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10 Things to Do at
ES CON FIELD HOKKAIDO
More than a ballgame — a full ballpark experience for your Hokkaido trip
One of the most talked-about spots in Hokkaido right now is ES CON FIELD HOKKAIDO. It's best known as the home of the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters, but it's far more than just a place to watch baseball. Food, hot springs, sauna, stadium tours, and activities make this a full "ballpark" experience worth visiting even on a day with no game. Here are 10 things worth doing when you visit.
1Start by taking in the sheer size of the stadium
The first thing that strikes most visitors is just how large the stadium is. With its retractable roof and natural grass field, the scale is impressive both from outside and once you step in. Even on non-game days, you can walk around the stadium grounds and enjoy the food. It's worth a visit even if you're not particularly into baseball.
2Take a stadium tour to areas you wouldn't normally see
Guided tours take you behind the scenes and through areas normally off-limits, while covering the stadium's structure and the Fighters' history along the way. It's a great option for visitors who want a different perspective on the ballpark beyond just watching a game.
3The "SKY WALK," about 70m above the ground
A standout new activity that debuted in 2026 is the "ES CON FIELD SKY WALK." Walk along a catwalk at the very top of the stadium and take in the view from roughly 70m up. It's a slightly thrilling way to see the ballpark from a height you'd never normally experience.
4Watch players warm up before the game
On game days, there are options to watch players' pre-game practice up close. Seeing players you normally only see on TV from right beside the field is a treat unique to visiting the ballpark in person.
5Walk the field after the game
Timing permitting, you can join a post-game "ground walk" and step onto the very field the players were competing on just moments earlier — a genuinely rare experience. It's a highlight for baseball fans, and also a great pick for family trips with kids. Availability depends on the date and conditions, so check the official information before you visit.
6Dig into Hokkaido's food scene
The stadium is home to a wide range of restaurants and food stalls serving Hokkaido specialties — sushi, meat dishes, ramen, sweets, and more. It's a great destination for food-focused exploring on its own. Visiting with the mindset of "spending the whole day here" rather than just "watching a game" is a great way to enjoy it.
7Relax at "そらとしば by よなよなエール" with a view of the field
Another popular spot inside the stadium is "そらとしば by よなよなエール," where you can enjoy food and drinks while looking out over the field — a space you won't find anywhere else. It's a great place to visit at a relaxed pace even on non-game days.
8Unwind at the hot spring and sauna
Near ES CON FIELD is the bathing facility "tower eleven onsen & sauna." After a day of walking around the game or sightseeing, relaxing in a hot spring or sauna is a great way to unwind. The combination of "ballpark plus onsen" is hard to find at an ordinary baseball stadium.
9Bring the kids along
F Village, the area surrounding ES CON FIELD, also has facilities designed for children, including "PLAYLOT," a play space by Bornelund. There's plenty for kids to enjoy even if they're not interested in baseball, making it easy for the whole family to have a good day out.
10Catch ES CON FIELD with the roof open
ES CON FIELD has a retractable roof. On days when it's open, the combination of Hokkaido's blue sky and the natural grass field creates a genuinely special atmosphere — on a clear day, it feels like an open-air stadium. Taking photos, enjoying the food, or simply strolling around make for a day unlike any other.
ES CON FIELD Is a Place to Spend the Whole Day
- Stadium tour
- SKY WALK
- Ground walk
- Pre-game practice viewing
- Hokkaido food
- Hot spring & sauna
- Activities for kids
- Shopping
- Open-roof stadium
- Exploring F Village
Rather than just "going to watch a game," consider building your trip around "spending a full day at ES CON FIELD."
From Sapporo or New Chitose Airport to ES CON FIELD
Wondering how to get there from New Chitose Airport, or from your hotel in Sapporo?
A private charter taxi is convenient if you have large luggage like suitcases, or you're traveling as a family or group.
It's also a great option if you'd like to make the most of your sightseeing time.
Beyond sightseeing in Sapporo or Otaru, why not add ES CON FIELD as a new destination on your Hokkaido trip? It's a great fit for baseball fans, food lovers, onsen enthusiasts, and families alike. Take a full day to enjoy everything ES CON FIELD and F Village have to offer.