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Celebrate Obon at Sogo Chiba Store!

This Obon season, escape the heat and enjoy the festive atmosphere indoors at Sogo Chiba Store. From August 7th to August 14th, the store will host a vibrant event featuring nostalgic games, delicious festival food, and fun activities suitable for both children and adults. Gather your family and friends and enjoy the delightful festivities in a comfortable, air-conditioned environment.

Festival Delights

The food stalls at the event will offer a variety of culinary delights:

• - Natural Ice Shaved Ice from Tokujirou (1 cup) ¥1,001

Made using the pure water from the Nikko mountain range, this traditional Japanese shaved ice melts softly in your mouth, delivering a gentle and refreshing taste.

• - Plain Candy Apple from CANDYCORT (1 piece) ¥750

Prepared using seasonal apples from Aomori Prefecture, savor the juicy sweetness of this delightful treat.

• - Popcorn from Mark-kun (1 piece) ¥800

Sogo's Traditional Festival Activities

From August 9th to August 11th, participate in enjoyable traditional festival games and activities:

• - Digital Shooting Game - Bacuun! (1 round) ¥300

Use a suction cup-equipped gun to shoot at targets on a digital screen. Earn points and receive prizes based on your score!

• - Super Ball Fishing / Yo-Yo Fishing / Tin Fish Fishing - each game ¥200

Enjoy traditional summer festival fishing games with a modern twist!

These activities are hosted in collaboration with the Chiba City Zoological Park.

Summer Animal Quiz Rally

From August 9th to August 17th, join the Summer Animal Quiz Rally! Test your knowledge about the animals living at Chiba City Zoological Park by answering quizzes placed at four checkpoints around the store. Complete the quiz and send the completed keyword to the official Sogo Chiba Store LINE account. The first 200 participants to answer correctly will receive original merchandise from Chiba City Zoological Park!

Quiz Locations:

• - 1st Floor: Main Entrance near the Station
• - 6th Floor: Event Venue
• - 6th Floor: Next to Sukusuku Plaza
• - 10th Floor: Restaurant Area (in front of the escalator)

Prizes Redeeming Location:

• - 1st Floor: Store Information Center

Photo Session with Fuutakun, the Zoo's Mascot

On August 10th, guests can join a photo session with Fuutakun, the beloved mascot of Chiba City Zoological Park. Sessions will be held at noon and at 2 PM, with each session lasting approximately 20 minutes. Be sure to capture some memorable moments!

Exclusive Offers for Annual Passport Holders

During this festive event from August 9th to August 17th, visitors who present an annual passport or same-day admission ticket from Chiba City Zoological Park will receive a complimentary gift: Chayon no Yakata Cool Dipping Sauce with Sesame Flavor (3 packs of 36g each).
The giveaway is available only while supplies last, limited to one item per ticket presented.

Visit Sogo Chiba Store

Sogo Chiba Store is not just a shopping destination but also a place where unforgettable summer memories can be created. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy a traditional Obon festival under the air-conditioned comfort of the store. For more information, check the Sogo Chiba website.

Store Hours:

• - 10 AM to 8 PM
• - Restaurants: 11 AM to 10 PM (10th Floor)