1 Surging in Popularity from TV! "Puppet Sunsun" Pop-Up Arrives in Sapporo: "SUNSUN Candy Store"

©PUPPET SUNSUN/PS committee

A limited-time pop-up shop for the popular character "Puppet Sunsun," known from the puppet movie airing on "Mezamashi TV" since 2025, is opening at Sapporo Stellar Place. The colorful, candy-themed store will feature goods with new artwork, creating a fun space that's enjoyable just to look at.

(Left) Acrylic Keychain - 7 types / (Center) Nonnon Plushie / (Right) Zonzon Plushie / ©PUPPET SUNSUN/PS committee

In addition to items like acrylic keychains, stickers, and mugs, plushies of Sunsun's best friend "Nonnon" and grandpa "Zonzon" will also be available. Furthermore, customers who spend 3,000 yen (tax included) or more can participate in a lottery to win novelty items like balloons and stickers.

Lottery for purchases of 3,000 yen (tax included) or more / ©PUPPET SUNSUN/PS committee

2 A Grand Gathering of About 300 Popular Baumkuchen: "Baumkuchen Expo 2026"

This event brings together popular Baumkuchen from all over the country. Brands from Hokkaido to Okinawa will gather, offering a wide variety of Baumkuchen, from simple classics to fruit-infused versions and visually fun, unique products. A great feature is the "Baumkuchen BAR47," where you can sample small portions of various flavors that catch your eye.

Taste 5 out of 47 local Baumkuchen varieties: "Your Choice of 5 Baumkuchen" (1 plate) for 550 yen

Additionally, the venue offers plenty of hands-on experiences, such as freshly baked Baumkuchen made by an AI artisan and a corner where you can try baking one yourself. It's a can't-miss event for dessert lovers, perfect for finding your favorite treat or picking out souvenirs and gifts.

"Freshly Baked Baumkuchen" by the AI Baumkuchen artisan "THEO" *Limited quantities available each day

A hands-on corner where you can bake your own

Deco-Baum decorated with flowers from each of the four seasons

3 Enjoy a Tropical Vibe in Sapporo! A 6-Day Fair with Food, Music, and Goods: "Hawaii Fair 2026"

This popular event offers an experience that feels just like a trip to Hawaii, with everything from breakfast foods to lifestyle goods. You'll find Honolulu Coffee, making its Hokkaido debut, açaí bowls with the gentle sweetness of fruit, a collaboration product between Northman and a Hawaiian coffee brand, and classic local Hawaiian foods like malasadas.

HONOLULU COFFEE "Classic Açaí Bowl"

Collaboration product between Northman and a Hawaiian coffee brand: "Northman HONOLULU COFFEE"

Fashion and lifestyle goods featuring hula and lei motifs will also be on sale, and stage events such as hula dances, talk shows, and mini-concerts will be held daily.