Events & Festivals
Tohoku Region
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Akita
Summer festivals & Events
Omagari Fireworks Festival (Omagari Hanabi)
3.95 1With over 100 years of history, Omagari Hanabi is Japan’s largest firework competition, held on the last Saturday of every August, attracting nearly 700,000 visitors.
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Complete Guide to Japanese Fireworks Festivals
A summer visit to Japan isn’t complete without the addition of a fireworks festival. In this guide we’ll cover not only the Top Three Firework Festivals in Japan, but a few other popular fireworks held across the country, as well. There are also some pro tips and important reminders to help you enjoy these events to the fullest, so be sure to read to the end!
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25 Things to Do in Akita
Akita is a place where you can find many landscapes full of traditional Japanese charm. If you're visiting Akita, be sure to explore its tourist spots that reflect traditional Japanese culture and customs, as well as some of Japan's most renowned hidden hot springs. This article introduces the best attractions, shopping spots, and events in Akita to help you fully experience its charm.
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Iwate,Aomori
Sanriku International Arts Festival
A heritage of performing arts, from one generation to the next.
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An Expedition into the Culture of Tohoku and the Sanriku Coast: A Walking Tour via the Michinoku Coastal Trail
Sanriku Coast is the shoreline that stretches from Hachinohe City in Aomori Prefecture to Ishinomaki City in Miyagi Prefecture. While the region saw tremendous damage after the tsunami triggered by the Great East Japan Earthquake in March 2011, the abundant mountains and sea have continued to nurture the lives and distinct culture of those who live here since ancient times. Take to the Michinoku Coastal Trail, a new path built after tragedy, and step into a world of robust food culture and remarkable folk arts that are shaped by the landscapes tucked between forest and sea.
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[Iwate Prefecture] Breathe Deep and Step into the Heritage of Performing Arts in Sanriku
Sanriku Coast is the shoreline that stretches from Hachinohe City in Aomori Prefecture to Ishinomaki City in Miyagi Prefecture. While the region saw tremendous damage after the tsunami triggered by the Great East Japan Earthquake in March 2011, the area has continued to nurture its unique culture in tandem with the sea and mountains since ancient times.
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