The Milk & Shake 2027: Cultural Innovation Experience & Expo

Where technology, academia, and the creative economy converge in Sapporo.

Something massive is happening in Hokkaido.

The Milk & Shake isn’t another sit-in-your-seat corporate summit. It’s a 4-day immersive convergence brought to life for emerging founders, creative rebels, tech innovators, and global minds who build impact-driven solutions.

From Wednesday, May 5th to Saturday, May 8th, 2027, we’re taking over Sapporo. Expect high-stakes intelligence exchanges, 48-hour build challenges, curated city tours, live podcasts, film screenings, interactive workshops, and high-energy networking over outdoor BBQs and fresh drinks.

If you’re building the future—whether with code, camera, or culture—this is where you belong.

🗓️ WHAT’S HAPPENING ACROSS 4 DAYS

• WEDNESDAY, MAY 5 | The Opening & The Launch

  • Welcome Outdoor BBQ: Kick off the week with delegates, founders, and creators from all across Japan and abroad.

  • The Shake Forum: A high-stakes strategic intelligence session setting the tone for the week.

  • Dare Lab Kickoff: Official launch of two 48-hour pressure-cooker challenges: Code48 (AI Hackathon) and Cut48 (Film Challenge).

• THURSDAY, MAY 6 | Leadership & Network

  • The Shake Executive Innovation Leadership Circle (Day 1): Closed-door, high-level strategic intelligence sessions.

  • Exclusive Executive Dinner: High-impact, intimate dining experience for VIP pass holders.

• FRIDAY, MAY 7 | Culture, Exploration & Submissions

  • The Shake Executive Innovation Leadership Circle (Day 2): Final closed-door executive session.

  • Explore Sapporo Tour: A curated trek across iconic Sapporo spots alongside fellow festival-goers.

  • Dare Lab Final Submissions: 48 hours are up! Code & film submissions lock in at midnight.

• SATURDAY, MAY 8 | BEACON (The Mainstage Festival)

  • 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | BeyondTech Opening performance, 3 ultra-fast keynotes, 2 fireside chats, a late-night-style talk show, live startup pitches, and the Code48 Hackathon Pitches.

  • 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | SparkHub Networking Connect, trade contacts, and grab lunch with participants and speakers.

  • 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Hands-On Workshops Simultaneous tracks across Vibecoding, Product Sales, AI Research Synthesis, turning research into business, AI Content Creation, Social Marketing, Live Painting, and Storytelling.

  • 4:15 PM – 4:45 PM | International Pitch Competition Global founders face off with rapid-fire pitches.

  • 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | BeyondART & Film Festival Indie film showcases, Cut48 challenge premieres, and live podcast-style keynotes on music, art, and creative expression.

  • 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM | The Grand Closing Party Celebrate the week with fresh juice, zobo, live beats, and incredible vibes.

🎟️ SELECT YOUR PASS

⚡ BEACON PASS - MainStage (Saturday Only)

Perfect for Hokkaido local foreign residents, students, and creators who want full-day access to Saturday's energy.

• Includes: Full Saturday access to BeyondTech, SparkHub Networking, all Afternoon Workshops, International Pitch Competition, BeyondART, and the Grand Closing Party.

• Price: ¥7,500

🚀 DARE CHALLENGER PASS (Hackathon & Film Challenge)

Built for developers, filmmakers, students, and hackers entering Code48 or Cut48.

• Includes: Full entry into Code48 (AI Hackathon) or Cut48 (Film Challenge), Wednesday Welcome BBQ, Saturday BEACON All-Day Access, and pitch/showcase opportunities on the main stage.

• Price: ¥5,500 (Subsidized rate for competitors)

🌐 CONVERGENCE PASS (Full 4-Day Festival Pass)

The complete Milk & Shake journey for founders, innovators, creative directors, and professionals.

• Includes:

  • Wednesday Welcome Outdoor BBQ & The Shake Forum

  • Dare Lab Access (Audience / Mentor)

  • Friday Explore Sapporo City Tour

  • Full Saturday BEACON Pass (BeyondTech, Workshops, BeyondART, Closing Party)

• Price: ¥10,000

👑 CATALYST CIRCLE (VIP Executive All-Access)

Exclusively for C-suite leaders, investors, directors, and keynote speakers requiring high-tier networking and closed-door access.

• Includes:

  • EVERYTHING in the Convergence Pass

  • Thursday & Friday closed-door Executive Innovation Leadership Circles

  • Thursday Exclusive Executive Dinner

  • Priority seating at all BEACON tracks & VIP lounge access

• Price: ¥20,000

📍 VENUE & LOCATION

• City: Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan

• Main Hub: Details sent directly to ticket holders upon booking.

• Language: Main sessions hosted in English, with multi-cultural networking throughout.

Note: Early bird pricing is limited to the first 50 ticket buyers per tier. Grab your pass early to lock in your place at Sapporo's most exciting gathering of 2027!