Sapporo City partners with Global Destinations and ANA to attract Indian tourists

Global Destinations has formed a strategic partnership with Sapporo City and All Nippon Airways (ANA) to promote Sapporo, Hokkaido, as a travel destination for Indian tourists. This initiative responds to the growing interest among Indian travellers in visiting Japan, with Sapporo highlighted for its natural beauty, cultural experiences, and winter activities.

Tomonori Aoyama, Director General for Tourism & MICE Promotion Department of Sapporo City, also welcomed the collaboration, noting, "Sapporo is proud to collaborate with All Nippon Airways and Global Destinations to showcase the beauty and culture of our city to the Indian market. We look forward to sharing Sapporo’s magnificent nature, beautiful four colourful seasons, and delicious food and unique cultures with Indian travellers. This partnership is an important step in building a strong relationship between our city and the growing number of Indian tourists visiting Japan."

Speaking on this exciting partnership, Shigeru Ishimoto, General Manager of ANA Mumbai, said, "We are thrilled to collaborate with Sapporo City, Global Destinations to promote Sapporo as a premier travel destination for Indian tourists. Japan is seeing tremendous growth in interest from India, and we believe Sapporo, with its natural beauty and cultural richness, will resonate strongly with Indian travellers. ANA is committed to providing exceptional service and seamless connections between India and Japan, ensuring that travellers experience Japanese hospitality from the moment they board our flights.

Pranav Kapadia, Founder and Director of Global Destinations, shared his excitement about the collaboration, stating, "Sapporo is a hidden gem that we are eager to bring to the forefront for Indian travellers. From its snow-capped mountains to its rich culinary oƯerings, Sapporo has something for everyone. With All Nippon Airways' impeccable service and connectivity, and Global Destinations’ expertise in curating memorable experiences, we are confident this partnership will significantly enhance the appeal of Sapporo for the Indian market."
The partnership will include promotional activities such as networking with travel professionals, social media campaigns, and webinars to enhance awareness of Sapporo among Indian travellers. Additionally, the upcoming release of a Bollywood film showcasing Sapporo's landscapes in 2025 is expected to further increase interest in the city.