HOKKAIDO –
The YOSAKOI Soran Festival, considered one of Sapporo’s signature early-summer occasions, opened on June 10, bringing collectively 275 dance groups for 5 days of performances throughout the town.
The competition, which marks its thirty fifth version in 2026, started with colourful performances by groups from Sapporo and different areas on the Odori Park West 8-chome venue, the place dancers showcased energetic routines from the opening day.
Visitors may benefit from the Kita no Food Park, held within the West 5-chome and West 6-chome sections of Odori Park, that includes regional delicacies from throughout Japan.
The competition will run by way of June 14 at 17 venues all through Sapporo. Traffic restrictions will likely be launched from June 12 in areas together with Odori Park and Susukino because the occasion expands throughout the town.
Source: HBCニュース 北海道放送