The park is owned by Ishiya Co., Ltd., the local confectioner that created the Shiroi Koibito cookie in 1976.
The name 'Shiroi Koibito' translates to 'White Lover,' referencing the white snowy landscape of Hokkaido.
The factory utilizes a conveyor belt system visible to the public to demonstrate the exact cooling and packaging process of the cookies.
During the winter season, the park grounds are illuminated with thousands of LED lights to create a festive winter display.
The onsite collection includes antique chocolate cups from the 18th and 19th centuries.
The 'Chocolate Carnival' clock tower features a parade of mechanical dolls that emerge during their song sequence.
Shiroi Koibito Park is a confectionery-themed amusement park centered around the production of Hokkaido's iconic Shiroi Koibito cookie. The facility features a factory viewing gallery where visitors can observe the manufacturing process of the white-chocolate-filled butter cookies. The park is designed with a Tudor-style aesthetic, complete with a mechanical clock tower that performs a 'Chocolate Carnival' show hourly. Visitors can participate in hands-on workshops to decorate their own large-sized cookies. The site also includes the Rose Garden, which displays over 200 varieties of English and historical roses during the summer months. An on-site chocolate museum details the history of cocoa consumption and includes a collection of vintage chocolate packaging. The complex houses multiple themed cafes and shops selling factory-exclusive merchandise.
The main courtyard in front of the Tudor-style clock tower, especially during the hourly mechanical parade.
Book the cookie-making workshop in advance via the official website to secure a spot, as these slots fill quickly.
Check the factory floor viewing schedule upon arrival to ensure your visit coincides with active production runs.
Visit the 'Chocotopia' area early in the day to avoid peak crowds and long queues for the interactive exhibits.
Avoid purchasing the cookies at the park entrance gift shop if you intend to explore the factory first, as you will have to carry them through the entire facility.
Open year-round, though the Rose Garden is inaccessible during the winter snow months.
Refrain from touching the glass displays in the factory area and follow signage regarding photography in restricted manufacturing zones.
