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Sapporo Creative Convention > NoMaps 2020

Sapporo Creative Convention NoMaps is back with its 2020 edition, this time in a new online format (unfortunately only in Japanese this year), but as always, with another fresh lineup of speakers and tons of inspiring programs, including conferences, exhibitions, meet-ups, music events, as well as short films screenings - the Sapporo International Short Film Festival.About NoMapsNoMaps is an event that seeks to cross borders between media arts, music, film, education, urban development, with the aim to draw new ideas for social experiment and innovation. The event targets professionals who are actively engaged in building the society of tomorrow, through creative ideas and new technology.
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SAPPORO SHORT FEST 2020

Introducing the Sapporo International Short Film Festival and Market, another centerpiece of the NoMaps Week!Cementing its reputation as one of Japan's largest and most respected showcases of short form cinema, this year, the festival has attracted 3,873 total submissions from 108 countries, with the final 102 films / 34 countries selected.As we say in Japan, Fall is the best season for arts, so get your tickets now and enjoy a month-long short film viewing from home!! For users from outside of JapanOnline tickets will be available on FilmFreeway.com
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COVID-19 > Latest Information & Resources

As Japan moves through the restriction stages set to manage the impact of the Coronavirus (Covid-19), Sapporo Convention Bureau is tailoring its support services to provide as much information, advice and assistance to our clients and stakeholders. We are closely monitoring the situation here in Sapporo and around the country, and are regularly in contact with our government, so that appropriate support programs can be developed.Restrictions on TravelPhased Measures for Resuming Cross-Border TravelBorder Enforcement MeasuresTravel Advisory InformationRestrictions on Events & Large GatheringsAs of September 19, the government has lifted the 5,000-person cap imposed on large venues that are able to hold more than 10,000 people, replacing it with up to 50% of the capacity rule. Meanwhile, with strict hygiene rules, events with less than 5,000 people can be held again in full capacity.GuidelinesJapan Convention Management AssociationGuidelines on Hosting MICE Events in the COVID-19 PandemicJapan Exhibition AssociationExhibition Industry Guidelines for Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 InfectionJapan National Tourism OrganizationInformation page for Meetings & EventsPublic Health Information & Safety TipsJapan Visitor HotlineMultilingual Medical Institutions & SupportHokkaido COVID-19 Information SiteHokkaido Foreign Residents Support CenterSapporo Help Desk for Foreign Residents
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Sapporo Teine nominated for Japan’s Best Ski Resort of the World Ski Awards

Our partner Sapporo Teine has been nominated for Japan's Best Ski Resort category of the 2020 World Ski Awards.Celebrated for hosting the 1972 Winter Olympic Games, Sapporo Teine held numerous alpine skiing events. With 15 unique trails split between two distinct, interconnected areas, Sapporo Teine offers a range of terrain for all ability levels. Just 15 km from Sapporo’s bustling city center, it takes around 30 minutes to reach Sapporo Teine and the ski area conveniently accessible via public transport. Sapporo Teine is the ideal destination for visitors wishing to experience the Hokkaido powder snow while staying in vibrant Sapporo.The winner will be announced in Kitzbühel, Austria this November and we need your support!! Voting is open until September 25, 2020.
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Okurayama Ski Jump Stadium > New Restaurant and Event Space

Once the venue for the 1972 Winter Olympics, Okurayama Ski Jump Stadium is making a grand renewal opening.In addition to Sapporo Olympic Museum and an observatory lounge, the venue is now equipped with an event space and a French restaurant overlooking a gigantic ski jump slope, not to mention its spectacular view of downtown Sapporo.Restaurant ‘Nouvelle Pousse’Group size: 45 peopleEvent SpaceGroup size: 50 people! The numbers are based on the current social distancing measures and are subject to change.English website is under construction.