1 From accessories to miscellaneous goods! Hokkaido's largest handmade festival with about 1,800 booths, "Sapporo Mono Village 2026 Spring"

This is Hokkaido's largest handmade festival, bringing together creators from within and outside of Hokkaido. A wide variety of unique handmade works, including accessories, fashion, illustrations, ceramics, and miscellaneous goods, are gathered in one place, creating a space that feels like a village.

*Photos from past events

One of the unique charms of this event is being able to interact directly with the creators while choosing your own special favorite. In addition, the "Bread & Bread Friends Village" area will feature sales of specialty breads and pizzas from various shops, as well as jams, coffee, and baked goods that pair perfectly with bread.

*Photos from past events

2 A stunning view heralding spring! A relaxing seasonal event where you can also enjoy plum-flavored soft serve, the "Hiraoka Plum Festival"

Held at Hiraoka Park, known as one of Sapporo's premier plum blossom viewing spots, this festival coincides with the blooming of the plum trees. The park is filled with white and red plum blossoms, creating a beautiful landscape that signals the arrival of spring. It's a popular event that attracts many visitors each year, and when the trees are in full bloom, the air is filled with the sweet fragrance of plums.

During the festival, a special shop called "Hiraoka Ume Honpo" will be open, selling the famous plum-flavored soft serve ice cream and other plum-related products. The charm of this event is that you can relax and enjoy the flowers in a natural setting while also savoring seasonal gourmet treats that can only be found here.

*Photos of products sold in the past

3 Get the latest movie merchandise! A hands-on shop with a mystery-solving event, "Detective Conan Plaza"

The "Detective Conan Plaza," a limited-time shop for the highly popular series "Detective Conan," is opening at the Marui Imai Sapporo Main Store. Over 500 items will be available, including T-shirts, tote bags, acrylic stands, and merchandise related to the latest movie, with many exclusive items that can only be purchased here. Additionally, a mystery-solving event will be held at the venue, with participants receiving an original can magnet as a gift. There will also be a photo spot with character panels, allowing visitors to enjoy not just shopping but also an interactive experience.

4 Challenge 456 steps! A special experience climbing the TV tower on your own two feet, "Sapporo TV Tower GW Spring Stair Climb 2026"

A traditional Golden Week event is being held at Sapporo's symbol, the "Sapporo TV Tower." Participants can challenge themselves to climb 456 steps from the ground to the observation deck using the outdoor emergency staircase, which is normally closed to the public. The course, which takes about 10-15 minutes to climb, is popular every year as a casual exercise experience.

Participants who complete the climb will receive an original certificate of achievement. This time, you can also challenge the "stair descent." It's a special event where you can enjoy a different kind of view while feeling the spring breeze, recommended for families and as part of a sightseeing trip.

5 Enjoy it on the Sapporo PARCO rooftop! A music festival in the heart of the city, "TOWER RECORDS x Shimamura Music x PLANT presents "

Located in the center of Odori, this event features a diverse lineup of artists performing on an open-air rooftop stage. With a different lineup each day, it's an unmissable event for music lovers. The wristband system allows for free re-entry to the building, so you can enjoy the live music while also shopping and dining. It's a casual style where you can join in with a drink in hand, making it great for festival newcomers too.

6 Sheep shearing and kite flying! Hands-on experiences and workshops to connect with nature, "Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill Golden Week Events 2026"

A variety of special Golden Week experience events will be held at the Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill, which boasts expansive views. There will be a wealth of special activities unique to this period, including the spring specialty "Sheep Shearing," "Train Kite Flying" against the blue sky, and the relaxing and healing "Sheep Walk Race."

There is a full range of content for everyone from children to adults to enjoy all day, including craft experiences like making original soaps and coasters, a stamp rally around the facility, and food trucks offering various gourmet treats. During the period, there are also days when elementary school students get free admission, making it perfect for family outings.

7 Paper airplanes and special tours! Two days to fully enjoy the dome, "Premist Dome Golden Week Special Project"

A special project will be held at the Daiwa House Premist Dome on May 4 and 5. During this period, the observation deck will be open at a special price, offering a chance to enjoy the view inside the dome for less than usual. Furthermore, a special dome tour held only on the 4th will take you on a different route than usual, allowing you to experience the facility's backstage areas thoroughly. There will also be a unique activity where you can fly paper airplanes towards the arena.