It’s funny how a country like Japan can do Christmas better than most Christian countries. Just visit Shiroi Koibito Park at night and see!
Visiting Shiroi Koibito Park during Hokkaido’s winter is essential to experience the snowy paradise that you see above. However, visiting at night is essential to take your experience to Harry Potter levels of magical! When all the Christmas lights and decorations are in full flight, Shiroi Koibito Park turns into a fantasy world like nothing you’ve ever seen before.
Festive Atmosphere
There’s so much to marvel at when strolling through this wonderful entertainment park. Bright Christmas trees and tinker bells decorate the area and bring life to the cold and dark winter nights of Sapporo. Friends, families, and couples rejoice in the festivities to enjoy the lights, exhibits, decorations, and musical performances at Shiroi Koibito Park.
UK Christmas Vibes
For those yearning for the UK Christmas experience, you’ll be pleased to see some of the decorative shops and interactive exhibits at Shiroi Koibito Park. For instance, the Brighton dessert shop and the double-decker night bus, both of which are decorated in bright dangling lights to really give off that British Christmas spirit!
Chilling in the Double-Decker!
More than just a cool exhibit to look at, the big double-decker bus is open for visitors to walk in and take a seat.
You can sit on the many bus seats at the lower or upper deck and enjoy scenic views of Shiroi Koibito Park from a high altitude.
Grab yourself a hot chocolate and enjoy the warmth of the big British bus as you gaze out at the beautiful Christmas lights on display.
Eyeing that Gingerbread House…
Don’t forget that Shiroi Koibito Park is ultimately a chocolate factory and home to Japan’s European-style biscuit brand Shiroi Koibito. Enjoy these amazing works of art and get your mouth watering at the big gingerbread house and candy trees surrounding the main building.
Open wide, come inside!
Don’t just let your mouth water, take that confectionary lust and explore the many cafes and restaurants inside the main building.
You’ll feel like you’ve just entered Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry during the school holidays when you see the amazing layout and decorations of this place!
I recommend trying Butlers Wharf Cafe for an indulgent experience with some of Shiroi Koibito’s best gourmet chocolate desserts!
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