Chitose
Japan · HokkaidoJP
City in Hokkaido, Japan
Chitose is a city located in Ishikari Subprefecture, Hokkaido, Japan, and home to the New Chitose Airport, the biggest international airport in Hokkaido and closest airport to Sapporo, as well as the neighboring Chitose Air Base. As of February 1, 2024, the city had an estimated population of 97,919, with 52,196 households, and a population density of 165 persons per km2. The total area is 594.50 km2. The city was founded on July 1, 1958. The city is notable for having a Peace Pagoda, built by the Japanese Buddhist order Nipponzan Myohoji in 1978.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 92,323
- Coordinates
- 42.819, 141.652
- Timezone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Chitose
Travellers heading to Hokkaido, Japan will find Chitose, a mid-sized city. Its resident count stands at approximately 92,323. And it shows in how much there is to see. Plan around water sports, sports and adventure and you will not run out of ideas. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Chitose
Water Sports in Chitose
(7)Looking for water sports? Chitose has Canoeing, Jet Skiing, Kayaking, Paddle and Scuba Diving. The category holds 7 entries in our dataset. Straight from the activity profile stored for Chitose.
Sports in Chitose
(5)The sports shortlist for Chitose: Golf, Skiing, Slopes, Snow Tubing and Snowboard. It is a direct read of Chitose's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Adventure in Chitose
(2)For adventure, expect Adventure and Off Road Trails. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Chitose.
Culture in Chitose
(2)For culture, expect Mines and Mosques. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Chitose.
Nature in Chitose
(1)Nature lovers get Desert. It is a direct read of Chitose's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Wellness in Chitose
(1)Wellness lovers get Therms. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Chitose. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit Chitose
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. December to February is when winter sports come into play.
Getting there & around
A medium-sized centre, Chitose is best entered by regional transport and crossed on foot. Set your clock to Asia/Tokyo on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Chitose that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chitose known for?
- Travellers associate Chitose with water sports, sports and adventure. It sits in Hokkaido, Japan and counts about 92,323 residents.
- What can you do in Chitose?
- Chitose is tagged with Canoeing, Jet Skiing, Kayaking, Paddle and Scuba Diving, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Chitose?
- Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. December to February is when winter sports come into play.
- Where is Chitose located?
- Chitose belongs to Hokkaido, Japan, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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