1 Thrills for Insect-Loving Kids! The Exciting "Strongest Insect King Encyclopedia Exhibition"

Based on the popular kids' entertainment encyclopedia "The Strongest Insect King Encyclopedia," which explores the theme "which insect would be the strongest if they were all the same weight?", this event features insects like the Hercules beetle and the giraffe stag beetle! It's an exhibition full of learning and discovery, with impressive battle dioramas and a "Beetle Hut" where you can interact with live beetles.

The festive "Insect Fair" adds to the summer fun

A great way to spark an interest in insects for young children

An "Insect Fair" will also be held, including an "Insect Garapon" lottery where you can win live insects like Hercules beetles. The merchandise sold at the venue is also unique, featuring slightly realistic plush toys of beetles and stag beetles.

2 Fun for All Ages! The Pretty Cure Exhibition: "You and Idol Pretty Cure♪ Exhibition ~The Moment I Can Meet 'You'!~"

The Pretty Cure series first aired in 2004 and has been loved for over 20 years, up to the currently airing "You and Idol Pretty Cure♪." Whether you were a fan as a child or have kids who love Pretty Cure now, this exhibition at Daimaru Department Store is an event that both adults and children can enjoy together.

Admission bonus: "Ticket-style Card" (1 of 5 types, distributed randomly)

Participation in the "Make Your Own Button Badge Corner" costs 700 yen

The exhibition is packed with content, including a fan activity room where you can enjoy supporting your favorite Idol Pretty Cure, and a "Find Your Fave Pretty Cure" diagnosis where Purirun helps visitors find their perfect Pretty Cure match. In the merchandise area, there's also a "Make Your Own Button Badge Corner" where you can create your own original button badge.

3 Kids Can Try Taiko Drumming Too! The "Hokkai Bon Odori"

The "Hokkai Bon Odori," a tradition since the very first Sapporo Summer Festival, will be held over four days from Wednesday, August 13 to Saturday, August 16. Each day, the "Children's Bon Odori," known for its catchy "Shanko shanko♪" phrase, will take place from 6:00 PM, followed by the "Hokkai Bon Odori" from 7:00 PM.

The venue will host various activities, including a "Taiko Drumming Experience" for children and appearances by popular mascot characters joining the Bon dance.

4 Enjoy a Sequel to This Year's Movie! "Real Escape Game x Detective Conan: Escape from the Afterimage Signal"

This is an interactive game event where you gather information, deduce, and solve a case alongside Conan and his friends. The story is a sequel to the blockbuster movie "Detective Conan: The One-Eyed Afterimage," released this April. You can experience the thrill of deduction as if you've stepped right into the world of Conan.

Furthermore, the venue will be packed with exclusive original merchandise, such as acrylic stands and clear files. As a venue-exclusive offer, you'll receive one random "Novelty Clear Card" for every 2,000 yen (tax included) spent on original goods.

5 See Humorous Moments Not Found in Regular Tournaments! The "Grand Sumo Sapporo Tour"

This year again, you can watch the thrilling bouts of Grand Sumo in Sapporo! The intense matches of up-and-coming wrestlers, from the Jonidan to the Makuuchi divisions, are a must-see. The day starts with a public morning practice, and you'll get to see humorous moments that are never seen in regular tournaments. It's a day that can be enjoyed by sumo fans and beginners alike.