*This is a news report written in Japan.
A snow sculpture of the Xi Gundam from MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM HATHAWAY The Sorcery of Nymph Circe will be featured at the 2026 Sapporo Snow Festival, held in Sapporo, Hokkaido from Wednesday, February 4 to Wednesday, February 11 (a national holiday).
To commemorate this, a brand-new illustration has been revealed, depicting Hathaway, Gigi, and Kenneth enjoying the snow sculpture in their winter attire.
This marks the third consecutive year that the Gundam series has participated in the Sapporo Snow Festival. This time, the Xi Gundam will be brought to life as a medium-sized snow sculpture.
A fully-wrapped container will also be on-site to serve as a merchandise booth. Products created in collaboration with local Hokkaido companies will be on sale, including Yoitomake Gundam ver. and Eihire Gundam Ver.
Additionally, a Gundam Special Booth will be set up at the Tsudome Site. It will feature the Gundam R (Recycle) Operation, a recycling initiative through Gundam, as well as a photo spot with the new illustration. Be sure to stop by!
【Event Outline】
Name: 2026 Sapporo Snow Festival (The 76th)
Dates: February 4 (Wed) - February 11 (Wed, National Holiday), 2026
Official Website: https://www.snowfes.com/
【Event Details】
Venue: Odori Site 7-chome HBC Plaza (Address: Odori Nishi 7-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo)
Details: Medium-sized snow sculpture, merchandise booth
Snow Sculpture Name: Xi Gundam
Hours:
・Snow Sculpture Display: Illuminated until 10:00 PM
・Merchandise Booth: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM (Tentative)
<Merchandise (Partial Lineup)>
*Images are for illustrative purposes only.
*Numbered tickets may be distributed at the merchandise booth during crowded periods.
*Some of the products above are also scheduled to be sold at other venues and will be available for general sale after the event period.
*Products, product names, and prices are subject to change without notice.
*Plastic model kits from the Gundam R (Recycle) Operation are limited to one per person. Supplies are limited.
*Participation in the plastic model building experience is on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that as seating is limited, entry may be refused if all seats are occupied.
*Event details are subject to change or cancellation without notice.