An event themed around the herring, a fish that heralds the arrival of spring. 1000 of the fish are given away for free, the lighthouse is open to the public, seafood is sold direct, and fresh stocks of herring are released into the ocean.

[Place]
Close to Otaru Aquarium (3 Shukutsu, Otaru City)
[Contact]
Shukutsu Herring Festival Executive Committee
TEL +81-80-4505-2424

Every summer, about 30,000 participants and 2,000,000 spectators flock to Sapporo to enjoy the festival. The Yosakoi Soran Festival has come to be known worldwide as one of Japan’s most exemplary festivals.

[Place]
About 20 locations throughout Sapporo
[Contact]
Yosakoi Soran Festival Organizing Committee
TEL +81-11-231-4351

The largest summer festival in Otaru, giving thanks for the sea. Includes the “Ushio Nerikomi” parade, in which around 6000 people dance through the town, and a large fireworks display.

[Place]
Main venue: Wharf No.3, other parts of Otaru City
[Contact]
Sightseeing Promotion Room, Otaru City
TEL +81-134-32-4111

A festival themed around the special potatoes grown in Kutchan. Events bring together organizations from across Hokkaido, and include the “Potato 100 Man Taiko Drumming” and “Grab As Many Potatoes As You Can”.

[Place]
Kutchan Ekimae-Dori
[Contact]
Kutchan Town Office Tourism Promotion Section
TEL +81-136-56-8009