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Sapporo's new sightseeing tool, the "Shared Taxi," is convenient and affordable! (PR)

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: Last updated: September 31, 2019

Table of contents

1. Advantages of shared taxis

2. Shall we try using a shared taxi service?

3. Conclusion

Sapporo sightseeing shared taxi

One of the biggest worries when traveling to Hokkaido in winter is "snow"!

While you can enjoy the typical winter scenery of Hokkaido, the slippery ground and the biting cold can make sightseeing a bit of a chore, to be honest.

That's where it was born
"Sapporo Sightseeing Shared Taxi"

It's a service that allows you to ride taxis as much as you want for a day for 3,000 yen per person.
This time, I'll introduce the charms of the "Sapporo Sightseeing Shared Taxi"!

<Table of Contents>
1. Advantages of shared taxis
2. Shall we try using a shared taxi service?
3. Conclusion

1. Advantages of shared taxis

Sapporo sightseeing, shared taxi, winter at Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill.
The difference between a shared taxi and a regular taxi is, as the name suggests...You may be sharing a ride with other passengers.matter andThe boarding and alighting locations are designated.point.

However, even though the pick-up and drop-off locations are predetermined, they are mainly hotels near major tourist spots and major train stations in Sapporo.You won't have any trouble getting around for most of the transportation you might expect when sightseeing in Sapporo..

Rather, places like Shiroi Koibito Park, Sapporo Hitsujigaoka Observation Deck, and Okurayama Ski Jump Stadium,Areas with many transfers or those requiring a short walk from the station are also used as pick-up and drop-off points for shared taxis.Therefore, you can enjoy sightseeing in Sapporo to the fullest.
Sapporo sightseeing, shared taxi, winter in Sapporo

Since it's a taxi, once you're in, you can leave everything to the driver and go straight to your next destination while sitting down, so you can relax and conserve your energy♪

The fact that there's no hassle with transfers or payments is also a great point!

If you have a full day to dedicate to sightseeing in Sapporo, this is a very cost-effective option.

2. Shall we try using a shared taxi service?

Sapporo Sightseeing Shared Taxi Pick-up/Drop-off Locations Map
To use the shared taxi service, you will need a smartphone (with internet access), pre-registration and payment, and a reservation on the day of use.

STEP 1: User Registration

User registration is →→hereFrom ←←
You need to set up an email address and password that you can receive emails at on your smartphone.

STEP 2 Payment

Once registration is complete, you can purchase a shared taxi usage pass (credit card payment only).
Please purchase one for each person you'll be traveling with.

STEP 3 Ride-hailing reservation

On the day of your trip, simply specify your desired pick-up location and time to make a reservation!
Look for the taxi that's the trademark of Ainori Taxi.

When boarding, simply show the driver your reservation screen on your smartphone!

Taxi service is available from 9:00 to 17:00 (reservations can be made from 8:00 to 16:30), so you can enjoy a full day of Sapporo!

3. Conclusion

Since you can ride taxis all day, you can use your limited time more meaningfully, for example, by thinking, "I'm kind of tired, let's head back to the hotel," or "I managed to get around surprisingly smoothly, let's go to one more place!"

This service is only available for a limited time, from January 25th to February 24th, 2019, so if you happen to be going to Sapporo during this period, please be sure to use it.

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