This year's summer vacation event will be held in two parts: "Dr. Clark Week" and "Enjoy Summer Vacation Week"!
At the Sapporo Hitsujigaoka Observatory, a "Summer Vacation Event" will be held from Friday, July 25th to Friday, August 15th, 2025.
July 31st is Dr. Clark's birthday, and it is also the day he arrived in Sapporo in 1876. In commemoration of this, the first half of the event, from July 25th (Friday) to July 31st (Thursday), will be designated as "Dr. Clark Week" and events related to Dr. Clark will be held.
The latter half of the event, from Friday, August 1st to Friday, August 15th, will be a "Summer Vacation Enjoyment Week", during which there will be craft experiences perfect for independent study, mystery solving events, Bon Odori and fireworks experiences, and more.
This is an event that will help you create summer memories, so we look forward to your attendance and coverage.
In appreciation of the patronage of our residents over the years, we have introduced special rates for Sapporo residents starting April 1, 2025.
Sapporo Residents' Admission Fee: Adults: 500 yen Children (elementary and junior high school students): Free
Regular price: Adults: 1,000 yen Children (elementary and junior high school students): 500 yen
You will need to provide proof of residence in Sapporo, such as a driver's license or health insurance card (only applicable to the person in question).
We look forward to seeing you all.
Dr. Clark Week (July 25, 2025 – July 31, 2025)
2nd Loud Clerk Contest
Date July 31st (Thursday)
Time: 10:00～
Fee: Free
Contents
There are two divisions: children (elementary school students and under) and adults (junior high school students and above). Participants will be asked to shout "Boys, be ambitious!" + their own ambitions, and compete to see who can shout the loudest.
Admission is free for participants and their accompanying persons entering at the same time as the participants.
Date: Saturday, July 26th
Fee: Free
Contents
Mirai Taishi, who is involved in community service activities, and Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters' popular mascot "B.B." will be visiting the venue to liven up the atmosphere during the event.
* Details of appearance times etc. will be announced on the Hitsujigaoka Observatory official website and social media.
Date: Sunday, July 27th
Fee: Free
Contents
Jingisukan no Jin-kun, a popular character both in and outside of Hokkaido who serves as the official Sapporo Smile PR ambassador for Sapporo City, will be visiting Hitsujigaoka Observatory, where a summer holiday event is being held.
Hitsujigaoka Observatory is Jin's hometown, and his adorable appearance will liven up the event.
* Details of appearance times etc. will be announced on the Hitsujigaoka Observatory official website and social media.
Dates: July 26th (Sat) and 27th (Sun)
Time: 10:00-17:00
Contents
Enjoy delicious food made with local Hokkaido ingredients while experiencing the great outdoors of Hokkaido. This is a new type of event where you can fully enjoy the "new discoveries" born from the matching of "alcohol" and "food" with your tongue and body.
Dates: July 26th (Sat) and 27th (Sun)
Time: 10:00-15:00
Price Pendant/800 yen Frame/1,200 yen Set/1,800 yen
Contents
**Dr. Clark frame decorated with overlapping transparent materials**
By layering transparent tape, stickers, and plastic wrap, you can create a stunningly beautiful color scheme!
Combine photos of Dr. Clark from Hitsujigaoka Observatory to create a special frame!
**Dr. Clark silhouette pendant decorated with glittery stickers**
Combine seasonal glitter stickers with a silhouette sticker of Dr. Clark to create a pendant!
You can also turn it into a strap by shortening the length of the glitter string!
Instructor: Little Leaf Little Tree Dojo Sachiko Sensei
Dates: July 27th (Sun) and 30th (Wed)
Time: 11:30～, 12:30～, 13:30～
Fee: Free
Contents
There will be a picture-story show that will give you an insight into the character of Dr. Clark.
There are three performances scheduled per day.
Dates: July 25th (Fri) – July 31st (Thu)
Time: 10:00-15:00
Fee: Free
Contents
We have prepared a special event in honor of Dr. Clark. We will hand out record cards for the loud voice, dumbbell, and one-legged standing exercises, so please feel free to give them a try.
Summer Vacation Enjoyment Week (August 1st to August 15th, 2025)
Date Saturday, August 2nd
Time: 10:00-15:00
Price: Small: 1,100 yen, Medium: 1,650 yen, Large: 2,200 yen
Contents
You can make a herbarium using your favorite flowers.
Why not try making your own stylish interior?
Instructor: Kanako Kawasaki, Flower Studio K
Dates: August 2 (Sat) and 3 (Sun)
Time: 10:00-15:00
Price: From 1,200 yen
Contents: Popular fake sweets made with fluffy clay. Make a sheep and enjoy decorating it freely with cute parts.
Instructor: Wakuwaku Clay Club Teacher Kimiko Katsumi
Date: August 4th (Monday) to August 6th (Wednesday)
Time: 10:00-15:00
Price: 800 yen and up
Contents: A craft experience using wool felt led by Bricoleur Hosaka.
Bricoleur is a French word that refers to an artisan who puts together things and makes or repairs them themselves.
Working with Bricoleur Hosaka, you will stitch the wool with a needle to create a base, then decorate it to create a cute, original brooch.
Instructor: Bricoleur Hosaka Daijobu Sensei
Dates August 8th (Friday) to August 11th (Monday/Holiday)
Time: 10:00-15:00
Price: 700 yen to 2,700 yen
Contents: Choose your favorite sweet parts and scents (there's a sea series too!) to make your own one-of-a-kind candle♪ You can also make your own sparkling original soap.
Lecturer: Yukiko Yasuda, candle tomato
Dates: Thursday, August 14th to Friday, August 15th
Time: 10:00-15:00
Price: Deco popsicle soap 1 piece/1,200 yen
Cupcake soap 1 piece/1,300 yen
Contents: Let's make your own fun and delicious summer soap♪
Instructor: Emi Funazaki, Handmade Soap Salon Olive
Dates: August 1st (Fri) to August 15th (Fri)
Time: 10:00-15:00
Fee: Free
Details: A mystery-solving event will be held at Hitsujigaoka Observatory in Sapporo.
Once the mystery is solved, the true identity of the phantom thief, Sheep Mask, will be revealed.
Dates: August 1st (Fri) to August 15th (Fri)
Time: 10:00-15:00
Fee: Free
Contents: Visit 4 locations in the facility and collect stamps ♪
Customers of elementary school age or younger who complete the stamp rally will receive a prize.
Dates: July 25th (Friday) – August 15th (Friday)
Time: 10:00-15:00
Fee: Free
Details: Hay rolls will be available at Clark Square in Sapporo Hitsujigaoka Observatory.
This is a recommended photo spot where you can capture typical Hokkaido scenery.
Date: July 28th (Monday) – August 15th (Friday)
Time: 10:00-15:00
Contents: The popular strawberry daifuku specialty store "Potapota Ichigo" will be back this summer. Please enjoy the sweet and cute strawberry daifuku.
Date: July 28th (Monday) – August 15th (Friday)
Time: 10:00-15:00
Contents
A wide variety of food trucks will be available during the event.
Enjoy the vast scenery and find your favorite gourmet food.
Bon Odori and Fireworks Experience
Dates August 13th (Wednesday) – August 15th (Friday)
Time: 18:00-19:00
Fee: Free
Contents
We will be holding a Bon Odori and fireworks experience for three days only. Those who participate in the Bon Odori experience will receive a free handheld fireworks set and can experience fireworks in front of the statue of Dr. Clark. During this period, opening hours will be extended until 7:00 p.m. Enjoy the night view from Hitsujigaoka Observatory, which you can't usually see.