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Let's do something good! 3 easy-to-participate social good events in Hokkaido [March 2025]

2025.03.15

"Why not do something a little good for society, something a little fun?" In Hokkaido, events that have a positive impact on society, such as environmental protection, local revitalization, education and urban development, are held all over the country. But don't worry if you think it might be difficult! There are actually many events that you can easily participate in, where you can learn new things and meet new people. In this article, we will introduce three recommended social good events that will be held in March 2025!

"Symposium on Coexistence with Red-Crowned Cranes" (Sapporo) - Thinking about the future of living with red-crowned cranes
Utilizing vacant houses for private lodging! "Seminar on town development utilizing vacant houses" (Urakawa Town)
Education x Community Development! Let's all think about the future of learning at "Koeruwa Exhibition 2025" (Sapporo City)

EVENT 1 "Symposium on Coexistence with Red-Crowned Cranes" (Sapporo) - Thinking about the future of living together with red-crowned cranes

A symposium was held to explore the future of coexistence between the red-crowned crane, designated as the "Bird of Hokkaido," and humans. Through explanations of the latest habitat conditions, keynote speeches by the mayor of Tsurui Village, famous for its habitat, and university researchers, and panel discussions, we will consider the current state of conservation efforts and the possibility of future coexistence. This content is recommended for those interested in nature and ecosystems.

■Date and time: Saturday, March 22, 2025, 14:00-16:00 ■ Venue: Hokkaido University Faculty of Science Building No. 5, Large Auditorium (Kita 10-jo Nishi 8-chome, Kita-ku, Sapporo) ■ Participation fee: Free (advance registration recommended) For details and a map of the "Symposium on Coexistence with Red-Crowned Cranes," please click here.

EVENT 2 Utilizing vacant houses for private lodging! "Seminar on town development utilizing vacant houses" (Urakawa Town)

Seminar on town development using vacant houses

In recent years, efforts to revitalize local areas by utilizing the increasing number of vacant houses as private lodgings have been gaining attention. At this seminar, there will be a talk by "Airbnb," a well-known platform for intermediating private lodgings, as well as talks by operators who actually operate private lodgings, who will introduce specific methods for utilizing vacant houses. In addition, a certified administrative scrivener will explain the key points to consider when starting a private lodging business, and there will also be a workshop to consider future urban development. This is a must-see for anyone interested in local revitalization.

■Date and time: Wednesday, March 19, 2025, 13:30-15:30 (doors open 13:00) ■ Venue: Hidaka Promotion Bureau, 2nd floor, Meeting Room 201 (56 Sakaeoka Higashidori, Urakawa-cho) ■ Participation fee: Free (limited space available, advance registration required) For details and maps of the "Urban Development Seminar Utilizing Vacant Houses" please click here

EVENT 3 Education x Community Development! Let's all think about the future of learning at "Koeruwa Exhibition 2025" (Sapporo City)

This event is being held by Koeruwa, a startup that works on local education and urban development with the keyword "overcoming." People involved in education and community development will gather to look back on their activities in 2024 and discuss their prospects for the future. A variety of content will be held, including a talk by Kosuke Shinagawa, who is also known as the personality of "Japan's Most Fun Philosophical Radio," and "Koeru BAR Time," where people can freely interact. If you are interested in local education and urban development, please feel free to participate.

■Date and time: Sunday, March 23, 2025 13:00-18:00 (free entry and exit) ■ Venue: Air Water Forest (Kita 3-jo Nishi 2-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo) ■ Participation fee: Free (advance registration recommended) For details and maps of "Koeruwa Exhibition 2025", click here

Let's start doing something good!

All of the events introduced here are ones that you can easily participate in, even if you don't have any specialized knowledge. By experiencing "something that is a little bit good for society," you may gain new perspectives and learn something new. If there is an event that interests you, please be sure to go and check it out.

*All information posted is current as of the time of article publication in March 2025. *All published information may be subject to change, so please check the official website for details.

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Let's do something good! 3 easy-to-participate social good events in Hokkaido [March 2025]

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