SHIROI KOIBITO PARK, Chocolate theme park and factory museum in Nishi-ku, Sapporo, Japan.
This confectionery destination features interactive exhibits, factory tours showcasing cookie production, hands-on workshops for creating personalized treats, and European-style architecture surrounded by landscaped gardens with over 200 rose varieties.
Officially opened on June 4, 1995, the park was established by Ishiya Inc. to showcase their famous Shiroi Koibito cookies, which became a signature Hokkaido souvenir featuring white chocolate sandwiched between delicate butter cookies.
The facility celebrates Japanese confectionery craftsmanship through live demonstrations of traditional cookie-making techniques, seasonal events reflecting local customs, and educational displays highlighting the evolution of Hokkaido's sweets industry.
Open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM with paid areas closing at 5:30 PM, the park is accessible via Tozai Subway Line to Miyanosawa Station and offers wheelchair-friendly facilities throughout the premises.
Visitors can observe the entire cookie production process through large observation windows while simultaneously serving as the training ground for Consadole Sapporo professional soccer team, combining confectionery tourism with sports facilities.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
