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Where to Go This Weekend? Top 3 Recommended Events in Sapporo [May 9-10, 2026]
Wondering where to go this weekend? We've got you covered! From an exhibition celebrating the 30th anniversary of the TV anime "Detective Conan," to a special collaboration between the popular YouTube character "Teikou Penguin" and AOAO SAPPORO, and even a nostalgic Showa retro experience perfect for the whole family, here are three must-see events happening on Saturday, May 9th and Sunday, May 10th.
- Exclusive merchandise also available! A special exhibition to enjoy famous scenes and behind-the-scenes production secrets: "30th Anniversary of the TV Anime Detective Conan Exhibition - Sapporo"
- Popular character "Teikou Penguin" and an aquarium's first-ever collaboration: "Teikou Penguin × AOAO SAPPORO
" - Feel like you've time-traveled in a nostalgic space recreating a Showa-era shopping street: "Showa Retro Exhibition"
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Exclusive merchandise also available! A special exhibition to enjoy famous scenes and behind-the-scenes production secrets: "30th Anniversary of the TV Anime Detective Conan Exhibition - Sapporo"
An exhibition is being held to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the popular TV anime "Detective Conan." The event is packed with content that allows you to delve into the behind-the-scenes of its production, including displays of famous scenes from its history, storyboards, character designs, and background art materials. Don't miss the special presentation that looks back on 30 years of "that famous scene."
Conan Edogawa and 30 other characters welcome you at the entrance
Furthermore, there will be exclusive exhibition merchandise, limited-edition novelty items for weekday visitors at the Sapporo venue, and a special movie that can only be seen at the exhibition. The venue is also full of photo spots that fans will love, such as the entrance where Conan Edogawa stands alongside 30 other characters.
Exhibits of character designs and background art materials
Displays of memorable scenes and famous character moments
■ Dates: May 2 (Sat) - May 31 (Sun), 2026
Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and May 7 (Thu), 8 (Fri): 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Weekdays from May 11 (Mon) onward: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
■ Admission: Advance tickets (admission only): General 1,800 yen / Student 1,300 yen / Preschooler 300 yen
*Same-day tickets are an additional 200 yen
*Other tickets with special benefits are available
■ Venue: Sapporo Factory 3-jo-kan 3F (Kita 2-jo Higashi 4-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo)
Click here for details and map information for the "30th Anniversary of the TV Anime Detective Conan Exhibition - Sapporo"
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Popular character "Teikou Penguin" and an aquarium's first-ever collaboration: "Teikou Penguin × AOAO SAPPORO
This is the first-ever collaboration event between the popular YouTube character "Teikou Penguin" and Sapporo's urban aquarium, "AOAO SAPPORO." The event features an original exhibition where the Teikou Penguins enjoy the city of Sapporo and the aquarium. It's a special project where you can also learn about the charm of marine life within their hilariously relatable world.
"Teikou Penguin" stamp rally *Image is for illustrative purposes
There's plenty of content to enjoy the world of Teikou Penguin, including a stamp rally where you can get limited-edition stickers with different designs for day and night, a special room screening exclusive videos, and the sale of limited-edition collaboration merchandise.
AOAO SAPPORO original "Teikou Penguin" collaboration merchandise *Image is for illustrative purposes
■ Dates: April 28 (Tue) - June 30 (Tue), 2026, 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM (Last admission at 9:00 PM)
■ Admission: High school students and older 2,200 yen / Elementary and junior high school students 1,100 yen / Ages 3 and up 200 yen
■ Venue: AOAO SAPPORO (moyuk SAPPORO 4F, Minami 2-jo Nishi 3-chome 20, Chuo-ku, Sapporo)
Click here for details and map information for "Teikou Penguin × AOAO SAPPORO
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Feel like you've time-traveled in a nostalgic space recreating a Showa-era shopping street: "Showa Retro Exhibition"
Ario Sapporo transforms into a nostalgic Showa-era shopping street. The event recreates a shopping street from the Showa period (1926-1989), complete with a coffee shop, record store, electronics shop, and toy store. You'll feel like you've traveled back in time with displays of movie posters from the era, life-sized panels, and a replica of a Showa-style six-tatami-mat room.
Additionally, there's a hands-on corner where you can play with Showa-era toys, and a festival corner with shooting galleries, ring toss, and yo-yo fishing. It's an event where all generations can have fun taking pictures and playing together.
■ Dates: May 2 (Sat) - May 10 (Sun), 2026, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
■ Admission: Free / Nostalgic festival corner: 200 yen per game
■ Venue: Ario Sapporo 1F Harvest Court Event Plaza (Kita 7-jo Higashi 9-chome 2-20, Higashi-ku, Sapporo)
Click here for details and map information for the "Showa Retro Exhibition"
*All information is current as of the article's publication in May 2026.
*All information is subject to change. Please check official websites for the latest details.

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