer, this green space contains a large number of spectacular elm trees, many of them well over 100 years old.
3Bust of Dr. William S. Clark
The bust of the famous founding father of the University, Dr. W. S. Clark can be found on the north-western corner of the Central Lawn. The current bust is a close replica of the one produced for Hokkaido University's 50th anniversary in 1926. Unfortunately, the original was melted down during WWⅡ but 5 years later, a project to recreate the original was commissioned.
15Model Barn
This important cultural property was built in 1877, based on Dr. Clark's belief that successful farming depended on spacious stables to shelter animals from the severe winter. The barn was one of 9 buildings, including a silo, bull-house, milking shed, and tool shed - all built in the style of 19th century American barns. The buildings were relocated to their present site in 1910, and extensive restoration was carried out between 1977 and 1979.
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University Goods Shop
Restaurant / CafeteriaCafe
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5Furukawa Hall
Completed in 1909 the historical Furukawa Hall is a splendid example of French Renaissance Style architecture in Japan. Now registered as a cultural asset, the mansard roof and dormer windows on each wing along with the centered semi-circular arch window and turret display an elegance rarely seen on the streetscapes of contemporary Japan.
Information
University Goods Shop
Restaurant / Cafeteria Cafe
AED Gate
Athletics Track
Hockey/HandballField
Soccer/RugbyField
BaseballField
Tennis Courts
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North 18Gate
North 13Gate
BaseballField
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University OrganizationAdministration BureauFront O�ce for Human Resource Education and DevelopmentHokkaido University HospitalDental Clinical Division of Hokkaido University HospitalInternational Student CenterO�ce of International AffairsAdmission CenterInstitute for the Advancement of Higher Education
Graduate Schools, Faculties and SchoolsGraduate School of LettersGraduate School of LawGraduate School of Economics and Business AdministrationGraduate School of EducationGraduate School of International Media, Communication and Tourism StudiesGraduate School of Public PolicyGraduate School of MedicineGraduate School of Dental MedicineGraduate School of Veterinary MedicineGraduate School of Health SciencesGraduate School of Information Science and Technology
Graduate School of Environmental ScienceGraduate School of ScienceGraduate School of AgricultureGraduate School of Life ScienceGraduate School of EngineeringGraduate School of Chemical Sciences and EngineeringFaculty of Pharmaceutical SciencesFaculty of Advanced Life Science
＊The Graduate School of Fisheries Sciences is located on the Hakodate Campus
Research Institutes & CentersCenter for Ainu & Indigenous StudiesCenter for Sustainability ScienceHokkaido University ArchivesSlavic-Eurasian Research CenterCenter for Experimental Research in Social SciencesInformation Initiative Center North / South Bldgs.Archaeological Research CenterCenter for Environmental and Health SciencesField Science Center for Northern BiosphereResearch Center for Integrated Quantum ElectronicsProton Beam Therapy Center
Research and Education Center for Brain ScienceInstitute for Genetic MedicineCentral Institute of Isotope ScienceFrontier Research in Applied Sciences Bldg.Environmental Preservation CenterCenter for Language LearningCenter for Advanced Tourism StudiesThe Open University of Japan; Hokkaido Study CenterHealth Care Center
Research Institutes / Centers (North Campus Area)Creative Research Institution (CRIS)Center for Innovation and Business Promotion, Institute for the Promotion of Business-Regional CollaborationHokkaido Collaboration CenterCenter for Food & Medical Innovataion, Institute for the Promotion of Business-Regional CollaborationShionogi Innovation Center for Drug DiscoveryPlatform for Research on Biofunctional Molecules (PRBM)Frontier Research Center for Post-Genome Science and TechnologyArctic Research CenterCatalysis Research CenterResearch Institute for Electronic ScienceGreen Nanotechnology Research CenterResearch Center for Zoonosis ControlInstitute of Low Temperature ScienceVeterinary Teaching Hospital
FacilitiesConference HallClark Memorial Student CenterCareer CenterCentennial HallFurukawa HallHumanities and Social Sciences Classroom BuildingKodomonosono NurseryFaculty House TrilliumExperimental FarmsStudent ServicesMultimedia Education BuildingGymEnyu Gakusha Community HallSports Training Center
LibrariesUniversity LibraryNorth Library
DormsHokkaido University International House Kita 8(Kita 8 Nishi 11)Keiteki-Ryo Student Dormitory (Kita 18 Nishi 13)Hokkaido University International House Kita 23(Kita 23 Nishi 13)Foreign Scholars' Accommodation(Kita 24 Nishi 12)
Tourist SpotsSakushukotoni RiverCentral LawnBust of Dr. William S. ClarkElm GroveFormer School of Agriculture LibraryThe Hokkaido University Museum (Closed until July 2016)Monument to First Artificial Snow CrystalOno PondMonument in Honor of Dr. Inazo NitobeFlowering Tree GardenPoplar AvenueGingko AvenueHeisei Poplar AvenueSite of Old VillageModel BarnBotanic Garden
Cafeterias / Restaurants / StoresInformation Center & Elm Forest ShopHokkaido University Co-opClark CafeteriaChuo Cafeteria, HU Co-opElm RestaurantRestaurant RoyalHokubu Cafeteria, HU Co-opRestaurant Popular
｛Facts about Hokkaido University
(as of May 2015)■ Established 1876 as Sapporo Agricultural College■ Hokkaido University is a comprehensive University
with a 12 Undergraduate Schools, 18 Graduate Schools, and 22 Research Institutes and Centers
■ Total Area of Sapporo Campus: 1,776,249m2 (the equivalent of 38 Tokyo Domes!)
■ Staff: 3,961■ Total Students: 17,939
(including 1,637 international students from 95 countries/regions)
■ Total International Partnerships: 413 agreements in place from 57 countries/regions)
■ For more detailed information, type ‘Hokkaido University Guidebook’ into any search engine.
Hokkaido UniversitySapporo Campus
AED equipped facility
