1 From Classic Soft Serve to Lavish Parfaits! A Grand Gathering of Chilled Desserts at the "Summer Ice Cream & Sweets Fair"

Image courtesy of Daimaru Sapporo

A cool event to beat the summer heat is being held at the 7th-floor event space of Daimaru Sapporo. A selection of the best chilled desserts from all over Japan will be gathered in one place, including award-winning gelato from an international exhibition, rich matcha sundaes from Kyoto, and soft-serve ice cream with the deep, rich flavor of black tea.

(Left) Miyagi: Gelateria Liberta / (Right) Kyoto: Fukujuen / Image courtesy of Daimaru Sapporo

(Left) Sunagawa/Fukagawa: Okashi no Honda x F Yogurt / (Right) Kuromatsunai: Toit Vert / Image courtesy of Daimaru Sapporo

Furthermore, don't miss the vendors from within Hokkaido, offering treats like a parfait featuring yogurt soft-serve atop a crispy apple pie, and a new kind of chilled treat in collaboration with the adorable "Kumayaki" cakes. Plus, there's a great selection of hot deli items for when you need a break from the cold treats. You can enjoy juicy, pan-fried soup dumplings and curry bread filled with chunky Danshaku potatoes.

(Left) Kanagawa: Wangfujing / (Right) Sapporo: Pullman Bakery / Image courtesy of Daimaru Sapporo

2 Art, Workshops, and More! An Urban Outdoor Festival Where Cultures Collide: "MTG: Maa Ii Kara Tekito ni Groove (Let's Just Vibe) 2026"

The outdoor stage

This is an urban outdoor festival held at Benizakura Park in Sapporo's Minami Ward, where music and diverse cultures intersect. Now in its second year, the festival is bigger and better than ever, with a lineup of about 40 musical acts from Sapporo, Tokyo, and the Kansai area scheduled to deliver passionate performances. The venue will also feature about 30 unique shops, including vintage clothing stores, illustrator booths, and a Pilates studio, making it an event where you can experience culture with all five senses.

Vintage clothing stores and kids' workshops will also be available.

Enjoy music by the bonfire at night.

At night, enjoy a luxurious, chill experience, soaking in the music under a star-filled sky by a bonfire. The location is accessible by car, bus, or even on foot from the subway station, allowing for a flexible experience that embraces the entire city. You can spend the day surrendering to the pleasant groove in the lush green venue, head to the nearby Sumikawa area for dinner with friends in the evening, and then return to the festival at night.

Outdoor booths from last year's event.

3 Exclusive Merchandise and Immersive Displays! Step into the Anime World at the "'Ninjutsu Academy Nintama School Store' POP UP"

Image courtesy of Sapporo PARCO

A limited-time shop for the timelessly beloved anime 'Nintama Rantaro,' the "Ninjutsu Academy Nintama School Store," is now open. After creating a huge buzz in Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka, this highly popular event is finally coming to Sapporo. An extensive lineup of original merchandise, available only here, will be on sale.

Sapporo-exclusive stickers (6 types) / Image courtesy of Sapporo PARCO

The meticulously designed interior is themed after the familiar "Ninjutsu Academy" from the series, and there are charming photo spots for commemorative pictures. It's a space where you can experience the lively daily life of Rantaro and his friends up close. Plus, for every 2,500 yen (including tax) spent in a single transaction, you'll have a chance to receive one of six random, Sapporo-exclusive stickers. This purchase bonus is a must-have for fans.