This is a news article written in Japan.

The "2026 Sapporo Snow Festival" is in full swing and receiving rave reviews in Sapporo, Hokkaido.

For the Gundam series' third appearance at the festival, a medium-sized snow sculpture of the Ξ Gundam from the current blockbuster hit, "MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM HATHAWAY The Sorcery of Nymph Circe," has arrived at the Sapporo Snow Festival's Odori Site. It is also illuminated for a spectacular nighttime display.
A fully-wrapped container has also been set up as a merchandise booth, offering products created in collaboration with local Hokkaido companies, including "Yoitomake Gundam ver." and "Eihire Gundam Ver.".

In addition, the Tsudome Site is home to a "Gundam Special Booth." This area features the "Gundam R (Recycle) Operation," a recycling initiative centered around Gundam, as well as a photo spot with exclusive new illustrations.

The festival runs until Wednesday, February 11th (a national holiday), so be sure to visit.

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2026 Sapporo Snow Festival Gundam Series Event Overview

Dates: Wednesday, February 4 - Wednesday, February 11, 2026 (National Holiday)

Location: Odori Site 7-chome, HBC Plaza (Address: Odori Nishi 7-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo)
Activities: Medium-sized snow sculpture, merchandise booth
Name of Snow Sculpture: "Ξ Gundam"
Hours:
・Snow Sculpture Display: Lit up until 10:00 PM
・Merchandise Booth: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM (tentative)
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Images are for illustrative purposes only. Numbered tickets may be distributed at the merchandise booth during peak hours. Some of the products above are also scheduled for sale at other locations, and a general public release is planned after the event. Products for sale, product names, and prices are subject to change without notice.

Location: Tsudome Indoor Site (Address: 885-1 Sakaemachi, Higashi-ku, Sapporo)
Activities: "Gundam R (Recycle) Operation" / "MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM HATHAWAY The Sorcery of Nymph Circe" special photo spot, special exhibits, etc.
Hours: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

The plastic model kits distributed during the "Gundam R (Recycle) Operation" are limited to one per person. Supplies are limited.
Participation in the plastic model building workshop is on a first-come, first-served basis. Seating is limited, and entry may be denied if the area is at full capacity. We appreciate your understanding.
Event details are subject to change or cancellation without notice.

The "Gundam-go" Wrapped Tram

Service Period: Monday, February 2, 2026 - Sunday, January 31, 2027 (tentative)
Name: "Gundam-go"
Route: A loop service passing through Nishi 4-chome, Tanukikoji, Susukino, Shiseikan Shogakko-mae, Higashi Honganji-mae, Yamahana 9-jo, Nakajima Koen-dori, Gyokei-dori, Seishu Gakuen-mae, Yamahana 19-jo, Konan Shogakko-mae, Higashi Tonden-dori, Ishiyama-dori, Chuo Toshokan-mae, Densha Jigyosho-mae, Ropeway Iriguchi, Nishi-sen 16-jo, Nishi-sen 14-jo, Nishi-sen 11-jo, Nishi-sen 9-jo Asahiyama Koen-dori, Nishi-sen 6-jo, Nishi 15-chome, Chuo Kuyakusho-mae, and Nishi 8-chome.
Vehicle: 1 streetcar