As autumn arrives, various events are held all across Japan, but Hokkaido is a particularly noteworthy area during this season. Autumn is often called the “season of appetite,” when delicious dishes made with seasonal ingredients can be savored. Many food events take place throughout Hokkaido to make the most of the short autumn. Here, we introduce some exciting events happening in Sapporo and around Hokkaido this September!

CONTENTS

• Events in Sapporo
• Events in Douhoku Area
• Events in Doutou Area
• Events in Douou Area
• Events in Dounan Area

📍Events in Sapporo

Sapporo Autumn Fest

• Location: Odori Park (Odori Nishi 4-chome to 8-chome, 10-chome, and 11-chome)
• Dates: September 6 (Fri) – September 29 (Sun)
• Website: Sapporo Autumn Fest Official Website

This is a gourmet festival featuring dishes made with Hokkaido ingredients. Enjoy menus from popular restaurants offering ramen, soup curry, and more, along with a selection of local wines and sake. Set in Odori Park, you can leisurely enjoy your meals in the crisp autumn air.

HBA Special Night Doshin Autumn Fireworks

• Location: Sapporo Dome Open Arena (Outdoor venue)
• Date: September 15 (Sun)
• Website: HBA Special Night Doshin Autumn Fireworks Official Website

This fireworks display is a new autumn tradition in Sapporo, held for the first time at Sapporo Dome. The fireworks, synchronized with music using the latest digital technology, are a spectacular sight. Enjoy the view of about 18,000 fireworks lighting up the autumn night sky. Tickets required.

📍Events in Douhoku Area

Shintoku – New Soba Festival

• Location: Shintoku Town Health and Welfare Center “Nagomi”
• Date: September 29 (Sun)
• Website: New Soba Festival Official Website

A festival to enjoy the new soba, a specialty of Shintoku Town. In addition to soba, you can also enjoy dishes and desserts made with local products.

Furano – Wine and Grape Festival

• Location: Shimizuyama Furano Winery Parking Lot
• Date: September 1 (Sun)
• Website: Wine and Grape Festival Official Website

Furano’s autumn harvest festival where you can enjoy wine, grape juice, gourmet foods, and sweets from popular shops.

Asahikawa Northern Harvest Food Marche

• Location: In front of JR Asahikawa Station
• Dates: September 14 (Sat) – September 16 (Mon, Holiday)
• Website: Northern Harvest Food Marche Official Website

A gourmet event representing Hokkaido, where you can enjoy seafood and gourmet dishes from the Northern Hokkaido area. The entire area in front of Asahikawa Station becomes a large market.

📍Events in Doutou Area

Kushiro – Tairyo Donpaku Fireworks Festival

• Location: Kushiro Tourism International Exchange Center
• Dates: September 14 (Sat) – September 15 (Sun)
• Website: Tairyo Donpaku Fireworks Festival Official Website

This event combines fireworks with delicious food. Enjoy one of Hokkaido’s largest fireworks displays along with a diverse food festival.

Nemuro – Crab Festival

• Location: Around Nemuro Port
• Dates: August 31 (Sat) – September 1 (Sun)
• Website: Nemuro Crab Festival Official Website

A festival themed around Nemuro’s specialty, Hanazakigani (a type of crab). Along with enjoying crab dishes, there are local performances, singing shows, and interactive events.

Obihiro – Tokachi Marche

• Location: Around JR Obihiro Station
• Dates: August 30 (Fri) – September 1 (Sun)
• Website: Tokachi Marche Official Website

The largest food and music festival in Tokachi, where you can enjoy local specialties and gourmet dishes. Savor various meals while listening to live music performances by artists.

📍Events in Douou Area

Otaru – Canal Night Market ~Yummy Market~

• Location: Around Otaru Canal
• Dates: September 13 (Fri) – September 22 (Sun)
• Website: Canal Night Market Yummy City Official Website

A night market with a backdrop of the illuminated Otaru Canal, featuring various shops selling food, drinks, and miscellaneous goods.

📍Events in Dounan Area

Hakodate Gourmet Circus

• Location: Near JR Hakodate Station (Daimon Green Plaza, Taiyo Parking)
• Dates: September 7 (Sat) – September 8 (Sun)
• Website: Hakodate Gourmet Circus Official Website

The largest food event in Hakodate, featuring gourmet food from all over Japan.

Enjoy September in Hokkaido!

With the arrival of autumn, various events will be held across Hokkaido. Make the most of the short autumn season in Hokkaido, and create lasting memories. Relish the delicious food, stunning scenery, and local culture and festivals to fully experience the autumn in Hokkaido!