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Where to Go in Sapporo This Weekend? Top 3 Event Picks for February 14-15, 2026
Wondering where to go this weekend? We've got you covered! From a can't-miss chocolate festival for the Valentine's season and a romantic experience at a nighttime aquarium to a pop-up shop for a popular anime, here are three recommended events for Saturday, February 14th, and Sunday, February 15th.
- Daimaru Sapporo's Valentine's 2026 "Chocolat Promenade": A Grand Gathering of Delicious Chocolates from Around the World and Japan
- "Nighttime Love Fortune": A Romantic Experience at a Nighttime Urban Aquarium
- TV Anime "Golden Kamuy" Sapporo Beer Factory Arc POP UP SHOP: Exclusive Merchandise and Must-See Exhibits for Fans
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Daimaru Sapporo's Valentine's 2026 "Chocolat Promenade": A Grand Gathering of Delicious Chocolates from Around the World and Japan
This is a regular event at Daimaru Sapporo that brightens the Valentine's season. It's one of Hokkaido's largest chocolate festivals, featuring over 100 brands, from famous international chocolatiers and talented brands from all over Japan to popular chocolates originating from Hokkaido.
The venue is filled with products exclusive to the chocolate season and brands making their debut in Hokkaido and at Daimaru Sapporo. You'll find not only chocolate bars, ganache, and bonbons but also live demonstrations selling soft-serve ice cream and gelato. With a corner that changes its lineup weekly, you can discover new chocolates no matter how many times you visit.
■Dates: January 14 (Wed) - February 15 (Sun), 2026, 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
・7F Special Valentine's Chocolate Venue / Chocolat Promenade: January 17 (Sat) - February 15 (Sun)
・1F Special Valentine's Venue: January 14 (Wed) - February 17 (Tue)
・B1F Special Valentine's Venue / Hoppe Town: February 4 (Wed) - February 15 (Sun)
■Location: Daimaru Sapporo (4-7 Kita 5-jo Nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo)
Click here for details and map information for "Daimaru Sapporo's Valentine's 2026 'Chocolat Promenade'"
For more on Sapporo's Valentine's features, check here!
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"Nighttime Love Fortune": A Romantic Experience at a Nighttime Urban Aquarium
At Sapporo's urban aquarium, AOAO SAPPORO, a nighttime-exclusive program called "Nighttime Love Fortune" is currently underway. You can divine your love life for the night with an omikuji (fortune slip) inspired by the courtship behaviors of five species of creatures exhibited in the aquarium.
After drawing your love fortune at the entrance, you can also learn about the characteristics of the creatures from the special commentary panels displayed at the "Lover's Sanctuary" on the 6th floor. There are also other programs to enjoy along with the love fortunes. Combined with the unique nighttime atmosphere, it's an enjoyable experience whether you're with a partner, friends, or even on your own.
■Dates: January 9 (Fri) - March 22 (Sun), 2026, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Last admission at 9:00 PM)
*AOAO SAPPORO is open from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Last admission at 9:00 PM)
■Admission Fee: High school students and older: 2,200 yen / Elementary and junior high school students: 1,100 yen / Children 3 years and older: 200 yen / Children under 3: Free
■Location: AOAO SAPPORO (moyuk SAPPORO 4F, 3-20 Minami 2-jo Nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo)
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TV Anime "Golden Kamuy" Sapporo Beer Factory Arc POP UP SHOP: Exclusive Merchandise and Must-See Exhibits for Fans
A pop-up shop for the popular anime "Golden Kamuy" is now open at Sapporo Factory! The shop features a wide array of exclusive merchandise using the "Special Poster Sticker Visuals (16 types)" that were a hot topic as a bonus for advance theater ticket holders. Don't miss the impressive exhibits from past collaborations with the Sendai Tanabata Festival, Noboribetsu Jigoku Festival, and Aomori Nebuta Festival.
■Dates: February 1 (Sun) - February 15 (Sun), 2026, 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
■Location: Sapporo Factory 3-jo Kan 2F (4 Kita 2-jo Higashi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido)
Click here for details and map information for the "TV Anime 'Golden Kamuy' Sapporo Beer Factory Arc POP UP SHOP"
*All information is current as of the article's publication in February 2026.
*All information is subject to change. Please check the official websites for the latest details.
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