Applibot Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya, Tokyo; President: Mitsuki Ukita), the developer and operator of Chiikawa Pocket, the first smartphone app based on the popular Chiikawa franchise, announces additional details about the app's participation in the 2026 Sapporo Snow Festival scheduled for February 2026.
To commemorate the snow sculpture exhibition, special in-app campaigns and a social media giveaway on the official Chiikawa Pocket X account will be held.
Chiikawa Pocket is a smartphone game app based on the popular manga series Chiikawa by illustrator Nagano, posted on X (formerly Twitter). Under the concept "Always Together with Chiikawa Characters, Anywhere, Anytime," the app offers a collection of mini-games and activities that capture the world of Chiikawa. It has been available since March 27, 2025, in 43 countries and regions worldwide, including Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, Thailand, and the United States.
Chiikawa Pocket at 2026 Sapporo Snow Festival: Additional Details on the Booth, Visitor-Exclusive Gifts, and In-App Campaigns
1) 2026 Sapporo Snow Festival Chiikawa Pocket Booth
A snow sculpture featuring Chiikawa, Hachiware, and Usagi dressed in picnic outfits will appear at the 2026 Sapporo Snow Festival.
A special booth will also be set up at the venue, offering visitor-exclusive novelty items.
Event Details:
- Event Period: February 4 (Wednesday) to February 11 (Wednesday), 2026
- Location: Odori Site, 6-chome
- Special Booth Hours: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Last entry: 7:30 PM)
*Line-up begins at 9:00 AM each day.
*Entry methods may change, including numbered ticket distribution, depending on daily circumstances. Changes will be announced via the official Chiikawa Pocket X account.
Novelty Gifts:
Visitors who present the following will receive limited novelty items:
① Show the Chiikawa Pocket home screen: Receive one Chiikawa Pocket clear card
② Show a social media post with the hashtag #ちいぽけ雪まつり (Chipoke Snow Festival): Receive one Chiikawa Pocket sticker
2) Two In-App Campaigns Commemorating the 2026 Sapporo Snow Festival
Two special campaigns will be held in the app to celebrate the snow festival participation.
① 2026 Sapporo Snow Festival Commemoration Login Bonus
Log in during the campaign period to receive up to 20,000 free gems through a special login bonus.
*Login bonuses are received when starting the game from the title screen.
- Campaign Period: February 4 (Wednesday), 2026, 10:00 AM to February 11 (Wednesday), 2026, 11:59 PM
② 2026 Sapporo Snow Festival Commemoration Gift Set
Players who log in during the campaign period will receive the following gift set:
- Campaign Period: February 4 (Wednesday), 2026, 10:00 AM to February 11 (Wednesday), 2026, 11:59 PM
Gift Contents:
- 17,000 free gems
- 30 small candies
- 110 gacha tickets
- 2 bug subjugation tickets
- 2 elephant subjugation tickets
- 2 boss subjugation tickets
*Campaign period and contents are subject to change without notice.
3) Chiikawa Pocket Official X Campaign: "2026 Sapporo Snow Festival Novelty Giveaway"
A special campaign will be held on the official Chiikawa Pocket X account, where participants can win a set of Chiikawa Pocket clear cards and stickers through a lottery.
Campaign Period:
February 4 (Wednesday), 2026, 10:00 AM to February 11 (Wednesday), 2026, 11:59 PM
How to Enter:
① Follow the official Chiikawa Pocket X account (@chiikawa_pt_jp)
② Repost the designated campaign post from the official Chiikawa Pocket X account
Prize:
Set of Chiikawa Pocket clear card and sticker - 50 winners (lottery)
About Chiikawa Pocket
- Title: Chiikawa Pocket
- Price: Free to play (with in-app purchases)
- Supported OS: iOS/Android (may not be available on some devices)
- Developer/Operator: Applibot Inc.
- Copyright: ©nagano / chiikawa committee Developed by Applibot, Inc.
- Official Links:
- Official Website: https://jp.chiikawa-pocket.com/ja/
- Official X: https://x.com/chiikawa_pt_jp
- Official TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@chiikawa_pt_jp
- Official YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@chiikawa_pt_jp
- App Store: https://apps.apple.com/jp/app/id6596745408
- Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.co.applibot.chiikawapocket
- Chiikawa Pocket 3-Minute Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbByXSE-Cpk
About Chiikawa
Chiikawa is a popular manga series created by illustrator Nagano and posted on X (formerly Twitter) since 2020. The story follows the fun, bittersweet, and sometimes challenging daily lives of the Chiikawa characters, gaining widespread popularity among audiences of all ages. The X account has surpassed 4.5 million followers to date. Chiikawa has won the Grand Prix at the Japan Character Awards 2022, 2024, and 2025 (announced in July 2025).
The animated series Chiikawa airs every Tuesday and Friday at approximately 7:40 AM on "Mezamashi TV" (Fuji Television Network, 5:25 AM to 8:14 AM). After broadcast, episodes are available for one week on YouTube, TVer, and FOD for catch-up viewing.
