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The Famous Tabekko Doubutsu Biscuits Collaborate with an Urban Aquarium! Details and Highlights of "Tabekko Suizokukan meets AOAO SAPPORO"
AOAO SAPPORO, the popular new urban aquarium that opened in Sapporo in July 2023, is collaborating with the beloved "Tabekko Doubutsu" biscuits! The event, "Tabekko Suizokukan meets AOAO SAPPORO," will run for about three months starting from December 2023. Perfect for a winter vacation outing, let's dive into what this exciting event has in store.
- Event Period and Overview of "Tabekko Suizokukan meets AOAO SAPPORO"
- "Tabekko Suizokukan Friends Panels" and the "Wonder Book"
- Workshops and a Shop! The Limited-Time "Tabekko Room"
- The Tabekko Doubutsu Characters are Coming to AOAO SAPPORO!
- The "Wonder Tree," Filled with the Charm of Marine Life and Tabekko Suizokukan
Event Period and Overview of "Tabekko Suizokukan meets AOAO SAPPORO"
"Tabekko Doubutsu" are bite-sized, animal-shaped biscuits that have been a long-selling favorite for 45 years since their creation. Recently, they have gained popularity among a wide range of age groups, with themed concept cafes and pop-up stores opening across Japan.
The collaboration event, "Tabekko Suizokukan meets AOAO SAPPORO," features the "Tabekko Suizokukan" (Tabekko Aquarium) series and will be held for about three months from December 6, 2023 (Wed) to February 29, 2024 (Thu). The characters from "Tabekko Suizokukan" will explore the wonders and charms of various marine creatures.
Now, let's introduce the exciting content of the event!
"Tabekko Suizokukan Friends Panels" and the "Wonder Book"
During the event, "Tabekko Suizokukan Friends Panels" will appear in six locations throughout the aquarium. These panels feature the "Tabekko Suizokukan" characters introducing the highlights of each area in an easy-to-understand way. Additionally, a guidebook with a quiz rally, called the "Wonder Book," will be sold. It focuses on the creatures living in the aquarium, introducing their charms and mysteries.
■ Tabekko Suizokukan Friends Panels
Period: December 6, 2023 (Wed) – February 29, 2024 (Thu)
■ Wonder Book
Period: December 6, 2023 (Wed) – February 29, 2024 (Thu)
Sales Location: 4F Entrance at AOAO SAPPORO
Participation Fee: 500 yen (tax included) *Separate admission fee required
Workshops and a Shop! The Limited-Time "Tabekko Room"
The "Green Room" on the 6th floor, a botanical garden-like space for relaxation, will be transformed into the "Tabekko Room" for a limited time! It will feature a photo spot where you can take pictures with the "Tabekko Suizokukan" characters, a workshop to create an exclusive collaboration original tote bag, and a shop selling Tabekko Doubutsu merchandise and snacks. An exclusive collaboration clear file, only available here, is also scheduled to be on sale from mid-December.
■ Photo Spot
Period: December 6, 2023 (Wed) – February 29, 2024 (Thu)
Location: 6F Green Room
Fee: Free *Separate admission fee required
■ Workshop
Dates: Weekends and holidays during the event period *Held daily during the winter break period
Location: 6F Green Room
Fee: 1,200 yen (tax included) *Separate admission fee required
■ Shop
Period: December 6, 2023 (Wed) – February 29, 2024 (Thu)
Location: 6F Green Room
The Tabekko Doubutsu Characters are Coming to AOAO SAPPORO!
Mr. Crocodile and Mr. Chick from the "Tabekko Doubutsu" family will be making an appearance at AOAO SAPPORO! A meet-and-greet event will be held where you can enjoy taking commemorative photos with the characters.
■ Meet-and-Greet Event
Dates: December 6, 2023 (Wed) 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, December 24, 2023 (Sun) Time TBD
Location: 4F Entrance, 6F GREEN ROOM
Fee: Free *Separate admission fee required
The "Wonder Tree," Filled with the Charm of Marine Life and Tabekko Suizokukan
A giant, 3-meter-tall "Wonder Tree" will appear at the entrance, decorated with Tabekko Suizokukan characters and merchandise, as well as tags written by the animal care staff detailing the fascinating aspects of the marine creatures they've discovered.
■ Wonder Tree
Period: December 6, 2023 (Wed) – February 29, 2024 (Thu)
Location: 4F Entrance at AOAO SAPPORO
Fee: Free *Separate admission fee required
"Tabekko Suizokukan meets AOAO SAPPORO" is a long-running event lasting about three months! Be sure to visit with your family and friends during the kids' winter vacation or whenever it suits your schedule.
Tabekko Suizokukan meets AOAO SAPPORO

■ Dates: December 6, 2023 (Wed) - February 29, 2024 (Thu)
■ Venue: AOAO SAPPORO (moyuk SAPPORO 4F-6F, 20 Minami 2-jo Nishi 3-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo)
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AOAO SAPPORO
■ Address: moyuk SAPPORO 4F-6F, 20 Minami 2-jo Nishi 3-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo
■ Hours: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM (Last admission 9:00 PM) *Hours may vary by season
■ Closed: Open year-round *May close temporarily for facility maintenance
■ Admission Fee:
・Adult (High school student and older) 2,200 yen / 2,000 yen
・Child (Elementary/Middle school student) 1,100 yen / 1,000 yen
・Toddler (3 years and older) 200 yen
*Admission fees vary depending on the season
■ Access: 3-minute walk from Odori Subway Station / 1-minute walk from Tanukikoji Streetcar Station
■ Official Teaser Site: https://aoao-sapporo.blue
■ Official Instagram Account: @aoao_sapporo