The "Minna Oide yo! (Everyone Come On Over!) Hokkaido Geopark Exhibition 2026" is set to take place at the 1st floor "Hikari no Hiroba" (Light Plaza) of Shin-Sapporo Sunpiaza. The event is organized in collaboration with seven geopark promotion councils across Hokkaido, with the aim of sharing the value and appeal of the region's geoparks with a wide audience.
Event Details
Dates
- Saturday, March 21, 2026: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Sunday, March 22, 2026: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Venue
Shin-Sapporo Sunpiaza 1F "Hikari no Hiroba"
(2-5 Atsubetsu-chuo, Atsubetsu-ku, Sapporo)
Highlights
Seven experience booths run by geopark promotion councils will be set up throughout the venue, offering fun, educational activities for visitors of all ages.
A Geo Quiz Rally will also be held during the event. Participants who answer two or more questions correctly will receive a novelty gift, while supplies last.
In addition, some booths will feature local specialty product sales.
Admission: Basically free (some activities may be paid)
Numbered Tickets
Some experience booths require a numbered ticket for entry. Tickets will be distributed from 10:00 AM each day at the general reception inside Hikari no Hiroba, on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that admission may close before the event ends once capacity is reached.
Participating Organizations
The following geopark promotion councils are cooperating with the event:
- Toya-Usu Geopark Promotion Council
- Apoi-dake Geopark Promotion Council
- Shirataki Geopark Promotion Council
- Mikasa Geopark Promotion Council
- Tokachi-Shikaoi Geopark Promotion Council
- Tokachidake Geopark Promotion Council
- Daisetsuzan Kamuimintara Geopark Initiative Promotion Council
- Hokkaido Museum
