Hirosaki Castle Snow Lantern Festival

Name: Hirosaki Castle Snow Lantern Festival
Start: 2023-02-09T10:00Z+09:00
End: 2023-02-12T21:00Z+09:00

10:00am – 9:00pm

Free

Matsuri

Hirosaki

Making the best of the truckloads of snow that cover Hirosaki each winter, the Hirosaki Castle Snow Lantern Festival surrounds the quaint little castle with approximately 200 snow lanterns along with numerous kamakura (small igloos) and snow sculptures.

During the day there are concerts and performances. There’s even a giant snow slide for the kids.

Hirosaki castle snow festival — Photo by Tohoku Tourism Promotion Organization

(JC Team)

Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.

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Dates

9th Feb–12th Feb, 2023

Start/End Time 10:00am – 9:00pm

Name in Japanese 弘前城雪燈籠まつり

Venue Hirosaki Castle

Entry Free

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