Bandai Namco Amusement Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo / President: Hiroshi Kawasaki) will open the Sumikkogurashi Play Studio Ario Sapporo, a kids' park facility where children can enjoy pretend play in the world of Sumikkogurashi, on Friday, December 20, 2024.
This will be the third store, following Sumikko Gurashi Play Studio LaLaport Kadoma (Osaka) which opened in April 2023, and Sumikko Gurashi Play Studio AEON Mall Otaka (Nagoya) which opened in July 2024, and will be the first in Hokkaido.
At "Sumikko Gurashi Play Studio Ario Sapporo," in addition to a shopping corner using the latest theme "Exciting Tapioca Convenience Store" design, the facility also incorporates Hokkaido-themed elements such as a sushi shop and an ice cream shop.
In addition, to coincide with the opening of Ario Sapporo, we will start selling a "Pack with Original Goods" that includes an admission ticket and a stuffed animal wearing an apron that is exclusive to the Asobi Studio. The facility will also lend out aprons with a matching design to children's aprons, allowing them to enjoy pretend play even more.
There will also be new play equipment such as a trampoline corner and three rows of slides, as well as a "goods area" where you can purchase "Sumikko Gurashi" merchandise, and the facility is filled with ideas for enjoying the world of "Sumikko Gurashi".
BANDAI NAMCO Amusement will continue to plan, develop, and operate facilities that allow children to immerse themselves in the world of characters, thereby enhancing the value of real entertainment and creating spaces that foster daily memories for families.
[Facility configuration]
It consists of three areas: the "Park Area" where you can play with your whole body, the "Food Area" where you can play house, and the "Goods Area" where you can purchase "Sumikko Gurashi" merchandise.
<Park Area>
There is a ball pool based on the character Tapioka from Sumikko Gurashi, as well as a trampoline designed for Ghost Night Park. The three rows of slides that extend into the ball pool also make a big impact.
In the original design dollhouse, you can play with the mini stuffed toys available for rental at the reception.
<Food area>
It is a large two-storey playground.
You can enjoy playing house in the shopping corner, which uses the design based on the theme of "Exciting Tapioca Convenience Store" announced in November 2024, and in the room where Sumikkogurashi characters welcome you.
You can also experience role-playing activities related to Hokkaido, such as a sushi restaurant or a ramen restaurant.
<Goods area>
The merchandise area sells "Sumikko Gurashi" merchandise, perfect for buying souvenirs.
Those who do not enter the Kids Park facilities can also purchase tickets.
[Admission Benefits]
[Admission Benefits]
When using the facility, children will receive one free original sticker. There are 27 types of original stickers in total: 21 normal stickers and 6 rare stickers.
[Sumikko Gurashi Asobi Studio original hand-held stuffed toys]
To coincide with the opening of "Sumikko Gurashi Play Studio Ario Sapporo," in addition to the regular admission ticket, an "original goods pack" will be available which includes an admission ticket and a stuffed toy.
・Sales period: From Friday, December 20th
・Cost: Regular usage fee + 900 yen
*Plush toys cost 900 yen each, and you can purchase multiple ones.
*Plush toys cannot be purchased separately.
These cute stuffed toys feature Sumikkogurashi characters wearing aprons! They can be rented at the reception desk and can be played with within the facility. They will also be on sale at the two existing stores.
[Children's apron]
We have prepared matching aprons for children to wear with the Sumikkogurashi characters.
By wearing an apron, you can enjoy pretend play even more seriously.
The apron has an inner pocket where you can put a "tenori plush toy." The shoulder straps come in the same five colors as the tenori plush toy, so you can enjoy matching outfits with Sumikkogurashi.
There are two sizes: 90cm and 110cm.
[Greeting Event]
To commemorate the opening of the facility, a greeting event will be held featuring the "Sumikko Gurashi" characters "Tokage" and "Penguin?".
・Date and time: Saturday, December 21, 2024
①11:00 ②13:00 ③15:00
・Venue: Ario Sapporo 1F Harvest Court
Up to 50 groups can take commemorative photos with the characters each time. Details will be announced on the official website of "Sumikko Gurashi Asobi Studio."
[What is Sumikko Gurashi Play Studio?]
This is a "pretend play" playground with the theme of "Sumikko Gurashi," a character loved by children and adults alike, where you can experience playing house and running a shop. In addition to playing house, there are also hands-on play equipment such as ball pools, so children can play enthusiastically and parents can take home memories of their children's natural expressions. This is a playground that will help children grow and create memories for the family.
[Facility Overview]
Official website URL: https://bandainamco-am.co.jp/kids/sumikko_studio/sapporo-ario/
Official LINE: https://line.me/ti/p/@140mkpte
"Sumikko Gurashi Play Studio Ario Sapporo Store"
[location]
〒065-8518 Ario Sapporo 2F, 2-20 Kita 7-jo Higashi 9-chome, Higashi-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
(Attached to the Namco Gashapon department store, which will be relocated and reopened)
[Opening date] Friday, December 20, 2024
[Facility area] Approximately 38 tsubo (approximately 126 m2)
[Business hours] 10:00-19:00 (last admission 18:30)
[Telephone number] 011-594-8071
[Usage fee]
Children (ages 2-12): 30 minutes 600 yen / Extension fee 10 minutes 150 yen
Parents (20 years old and over): 400 yen / No extension fee
*Children without a parent or guardian will not be allowed to enter.
*This facility is for children between the ages of 2 and 12. Adults alone are not allowed to enter.
[Advance reservation required]
Advance reservations are required. Please make your reservation through the official website when using the service.
■What is Sumikko Gurashi?
This character was born in 2012 with the catchphrase "This is where I feel at ease."
Not only is it cute, but the slightly negative and surreal characters and storylines have made it popular with a wide range of people.
When you get on the train, the corner seats fill up first, and when you go to a cafe, you want to grab a corner seat if possible… Sumikkogurashi embodies this feeling that many Japanese people have.
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*All prices include tax. *Original goods are available in limited quantities. We apologize if they are out of stock.
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