Apaman Shop Official Characters 'Bear-kun & Hani-chan' to Release 5th '50-On Dance Project' Otaru Edition on June 10

Apaman Shop, operated by APAMAN Co., Ltd. (Chuo-ku, Tokyo; President & Representative Director: Mamoru Yamazaki), which boasts the No.1 record in both the number of stores and contracts in the rental housing brokerage industry, will release the 'Otaru Edition' as the 4th installment of its '50-On Dance Project' on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. In this project, the company's official characters 'Bear-kun' and 'Hani-chan' perform short dances themed around various cities across Japan. In this 'Otaru Edition', set in Otaru, a city that has developed as a historic port town, the video introduces the nostalgic scenery along the canal and the exotic streetscape. Bear-kun expresses the charm of Otaru through dances that blend into the landscape, such as the canal showing different faces by day and night, and the glass craft culture where artisan traditions thrive. *This video does not represent an official partnership with Otaru or any of its facilities. This initiative is a short video content project aimed at promoting regional charm using corporate characters, with the goal of widely disseminating the appeal of various regions through short videos. 50-On Dance 5th Edition: Otaru 'Bear-kun' Background and Purpose This project leverages the unique network of Apaman Shop, which has stores nationwide, to introduce cities across Japan in the order of the Japanese syllabary (Gojuon) through short dances. By having Bear-kun and Hani-chan perform dances themed around various cities, the project aims to create opportunities for viewers to encounter the names and charms of those cities, fostering interest and familiarity with different regions. Highlights of the Otaru Edition The 'Otaru Edition' expresses the diverse charms of Otaru, including its historic streetscapes centered around the Otaru Canal, its cultural appeal known for glass crafts, and the unique scenery of a port town. Against the backdrop of the atmospheric canal-side landscape and exotic streets, Bear-kun will joyfully deliver the unique appeal of Otaru. Otaru Bear-kun 50-On Dance: City of 'O' Dance Choreography 1. Keep the rhythm 2. Gaze gracefully at the canal 3. Gently rock on the boat Otaru Otaru Canal, Boats, Glass Crafts Promoting the Appeal of Living in Otaru Otaru is a port town where time flows slowly, surrounded by beautiful canals and historic streetscapes. Not only can you experience the scenery of the four seasons up close, but the area also offers well-developed commercial facilities and public transportation, providing a high level of living convenience. It is an area where you can enjoy a rich Hokkaido-style lifestyle, harmonizing the atmospheric townscape with ease of living. About Apaman Shop Stores in the Otaru Area Otaru offers the unique charm of a city colored by canal views and snowy landscapes, along with the appeal of a Hokkaido-style lifestyle. Apaman Shop, while envisioning a new life in Otaru, will support customers in finding a home that matches their lifestyle and desired conditions, providing locally-rooted information. [Apaman Shop Otaru Store] Location: 3F Showa Building, 10-21 Inaho 3-chome, Otaru City, Hokkaido 047-0032 Business Hours: 09:00-19:00 *Available outside business hours Phone: 0134-31-3531 Regular Holiday: Wednesday Store Page: https://www.apamanshop.com/shop/01065702/ Official Social Media Accounts X (Twitter) https://x.com/apamanshop Instagram https://www.instagram.com/apaman_shop/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/TheApamanshopchannel TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@apaman_shop Facebook https://www.facebook.com/apamanshopcom/ *1 No.1 in Rental Housing Brokerage Contracts Survey Overview and Method: Desk research and interview survey targeting the 'rental housing brokerage industry' Contract Target Period: September 1, 2024 - August 31, 2025 Survey Conducted by: Tokyo Shoko Research, Ltd. Survey Period: October 1, 2025 - October 27, 2025 Comparison Target Companies: Major 10 companies operating in the 'rental housing brokerage industry' (limited to brands with unified store facades) *Overseas corporations are excluded (however, independent Japanese corporations are included) *2 No.1 in Number of Rental Housing Brokerage Stores Survey Overview and Method: Desk research and interview survey targeting the 'rental housing brokerage industry' Survey Period: May 14, 2024 - May 28, 2024 Survey Conducted by: Excre Co., Ltd. Comparison Target Companies: Major 10 companies operating in the 'rental housing brokerage industry' *Overseas corporations are excluded (however, independent Japanese corporations are included) [About APAMAN Co., Ltd.] APAMAN Co., Ltd. (Chuo-ku, Tokyo; President & Representative Director: Mamoru Yamazaki) is a consolidated subsidiary of EL CAMINO REA Co., Ltd. (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Koji Omura) and operates the rental housing brokerage franchise (FC) business under the 'Apaman Shop' brand, which boasts one of the largest numbers of franchise stores in Japan. URL: https://apamanshop-hd.co.jp/corporate-group/ Apaman Shop recruitment information here URL: https://apamanshop-job.net/jobfind-pc/ [Press Inquiries Regarding This Matter] APAMAN Co., Ltd. Public Relations Marunouchi Trust Tower N Building, 19F, 1-8-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo Tel: 0570-058-889