1 The 67th Hokkaido University Festival: Enjoy Nearly 300 Stalls and Diverse Activities

The Hokkaido University Festival, or "Hokudaisai," is a popular university festival that attracts not only students but also many members of the public. Nearly 300 participating groups set up food stalls and a wide variety of events, allowing visitors to enjoy diverse activities hosted by students from various faculties, departments, and international backgrounds.

International students serving delicious dishes from their home countries

A stage featuring many live performances

Additionally, there will be stage events featuring special guests like TV producer Nobuyuki Sakuma and the comedy duo "Haru to Hikoki." Don't miss the diverse lineup of guests coming to the Hokudaisai.

2 The 34th YOSAKOI Soran Festival: Various Locations in the City Become a Stage

The YOSAKOI Soran Festival, a major event of Hokkaido's early summer, is being held again this year. Dancers in colorful costumes perform energetically to the melody of the Soran Bushi folk song, filling the city with a festive atmosphere.

During the festival period, various events will be held to liven things up. There will be plenty of fun content, including parades featuring a wide variety of teams, the "Waodori Square" where spectators can jump in and participate, and the "Kita no Food Park" in Odori Park, which brings together delicious food from all over Japan.

3 Sanrio characters Special Anniversary Market: An Anniversary Event for Popular Characters

2025 is a miracle year with multiple special anniversaries for Sanrio characters! An anniversary event is being held to celebrate the 50th anniversary of My Melody, Little Twin Stars, and Ichigo Shimbun (Strawberry News), as well as the 20th anniversary of Kuromi. The event is packed with must-see features for fans, including exclusive merchandise and festive venue decorations.

Plush Toy S (My Melody, Kuromi) - ¥3,960 each (tax incl.)

Mascot (Kiki, Lala) - ¥2,200 each (tax incl.)

Acrylic Stand - ¥1,980 (tax incl.)

Tote Bag - ¥5,038 (tax incl.)

Furthermore, there will be opportunities at the venue to create custom T-shirts and pin badges. Be sure to make your own unique merchandise as a memento of the event.