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Immerse yourself in the magical world of the Yokote Kamakura Snow Hut Festival with our exclusive 2-day, 1-night tour! This enchanting festival, held for over 450 years, transforms the snow-covered city of Yokote into a winter wonderland, with hundreds of snow huts (kamakura) glowing with candlelight. Guided by a knowledgeable English-speaking guide, you’ll explore the festival’s rich traditions, enjoy local specialties like mochi and amazake, and experience the unique warmth and hospitality found within each snow hut. With expertly arranged accommodations and front-row access to the festival’s highlights, this tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and winter charm—an unforgettable experience in the heart of Japan’s snowy landscapes.
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2 Days Private Tour in Yokote Kamakura Snow Hut Festival
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“Goshougake Nature Research Route” is a walking trail by Goshougake Onsen, where you can observe geothermal activities associated with volcanoes. The snowshoes route leads you through fluffy new snow at an altitude of 1000m. The sight can make you want to dive into the snow right away! At the destination Oyunuma, you can see close up the whizzing steam rising up. It is a rare spot where you can feel with allbody and soul the planet Earth itself. We also have a coffee break. After walking, take a day-time bathing of Goshougake Onsen recommended. *The short course is suitable for beginners and those that are not confident in their physical ability. *The long course is the scenic route with more up-down trails. Recommended for the more adventurous and those that want to fully immerse in the snow experience.
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Fluffy New Snow and the Earth beating, Goshougake Oyunuma Snowshoeing Tour
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Experience Japan’s top fireworks competition — the Omagari Fireworks Festival — from your reserved seat! This special event happens once a year and features the best fireworks artists from across Japan. They compete for the top prize, the Prime Minister’s Award. This tour offers two options: a reserved seat-only plan, or a plan that includes round-trip bus transportation from Sendai Station. Enjoy amazing fireworks set to music, lighting up the summer night sky. This is more than just a show — it’s a contest of beauty and skill. Join us for a night full of lights, sounds, and unforgettable memories! The festival takes place every year on the last Saturday of August and attracts more than 700,000 visitors. It features two parts: - Daytime fireworks, known for colorful smoke effects and artistic shapes. - Nighttime fireworks, showcasing traditional shell fireworks, synchronized music displays, and breathtaking starmine performances.
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Omagari Fireworks Festival Reserved Seats, Bus Option from Sendai
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Eat and drink like a local in Kakunodate! Your guided tours provide in-person guides through two local izakayas and a snack bar at the end. All food and drinks will be included with the guides selecting the best of each izakayas to cater your cravings. Finish off at a snack bar and enjoy singing karaoke with the local mama-san who runs these bars! The best way to spend the night while learning more about Kakunodate with an English speaking guide! We will contact you for your choice of izakaya and snack bar. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies. It is best to book at least a week in advance if you are planning to take the tour during high peak seasons, as many izakaya and snack bars can be fully booked. Please do understand there may be a limited number of izakaya options due to regular holidays or short reserving times. Due to the nature of the event, all participants must be 20 years or older. This is the legal drinking age under Japanese law.
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Izakaya and Bar Hopping Tour in Kakunodate
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Omagari in Akita is one of the sacred places for Japanese pyrotechnicians. The fireworks artists gather there and compete their skill. The competition will be held in 29th August in Omagari, Akita. Be moved by fireworks drawn in the Summer night sky by pyrotechnicians. In this night, hotel accommodations surrounded the venue are fully booked and difficult to reserve every year. We offer not only tickets but also Hotel/lodge stay for participants. make sure to select one of options for your accommodation at the night of the festival. -Food and Drink- Please prepare your own dinner on the day. There will be food stalls at the venue, but drinks may sell out early, so we recommend that you bring your own drinks. -Weather and Temperature- At night the temperature drops to 20°C (68°F). We recommend bringing a raincoat in case of rain.
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Experience the Magic of Akita's Omagari Fireworks Festival
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Enjoy snowshoeing in a park near the city covered white world with your guide. You may even find the footprints of rabbits and other animals. After a 15-minute snowshoeing, you can take photos and interact with an Akita dog. Known as the loyal dog Hachiko, the Akita dog is designated as a natural monument of Japan. Although it is a large dog, it is said to be loyal, obedient, obedient to commands, and close to its owner. You can have a special experience interacting with an Akita dog in Akita, the birthplace of the Akita dog. Be fascinated by the snow country and the cuteness of the Akita dog. After interacting with the Akita dog and snowshoeing, you can return to the hotel and see the hotel's snowplow. You can also play in the snow. This is a two-day tour that includes accommodation at a hotel and allows you to experience Japan's snow country.
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Snowshoe Experience in Akita Yuzawa Winter Park with an Akita Dog
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