Models of Consciousness 6, Hokkaido University

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On this page, you find information about:

▸ The Conference Venue
▸ Accommodation
▸ Travel to/from Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan
▸ Details on the Social Programme

Conference Venue

The conference will take place at:

Clark Memorial Student Centre,
Hokkaido University,
7 Chome Kita 8 Jonishi, Kita Ward,
Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0808,
Japan

Google Maps – University Page

More details about the venue will be provided in the conference booklet, a pdf version of which will be available on this website shortly before the conference.

Accommodation

Hokkaido University attracts many visitors, and is located in a district of Sapporo that has a very high density of hotels.
Typically, hotel prices are competitive and, for those coming from Europe and the US, are notable less expensive than prices in the west.

The following map shows a few hotels on the south side of Hokkaido University near the conference location. Click HERE to see a larger scale map that shows many more hotels and their prices.

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Travelling to/from Hokkaido University

By Plane

When it comes to travelling to the conference venue the good news is that no one does travel infrastructure better than the Japanese. Those arriving via international flights will arrive at Sapporo (CTS) airport, which goes by the name of New Chitose Airport. The airport is around 35km south of Sapporo and is directly linked to the city by rail. See HERE for information on the airport rail link. You leave the train at Sapporo station, which is less than 1km from the conference venue, and is ideally placed for hotels.

By Train

As mentioned above, the conference venue is less than 1km from Sapporo station making travel to the venue by train the obvious option for those attending locally.

Excursion

In the tradition of earlier meetings, the first day of the conference (Tuesday 30^th September) is devoted to an excursion that allows participants to connect and discuss their ideas, research and interests on a one-to-one basis.

Option 1: Hiking in Hokkaido

Late September, early October, is the perfect time of year for hiking on the island of Hokkaido, north Japan. It’s considered the thing to do, with ideal temperatures and the Japanese countryside looking spectacular in autumn. The island with its volcanos and lakes is adorned with hiking trails; see Here. The conference organisers will choose a suitable trail for those who enjoy walking without over exertion. However, only choose this option if you are in general good health and are happy to walk five to twelve kilometres along paths that include inclines. Pickup and drop-off will be by conference coach from Sapporo, and a lunch pack will be provided.

Option 2: Hokkaido Museum of Modern Art

The Hokkaido Museum of Modern Art is a 35-minute walk, south west, from the conference venue; see Here. The museum provides a gateway to local art and culture, and is a cultural center for Hokkaido through its collections. The museum is a place of relaxation, learning and enrichment through the experience of enjoying art. This visit provides an ideal opportunity to discuss research and ideas while contemplating the artworks. The museum’s address is (Kita 1, Nishi 17, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 060-0001, Japan).

Conference Dinner

Participants are invited to join the conference dinner.

The dinner will either be held at a hotel or a restaurant depending on numbers. Details will be announced in the summer.

Attendance requires selecting the conference dinner option during online registration. Please see the registration page.

Socializing

Outside of conference activities, Sapporo, a city of over two million people, offers a host of opportunities for cultural and social activities. Stay tuned for details!

Contact

In case of any question, please do not hesitate to contact us at moc6-organisers@amcs.science.