Sapporo Share Cycle 'Porocle' to Begin Operations on April 5th (Sunday) at 10 AM. Two New Ports to be Established Near Nishi-Juhatchome Station on the Tozai Subway Line!

The share cycle service 'Porocle,' operating in the Sapporo city center, will begin its operations on April 5th (Sunday) at 10 AM with approximately 620 bicycles and over 60 ports, similar to last season. This season, while maintaining the same scale as last year, some bicycles will be updated to ensure a more comfortable user experience.

This year, new ports will be established near Nishi-Juhatchome Station on the Tozai Subway Line, an area in the western part of the city that has seen high demand. By expanding mobility options for citizens and tourists, we aim to make it easier to explore Sapporo. We will continue to provide a safe service.

On the day of the service commencement, from 10 AM, Chairman Mikiharu Arimura will be available for interviews at the '59_Miredo Station Front Port' (Chuo-ku, Kita 3 Nishi 3).

[Cumulative Member Registrations and Usage Frequency (by Year)]

In fiscal year 2025, cumulative member registrations exceeded 110,000, and usage frequency increased by 10% year-on-year to 562,947 times. In addition to daily use for commuting and shopping, the service was also utilized for sightseeing and leisure rides. For tourist plans (1-day pass), with the increasing number of foreign users year by year, multilingual usage guides and awareness campaigns for safe usage are being provided. Furthermore, initiatives are underway in collaboration with Hokkaido's professional sports teams to promote traffic safety for bicycles and encourage their utilization.

For Safe Bicycle Usage Starting April 1, 2026, the 'Traffic Violation Notification System (Blue Ticket)' will be applicable to bicycles. Knowing and adhering to bicycle rules is essential for protecting your own safety. Porocle will continue to work with all stakeholders to make Sapporo a city where everyone can travel with peace of mind.

Additionally, a campaign called 'Anzen Ouen Wari' (Safety Support Discount) is being held, offering Porocle members the opportunity to purchase bicycle helmets at a special discounted price. This initiative is in its third year for the 2026 season and is a collaboration between Porocle and Aeon Hokkaido Co., Ltd., who are committed to promoting safe bicycle use. The campaign aims to make helmets more accessible and encourage safe cycling habits.