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Go here for the weekend! 3 recommended weekend events in Sapporo [December 21st to December 22nd, 2024]

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If you are thinking of going somewhere this weekend, this is a must-see! The last weekend of the Christmas season will feature Christmas concerts, Christmas markets, and exhibitions of classic anime. Here are three recommended events for the weekend of December 21st (Sat) to 22nd (Sun).

EVENT 1 "Moere's White Christmas" is a Christmas music event set in a glass pyramid.

Moere's White Christmas

The annual Christmas concert held every year at Moerenuma Park will be held again this year! At the glass pyramid, live performances by musicians active in Sapporo, including jazz and classical music, will be held. Why not spend a special time at Moerenuma Park, surrounded by a space of warm sounds spreading out among the white snow?

Moere's White Christmas

■Date and time: Saturday, December 21st to Sunday, December 22nd, 2024, 13:00-17:00 (doors open at 12:45) ■Fee: Free (first 250 people each day) ■Venue: Moerenuma Park Glass Pyramid (1-1 Moerenuma Park, Higashi-ku, Sapporo) Click here for details and maps for "Moere's White Christmas"

EVENT 2 An exhibition of the classic anime that Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata were involved in, "50th Anniversary Special Project: Heidi, Girl of the Alps Exhibition"

50th Anniversary Special Project: Heidi, Girl of the Alps Exhibition

An exhibition commemorating the 50th anniversary of the airing of the classic anime "Heidi, Girl of the Alps" that was broadcast on TV in the 1970s is being held at the Daimaru Sapporo store. The exhibition will provide detailed explanations of the charm of the natural beauty and rich culture of the Swiss Alps where Heidi lives, as well as the background of the original author Johanna Spyri, an introduction to the original book, and behind the scenes of the production of the anime "Heidi, Girl of the Alps" which was produced by Isao Takahata and Hayao Miyazaki, with valuable materials from that time.

50th Anniversary Special Project: Heidi, Girl of the Alps Exhibition

50th Anniversary Special Project: Heidi, Girl of the Alps Exhibition

The exhibition will feature not only famous scenes, but also original drawings by Yoichi Kodabe, the anime's character designer and animation director, a corner displaying nostalgic items, and collaborative works by up-and-coming artists on the theme of "Heidi's Future." In addition, the sales area adjacent to the venue will have a wide selection of popular goods such as Heidi, Yuki-chan, and Joseph, including venue-exclusive products and items commemorating the 50th anniversary of the show.

50th Anniversary Special Project: Heidi, Girl of the Alps Exhibition

Gauze hand towel 50th anniversary broadcast commemoration all-cast pattern 1,320 yen including tax

50th Anniversary Special Project: Heidi, Girl of the Alps Exhibition

A4 clear file "Heidi, Girl of Snow Country" 396 yen including tax <Pre-sale at Daimaru Sapporo store>

■Dates and times: December 4th (Wed) - 25th (Wed) 10:00-16:30 (closes at 19:00) * Final day open until 14:30 (closes at 17:00) ■ Venue: Daimaru Sapporo Store, 7th floor hall (7-7 Kita 5-jo Nishi 4-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo) For details and maps of the "50th Anniversary Special Project Heidi, Girl of the Alps Exhibition," click here.

EVENT 3 A wide selection of Christmas goods and German cuisine! "Munich Christmas Market in Sapporo"

Munich Christmas Market in Sapporo

Odori Park is lined with shops selling Christmas goods, a seasonal sight in Sapporo in winter. In addition to being able to enjoy German cuisine and mulled wine at the venue, Santa Claus will be making an appearance every night during the event, creating heartwarming encounters with visitors. Take a memorable photo together and create a special Christmas memory!

Munich Christmas Market in Sapporo

Munich Christmas Market in Sapporo

■Dates and times: November 22nd (Friday) to December 25th (Wednesday) 11:00-21:00 (last orders 20:45) ■ Venue: Odori Park 2-chome (Odori Nishi 2-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo) For more information on "Munich Christmas Market in Sapporo" click here

*All information posted is current as of the time of article publication in December 2024. *All published information may be subject to change, so please check the official website for details.

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