A lantern float at the Aomori Nebuta Festival
A lantern float at the Aomori Nebuta Festival

The Aomori Nebuta Festival青森ねぶた祭

The Aomori Nebuta Festival is a highly anticipated summer event in Japan, featuring the Nebuta parade, which showcases floats carried through the city. The parade is accompanied by Haneto dancers and musicians, all dressed in colorful costumes. Participation in the parade as a Haneto is open to anyone, as long as they are wearing the proper costume, which can be purchased at supermarkets and department stores.

Highlights

  • Parade of massive decorated lanterns

  • Taiko drummers and dancers

  • Fireworks

  • Street Food

Venue

  • Utō Shrine ⎯ 善知鳥神社

    Address

    2 Chome-7-18 Yasukata, Aomori, 030-0803

    Getting There

    • 10 minutes walk from Aomori Station (青森駅)
    Visit Venue Page

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