1 Professionals from around the world gather in Sapporo for the "APEX LEGENDS™ GLOBAL SERIES YEAR 5 CHAMPIONSHIP"

The Apex Legends Global Series Year 5 Championship, the official global tournament to determine the ultimate champion of the globally popular team-based battle royale shooter game Apex Legends, will be held at the Daiwa House Premist Dome in Sapporo. The top 40 teams from North America, Europe, and Asia will gather to compete over four days of heated competition for the title of world champion and a total prize pool of $2 million.

At the venue, you can not only watch the matches, but also enjoy a wide range of content for enjoying eSports, such as watch parties and talk events with professional players and popular streamers, and booths where you can try out the latest gaming gear. The appeal is that there is something for everyone, from beginners to hardcore fans, to enjoy the event in their own way.

2 Robot and music creation at Japan's largest programming event, "Junior Programming World 2026"

This is one of Japan's largest hands-on events where you can learn programming while having fun. The venue will feature a variety of workshops on various themes, including robot programming, AI, VR, music production, and gaming experiences. With a focus on elementary school students, the event is packed with content that parents and children can participate in together, making it the perfect family outing.

There will also be workshops that can be experienced on the day, and a "Junior Programming World Experience Square" where you can get a casual introduction to programming. There is a wide range of experiences available, from beginners to more advanced content, so even children who are new to programming can participate with confidence.

3 Soup curry and teppojiru! Enjoy a winter feast in a giant hotpot at the "Bitter Cold!! Hokkai Onabe Festival in Satoland"

This winter gourmet event will be held at Sapporo Satoland. The impressive dishes, simmered in a giant pot measuring approximately 90cm in diameter, are full of Hokkaido flavor! In a venue enveloped in a snowy landscape, you can enjoy winter flavors that will warm you to the core.

This year, three new dishes will be available: an original soup curry hotpot from the famous soup curry restaurant "Rakkyo," the popular teppō-jiru, and a hotpot with different contents each week. There will also be a full menu of grilled treats, including roasted marshmallows, churros, and hand-baked rice crackers. It's the perfect way to fill your stomach before enjoying the winter activities being held at the same time.