Apr 29
~
May 3

Yuasa Andon Paper Lamp Stand Exhibition

6:30pm – 9:00pm
Free
Wakayama

Stroll through the streets of Yuasa, a town carefully preserved in the Samurai-period style as it is lit by over 500 handmade lanterns. Crafted by artists from across Japan as well as local schoolchildren, the lanterns are placed throughout the streets along with calming musical performances. There is a photography competition for shots of the event taking place with prizes and an exhibition at a local gallery.

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29th Apr–3rd May, 2020
6:30pm – 9:00pm
Free
http://www.yuasa-machinami... ⚠️ Link in Japanese
JR Yuasa Station
Use the Japan Rail Pass to get here.

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