Summary
The Hokkaido Tourism Organization staged the Konna Tokoro da yo Hokkaido in Osaka event at KITTE Osaka on September 6 and 7, 2025.
The Hokkaido Tourism Organization staged the Konna Tokoro da yo Hokkaido in Osaka promotional event at KITTE Osaka, the mixed-use facility directly connected to JR Osaka Station, on September 6 and 7, 2025. The two-day event brought together seven regional partners to introduce Hokkaido’s food, culture and character merchandise to Osaka-area residents.
What happened
The event was held on both days from 11:00 to 20:00. In addition to a tourism information booth, the program included a giveaway of Hokkaido-themed prizes, the launch of a new Shimaenaga Kyun-chan plush toy in limited quantities, and a special Kyun-chan Original Gelato prepared with Atsuma-cho haskap sauce and Nakashibetsu-cho cream cheese served in the on-site cafe. Kyun-chan appeared in person for photo opportunities.
Why it matters
KITTE Osaka opened in 2024 and quickly became a high-traffic destination linked to JR Osaka Station. Hokkaido used the venue to reach domestic and inbound visitors passing through the Kansai region, positioning regional destinations such as Abashiri, Shiraoi, Nakafurano and Noboribetsu-Toya alongside major cities like Sapporo.
Key details
- Dates: September 6 and 7, 2025.
- Time: 11:00 to 20:00 both days.
- Venue: KITTE Osaka 2F @JPCafe, Umeda 3-2-2, Kita-ku, Osaka. Directly connected to JR Osaka Station.
- Participating groups: Abashiri City, City of Sapporo, Sapporo Shinko Kosha, Shiraoi Town, Nakafurano Tourism Association, Niseko Promotion Board, and the Noboribetsu-Toya Wide-Area Tourism Zone Council (seven groups).
- Highlights: Regional information booth, Kyun-chan mascot appearance, limited Shimaenaga Kyun-chan plush toy launch, and Kyun-chan Original Gelato served on site.
For international readers
International travellers passing through Osaka can note that KITTE Osaka has become one of the venues where Hokkaido tourism engages directly with domestic visitors. Similar events are staged periodically across Japan, and materials collected at such booths often include English-language brochures and current campaign links.
Source: Hokkaido Tourism Organization announcement.
Source Details
| Source | Hokkaido Tourism Organization |
|---|---|
| Original Title | 北海道観光プロモーション「こんなところだよ北海道 in大阪」開催！（9/6.9/7） |
| Original Published | 2025-08-21 |
| Region | Nationwide |
| Target Reader | general |
| Review Status | reviewed |
| Risk Level | normal |
| Original Source | Hokkaido Tourism Organization |
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