"Wattsu! Yukinko Hiroba" will be held

~Let's enjoy the snow this winter!~
[40 days from January 12, 2009 (Monday/Holiday) to February 20 (Fri)]

January 5, 2009
East Nippon Expressway Co., Ltd.
Hokkaido Regional Head Office

NEXCO EAST Hokkaido Regional Head Office (Sapporo City Atsubetsu-ku, Regional Head Office President: Yuki Yamamoto) sends information about "Attractiveness" and "Energy" of Hokkaido in winter on the stage of Do-O Expressway Waatsu Parking Area (Out-bound: towards Sapporo) "Wattsu! Yukinko Hiroba" will be held.

Holding period

From January 12, 2009 (Monday/Holiday) to February 20 (Fri)

Venue

Do-O Expressway Waatsu Parking Area (PA) (Out-bound line: Sapporo direction)

Time

10:00 to 16:30 (Details Attached leaflet [PDF: 1.1MB] As of)

Content

[Snow slide]

It is a "snow slide" that both adults and children can enjoy.

[Snow light path]

In the evening, the magical "Snow-Akari no Michi" illuminated by candles will appear.

[Information Corner]

We will set up a pamphlet for information on winter events held in each municipality free of charge, and will help with tourism promotion.

[Winter Circus]

Land art using snow will appear in the pure white snow scene. It is a "snow art" that displays images at night.

[International standard snowball court]

An international standard snowball fight court. NEXCO EAST is the official sponsor of the Showa Shinzan International Snowball Battle.

[Snow image]

"Wattsu! A snow statue of the image character "Wakun" from "Yukinko Hiroba" will welcome you.

This year is the 4th time, "Wattsu! The Yukinko Hiroba is based on our "Management Philosophy"*1 and supports the tourism of Hokkaido. During the period, many tourists from abroad, including inside and outside Hokkaido, will enjoy the charm of Hokkaido in winter. And "energy" information is transmitted.

*1 “Management Philosophy”・・・“ NEXCO EAST Japan contributes to the revitalization of the entire Japanese economy by supporting the development of local communities and the improvement of living by maximizing the effects of the Expressway.”

Event schedule

  • The timing of holding and opening may change depending on snow conditions and weather.

Wattsu! Yukinko Hiroba: Information Corner, International Standard Official Snowball Battle Court 1/12-2/20, Snow Slide, Snow-lighted Road, Winter Circus, Snow Statue, Snowman Production Experience 2/4-11 Image Image

About "Snowball battle court"

Flyer (2nd sheet) [PDF: 1.1MB] It is as follows. You can use it for free.

[Time] Holidays 10:00 to 21:00 / Weekdays 18:00 to 21:00 (equipped with night equipment)
We will apply on a first-come, first-served basis, so please make an early reservation.

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