Shiroikoibito Park in Sapporo will hold a special illumination event from December 27, 2021 until March 14, 2022! The ‘Chocolate Factory of Light and Love’ is perfect for couples to visit during these cooler months.
A popular event each year, the Shiroikoibito Park Illumination was cancelled last year due to the pandemic. As this event is held inside, it offers some shelter from the cold as guests wander through the 85-meter-long course. An escape game will also be held for the first time at the location, and will involve two participants attempting to solve riddles based on ‘love’ and ‘chocolate.’ The room is decorated with luxurious antique items imported from England.
Escape Game! Escape from the Chocolate Laboratory
Running: January 7 – March 14, 2022
Hours: 10:00-16:00
Reservations Available at Ticket Counter
Location: Study Base – Cacao Pod
Chocolate Take-Out
Available: February 11 – February 14, 2022 / March 12 – March 14, 2022
Hours: 10:00 until sold out
Price: ¥500 (Tax Included)
Location: Tudor House 1F Special Event Space
Dessert Set (with Drink): ¥1,700 (Tax Included)
Very Cocoa Set (with Drink: ¥1,700 (Tax Included)
Chocolate & Berries: ¥800 (Tax Included)
One-sided Love Hot Cocoa: ¥550 (Tax Included)
Beef Stew with Hokkaido Beef (served with bread or rice): ¥1,380 (Tax Included)
Chocolate Baumkuchen: ¥1,512 (Tax Included)
Where to Buy: Piccadilly Shop
On sale January 15, 2022 (Valentine’s Day Exclusive)
Select Chocolates: ¥648 (Tax Included)
Where to Buy: Piccadilly Shop
On sale January 15, 2022
Inspired by the novel ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,’ Shiroikoibito Park was opened to bring people together with sweets. How could guests not be happy in such a magical place?
Information
Shiroikoibito Park ~Chocolate Factory of Light and Love~
Running: December 27, 2021 – March 14, 2022
Ticket Office Open: 10:00-16:30 *Tickets available until 16:00
Official Site: https://www.shiroikoibitopark.jp/
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