Kamakura-igloos with candles in the Hirosaki Park
Kamakura-igloos with candles in the Hirosaki Park

Hirosaki Castle Yuki-Doro Festival弘前城雪燈籠まつり

For five days in February, the Hirosaki Park is transformed into a winter wonderland as candles and lanterns are used to decorate the area. This event, which is one of the five major snow festivals of Tohoku, creates a breathtaking fairy tale atmosphere that is not to be missed.

Highlights

  • Snow lanterns

  • Mini-kamakuras-igloos lit with candles

  • Tree illumination

  • Displays of projection mapping on snow sculptures

Opening Hours

10:00~21:00

Venue

  • Hirosaki Castle ⎯ 弘前城

    Address

    1 Shimoshiroganecho, Hirosaki, Aomori 036-8356, Japan

    Getting There

    • 15 minutes walk from Chūō-Hirosaki Station (中央弘前駅)
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