1 Enjoy the winter fireworks from Mt. Okura at "Mt. Okura Winter Fireworks 2024 supported by Takeda GEAD" (Sapporo City)

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Gorgeous fireworks will be launched into the night sky from the Okurayama Ski Jump Stadium, marking the beginning of winter in Hokkaido. Food trucks will be lined up at the venue, offering delicious gourmet food, and the Sapporo Olympic Museum will be open to the public for free, exclusively for those who watch the fireworks. With a full range of content that will allow you to enjoy the event even while you wait, be sure to experience this early Christmas present from Okurayama.

2 Hakodate Christmas Fantasy: A major event that colors Christmas in Hakodate (Hakodate City)

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Hakodate Christmas Fantasy is a major winter event in Hakodate, and the area in front of the Red Brick Warehouses is transformed into a Christmas spectacle. A giant Christmas tree floats on the sea in front of the Red Brick Warehouses, and the decorated illuminations beautifully decorate the venue.

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There will be lots of Christmas decorations, such as the "Premium Red Tree" where the tree will be dyed red for 15 minutes three times a day, and fireworks that will be launched every day from 6:00 p.m. There will also be a soup bar, perfect for warming up your cold body.

3 The Hiroo Manpuku Festival (55th Hiroo Hairy Crab Festival) is full of delicious local foods from Hiroo, including hairy crabs and shishamo (smelt) (Hiroo Town)

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The popular event in Hiroo Town, "Hiroo Hairy Crab Festival," will be held again this year as "Hiroo Manpuku Festival." The delicious flavors of Hiroo Town, such as hairy crab, shishamo, salmon roe, and fresh salmon rolls, will be gathered at the venue. Of course, you can enjoy plenty of them on the spot.

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There will also be a luxurious "crab eating contest" where participants compete to see how much hairy crab they can eat within the time limit, and a raffle to win local specialties. From gourmet food to attractions, enjoy the seasonal flavors of Hiroo Town.

4 Drones cast a spell over the night sky of Kamishihoro Town at the "Kamishihoro Christmas Drone Show 2024" (Kamishihoro Town)

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The largest drone show in Hokkaido, using 500 drones, will be held in Kamishihoro Town. At the climax, fireworks are scheduled to be launched, making the winter night sky even more beautiful. Tokachi gourmet food will be sold at the outdoor venue, and there is also a plan with special viewing seats at the indoor restaurant, so it is recommended to enjoy dinner while taking in the night sky.

5 "Tokachi Seafood Festival" (Obihiro City) where Tokachi's proud seafood products are lined up in a row

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The Tokachi Seafood Festival, held for the first time in five years, will feature a large collection of Tokachi's proud seafood, including boiled hairy crabs, salmon roe with soy sauce, salmon rice sushi, and boiled octopus. These items are sure to be a hit not only for home use, but also as a year-end gift.

6 Amber Night and Marche, a market and workshop held at a venue decorated with a colorful tree (Otofuke Town)

Image source: Tokachigawa Onsen Ryokan Association

A sparkling amber tree has appeared at the roadside station Garden Spa Tokachigawa Onsen. The symbolic tree, incorporating motifs of nature, agriculture, animals, and other elements unique to Tokachi, shines in the amber color that symbolizes the mall hot springs. Visitors will be given a set of Tokachi sake (or soft drink) and snacks. There will also be stalls selling Tokachi food and handicrafts, as well as workshops.

7 Experience making parfaits and ornaments at "Rumoi x Nordic Festival Rumoi de Christmas" (Rumoi City)

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This is an experience event held at the Rumoi Roadside Station. It is divided into two parts: the "Nordic x Wood Education Project" where you can experience the Mölkky Experience Challenge and making a stool, and the "Christmas Project" where you can make an original parfait with Christmas ornaments, fruits, and cream. It's perfect for a weekend outing for parents and children.

8 End the year with a disco party at the "Year End Disco Party" (Muroran City)

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A disco party hosted by the Muroran Disco Lovers Club, a group of disco music lovers. The club has held five events since its inception, and this will be the last one of the year. You can join with friends or coworkers, or just show up on the day. Why not end the year with some disco music with your friends?

9 "Christmas Dinner Buffet 2024" (Sapporo City) also features live performances by professional artists

Image source: Sapporo Tokyu Hotels Co., Ltd.

A special Christmas dinner buffet will be held at the Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel, located near Susukino Station on the Sapporo Municipal Subway. A variety of menus perfect for Christmas will be served at the hotel's restaurant "Southwest" on the first floor.

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The main menu includes three dishes: meat, fish, and dessert, and live music by professional artists will make the Christmas atmosphere even more special. There are also dishes that even small children can enjoy, such as fried chicken and chocolate fondue, so it is recommended for Christmas dinners with couples, friends, and even families.

10 A stage where children can shine "Charity Children's Musical -TREE is TRUE-" (Sapporo City)

Image source: Mevic Theater Company

A charity musical for children, performed by children from 5 years old to high school students belonging to the Mevic Theater Company. It is a true story about three trees, the main characters of which are three trees that grow up to pursue their dreams. Based on the theater company's desire to "give children the experience of being in the spotlight in their lives," please come and see the children shining as they perform on the big stage.