Prayer times in Sapporo are calculated using standard Islamic methods. Times change daily based on the sun's position. For accurate timings, refer to the dynamic schedule on this page. The Qibla direction is essential for prayer orientation. Sapporo's timezone is Asia/Tokyo (UTC+9).
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Prayer times – Sapporo
Sapporo, Japan • Japan Time (UTC+9)
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Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Fajr
02:45
Sunrise
04:37
Dhuhr
11:41
Asr
15:33
Maghrib
18:42
Isha
20:26
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Sunrise
04:37
Sunset
18:42
Qibla
317.6°
Calculation Methods · Muslim World League
Calculation method based on Muslim World League criteria, used in many European and other countries, uses 18° for Fajr and 17° for Isha
Twilight Angles
Fajr 18 • Isha 17
Madhhab
Shafi
High Latitude Rule
Middle of the Night
Coordinates
43.0667°, 141.3500° • 26 m
Distance to Mecca
13,326 km
Timezone
Japan Time (UTC +9)
Sapporo
Nearby Mosques
≈ 1.2 km
Sapporo Masjid مسجد
4 Chome-1-29 Kita 14 Jonishi, Kita Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 001-0014, Japan
4.7 out of 5
4.7
≈ 6.5 km
Masjid Kitago 4 Jo
9 Chome-4-12 Kitago 4 Jo, Shiroishi Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 003-0834
≈ 32.5 km
Otaru Mosque مسجد
5 Chome-4-27 Inaho, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0032, Japan
4.8 out of 5
4.8
≈ 41.0 km
Prayer room Chitose Airport
Prayer room Chitose Airport Chitose, Hokkaido, Japan
4.9 out of 5
4.9
Local prayer guide
Sapporo Prayer Times
Find accurate prayer times for Sapporo, Japan. Stay updated with Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha timings based on your location.
Muslim Presence in Sapporo: Sapporo, the capital of Hokkaido, is home to a small but established Muslim community. Over the years, Muslims from diverse backgrounds have settled in the city, contributing to its multicultural fabric. While the community is not large, it has developed a stable presence, with prayer spaces and cultural activities that support daily religious practice.
Community Implantation: The Muslim community in Sapporo is centered around several prayer places. The most prominent is Sapporo Masjid مسجد, located at 4 Chome-1-29 Kita 14 Jonishi in the Kita Ward. This mosque serves as a key hub for prayers and community gatherings. Other mapped prayer places include Otaru Mosque in nearby Otaru, EBETSU MASJID in Ebetsu, and a prayer room at Chitose Airport, reflecting the spread of Muslim presence across the Sapporo metropolitan area.
Prayer-Time Orientation: Muslims in Sapporo observe the five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—according to the city's timezone, Asia/Tokyo. Prayer times vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by Sapporo's latitude. The Qibla direction and distance to Mecca are key for orientation during prayer. The calculation method used ensures accurate timings for the local community.
In Sapporo, prayer times shift significantly between seasons due to its northern latitude. Summers have early Fajr and late Isha, while winters see later Fajr and earlier Isha. These variations are natural and accounted for in the daily schedule.
Prayer Times This Month in August
Prayer times for the month of 31 in Sapporo range between 02:43 and 20:28, with approximate average times: Fajr Fajr 02:59, Dhuhr Dhuhr 11:38, Asr Asr 03:26, Maghrib Maghrib 06:28 and Isha Isha 08:07.
| Date | Fajr | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/11/2026 | 02:43 | 04:35 | 11:41 | 15:34 | 18:44 | 20:28 |
| 8/12/2026 | 02:45 | 04:37 | 11:41 | 15:33 | 18:42 | 20:26 |
| 8/13/2026 | 02:47 | 04:38 | 11:41 | 15:32 | 18:41 | 20:24 |
| 8/14/2026 | 02:48 | 04:39 | 11:40 | 15:32 | 18:39 | 20:22 |
| 8/15/2026 | 02:50 | 04:40 | 11:40 | 15:31 | 18:38 | 20:20 |
| 8/16/2026 | 02:52 | 04:41 | 11:40 | 15:30 | 18:36 | 20:18 |
| 8/17/2026 | 02:53 | 04:42 | 11:40 | 15:30 | 18:35 | 20:16 |
| 8/18/2026 | 02:55 | 04:43 | 11:40 | 15:29 | 18:33 | 20:14 |
| 8/19/2026 | 02:57 | 04:44 | 11:39 | 15:28 | 18:32 | 20:12 |
| 8/20/2026 | 02:58 | 04:45 | 11:39 | 15:27 | 18:30 | 20:10 |
| 8/21/2026 | 03:00 | 04:46 | 11:39 | 15:26 | 18:29 | 20:08 |
| 8/22/2026 | 03:02 | 04:47 | 11:39 | 15:26 | 18:27 | 20:06 |
| 8/23/2026 | 03:03 | 04:49 | 11:38 | 15:25 | 18:25 | 20:03 |
| 8/24/2026 | 03:05 | 04:50 | 11:38 | 15:24 | 18:24 | 20:01 |
| 8/25/2026 | 03:06 | 04:51 | 11:38 | 15:23 | 18:22 | 19:59 |
| 8/26/2026 | 03:08 | 04:52 | 11:38 | 15:22 | 18:20 | 19:57 |
| 8/27/2026 | 03:09 | 04:53 | 11:37 | 15:21 | 18:19 | 19:55 |
| 8/28/2026 | 03:11 | 04:54 | 11:37 | 15:20 | 18:17 | 19:53 |
| 8/29/2026 | 03:12 | 04:55 | 11:37 | 15:19 | 18:15 | 19:51 |
| 8/30/2026 | 03:14 | 04:56 | 11:36 | 15:18 | 18:14 | 19:49 |
| 8/31/2026 | 03:15 | 04:57 | 11:36 | 15:17 | 18:12 | 19:47 |