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Sapporo Collection 2025 Spring/Summer: Highlights from Hokkaido's Fashion Festival

On April 26th, the Sapporo Collection 2025 SPRING/SUMMER (or 'Satsukore 2025SS') took place at the North Hokkaido Sports Center in Toyohira, Sapporo, gathering an impressive total of 4,855 attendees from across the country. This marked the 22nd occurrence of the event, themed "Venus," celebrating the arrival of spring and encouraging participants to rediscover their unique brilliance.

The runway was splendidly adorned with over 140 talented participants, offering a diverse array of performances over an exhilarating six-hour stage show. From the opening moments to the closing finale, the day was filled with vibrant displays of creativity and fashion.

The event was livestreamed for free on "MixChannel," an app developed by DONUTS Inc., allowing online audiences to enjoy the array of performances. Additionally, snippets and memorable moments from the show, along with comments from participants, were shared on various official Sapporo Collection social media channels including X, Instagram, and TikTok. The enthusiasm surrounding the hashtag #サツコレ led many attendees to share their experiences online, enriching the event’s community vibe.

Special Guests and Highlights

As the event unfolded, the excitement grew significantly when the date for the next collection, the Sapporo Collection 2025 AUTUMN/WINTER, was announced to take place on November 1, 2025, drawing cheers and anticipation from the crowd. Popular personalities such as the event's hosts, Saori Omata and comedian Tomoharu Shinjawa, set the stage for an exhilarating experience, reflecting the innovative spirit of Hokkaido's fashion scene.

Another highlight was the announcement of the grand prize winner from the Sapporo Collection 2025 Spring/Summer Model Audition, which saw contestants from various backgrounds. 16-year-old Risa Kitamura, hailing from Sapporo, won the title, bringing tears of joy as she thanked her supporters for their votes. She was praised for her confident runway presence, and her appearance in the 4th stage fashion show is eagerly anticipated by fans.

Fashion Stages and Performances

The Fashion Stage featured influential models, ranked among the best in Japan, that captivated the audience. Nakki Shibuya made an unforgettable entrance in a vibrant pink dress at the MERCURYDUO stage, receiving rapturous applause. Other notable appearances included popular models and influencers like Hana Otomo and Kana, showcasing emotional and feminine casual styles.

Following that, the moment advanced in fashion as models presented daily wear infused with trendy elements at the moment+ stage, featuring personalities like Seira Anzai and Arina Yoshida who engaged the audience with dynamic performances.

Music and Dance

Music also played a crucial role in the festival, with performances from themed music groups like CUTIE STREET, DXTEEN, and IS:SUE drawing in the crowd with electrifying energy. The latter group, formed from finalists of the popular survival audition program