Live, work, and get involved in Hokkaido. Two events for those considering such a future will be held in Sapporo and Tokyo on Saturday, February 28, 2026. One is a relocation consultation event in Sapporo, bringing together 14 municipalities from across Hokkaido. The other is an interactive event in Tokyo where you can meet people who actually work in the Doto (Eastern Hokkaido) and Nemuro areas. Here are two recommended events for anyone thinking about moving, interested in working in a regional area, or wanting to get involved in Hokkaido's community development.

This is an in-person consultation event for people within Hokkaido who are considering relocating to other parts of the prefecture. On the day, 14 municipalities will participate, including Abira Town, Urakawa Town, Kamikawa Town, Kuriyama Town, Shimamaki Village, Shimizu Town, Shimokawa Town, Shinhidaka Town, Sobetsu Town, Date City, Teshikaga Town, Fukagawa City, and Mikasa City. In addition to individual consultations at each booth, there will be a relocation preparation workshop, an introductory seminar on the Local Vitalization Cooperator program, and even a "Forest Birch Charm Workshop" for children.

Being held in Sapporo, this is a valuable opportunity to specifically compare and consider relocation options within Hokkaido. It's recommended for those thinking of moving within Hokkaido or those interested in the Local Vitalization Cooperator program.

"Little Doto" is an interactive event that conveys the current state of Doto, the eastern side of Hokkaido. This time, the "Nemuro 4 Towns"—Betsukai, Nakashibetsu, Shibetsu, and Rausu—will gather in Tokyo. The theme is "Nemuro 4 Towns x Public Servants," and a key feature is the chance to speak directly with "people currently working in each town," such as town hall employees and childcare workers. This event is recommended for those interested in working as a local public servant, those who want to learn about life in the Doto area, and those in their 20s and 30s who want to connect with a local community.

Of course, those who want to move right away are welcome, but so are those who are still undecided. It's a precious opportunity to experience the reality of work, life, and community building in Hokkaido's Doto region.