Showing posts with label Hirosaki. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Hirosaki. Show all posts

Thursday, 29 June 2017

Romantopia Dance Contest Star Festival in Souma 2017

Romantopia Dance Contest Star Festival in Souma 2017
第17回ロマントピア"舞"コンテスト 星まつりinそうま

(Romantopia "Mai" Contest Hoshi Matsuri in Souma)

A yosakoi dance contest where the winner is determined by attendees!

Star Festival in Souma 2017 flyer front 平成29年第17回ロマントピア Hirosaki City 弘前市 Star Festival in Souma 2017 flyer back 平成29年第17回ロマントピア Hirosaki City 弘前市

Date: Sunday July 16, 2017 (Rain or Shine!)
Time: 11:00-17:00
Location: Hoshi to Mori no Romantopia Souma, Hirosaki City
弘前市星 星と森のロマントピア・そうま (map)
Admission: Free

Wednesday, 28 June 2017

Hirosaki Neputa 2017

Hirosaki Neputa 2017 弘前ねぷた
Hirosaki Neputa 2017 poster 弘前ねぷた 平成29年 ポスター

Hirosaki Neputa features fan-shaped with illustrations representing images and themes from Chinese literature such as The Romance of the Three Kingdoms and Water Margin. There is often nudity and/or grotesque images such as severed heads and bloodied people depicted on Hirosaki Neputa. The often darker tone and relatively smaller size of the floats, as well as the strong involvement of community groups in the making of the floats as well as in participating in the parade itself give Hirosaki Neputa an intimate feeling that belies the size of the event.

Festival "Shout": Yayado, yayado!
Dates: August 1-7
Location: Central Hirosaki (map) Schedule: 
    August 1-4: Dotemachi Course (19:00 start)
    August 5-6: Ekimae Course (19:00 start)
    August 7: Nanuka-bi (Final Day) Dotemachi Nanuka-bi Course (10:00 start)
Admission: Free (paid seating available)

Tuesday, 13 June 2017

Shiro Fes 2017

Shiro Fes 2017

Hirosaki Dance and Performance Festival
Shiro Fes 2017 poster Hirosaki University Castle Park 弘前市 弘前城 弘前公園 弘前大学

Date: June 30-July 2, 2017
Time:
   Fri. Jun. 30: 16:00-21:30
   Sat. Jul 1: 10:00-21:30
   Sun. Jul 2: 10:30-20:30
Location:
   Jun. 30-Jul.1: Hirosaki University 弘前大学 (map)
   Jul 2: Hirosaki Castle Honmaru 弘前公園本丸敷地内 (map)
Admission: Free* (*events in park paid zone require admission fees)

Wednesday, 10 May 2017

Yosakoi Tsugaru Festival 2017

Yosakoi Tsugaru Festival 2017
第18回よさこい津軽
Official Website (Japanese): http://www.hcci.or.jp/txt/yosakoi
Yosakoi Tsugaru Festival 2017 poster 平成29年 第18回よさこい津軽 ポスター 弘前市 Hirosaki City

Yosakoi Tsugaru is a mix of Kochi Prefecture's Yosakoi Festival and Hokkaido's Yosakoi Soran Festival. It features a mix of parade and stage style performances along Hirosaki's central shopping arcade, Dotemachi.

Date: Sunday, June 25, 2017 (Rain or Shine!)
Time: 9:30-15:30

Location: Hirosaki City, Dotemachi 弘前土手町通り (Map)
(Road closures in effect from 9:00-16:00)
Admission: Free

Hirosaki City, Dotemachi 弘前土手町通り


More Information:
Official Event Website (Japanese): http://www.hcci.or.jp/txt/yosakoi

Old Hirosaki City Fireworks Gathering 2017

Old Hirosaki City Fireworks Gathering 2017
第12回古都ひろさき花火の集い2017
(Koto Hirosaki Hanabi no Tsudoi)
Official Website (Japanese): http://www.hiro-hanabi.com/

Enjoy an evening of fireworks by Iwaki River in Hirosaki City.
Old Hirosaki City Fireworks Gathering 2017 poster 平成29年第12回古都ひろさき花火の集い 弘前市 ポスター Koto Hirosaki Hanabi no Tsudoi Old Hirosaki City Fireworks Gathering 2017venue & road closures map 平成29年第12回古都ひろさき花火の集い 弘前市 会場案内図・周辺交通制限マップ Koto Hirosaki Hanabi no Tsudoi

Date: Saturday, June 17, 2017 (May be postponed to June 18 in the event of strong rain/winds)
Time: 15:00-21:00
Location: Hirosaki Iwaki River Floodplain Sports Park (Akudo District)
弘前市岩木川河川敷運動公園(悪戸地区)(Map)

Thursday, 27 April 2017

Hirosaki Apple Blossom Festival 2017

Hirosaki Apple Blossom Festival 2017
弘前りんご花まつり
(Hirosaki Ringo Hana Matsuri)

Enjoy the sight of apple blossoms blooming with snow-capped Mount Iwaki in the background.

Hirosaki Apple Blossom Festival 2017 flyer front 平成29年 弘前りんご花まつり チラシ表 Ringo Hana Matsuri Hirosaki Apple Blossom Festival 2017 flyer back 平成29年 弘前りんご花まつり チラシ裏 Ringo Hana Matsuri

Date: May 6-14, 2017
Time: 10:00-21:00
Location: Hirosaki Apple Park 弘前りんご公園 (map)
Admission: Free (some paid events)

Thursday, 23 February 2017

2017 Aomori 10 City Festival in Towada

2017 Aomori 10 City Festival in Towada
あおもり10市大祭典in十和田
(Aomori Toshi Taisaiten in Towada)
Event Website (Japanese): http://aomori10shi.jp/

A festival showcasing major festivals and local foods/products, etc. from 10 cities around Aomori Prefecture: Aomori City, Hirosaki City, Hachinohe City, Kuroishi City, Goshogawara City, Towada City, Misawa City, Mutsu City, Tsugaru City, and Hirakawa City.
Aomori 10 Cities Festival in Towada flyer front あおもり10市大祭典in十和田 チラシ表 Aomori 10 Cities Festival in Towada flyer back あおもり10市大祭典in十和田 チラシ裏
Date: September 23-24, 2017
Time:
   Saturday September 23: 10:00-20:00
   Sunday September 24: 10:00-15:00
Location: Kanchogai Street Area 官庁街通り周辺 (map)
2017 Aomori 10 City Festival in Towada Venue Map 平成29年あおもり10市大祭典in十和田 会場案内

Admission: Free (parade paid seating may be available?)

Tuesday, 7 February 2017

Tsugaru Shamisen World Championships 2017

36th Annual Tsugaru Shamisen World Championships 2017
2017 第35回記念 津軽三味線世界大会
(Tsugaru-Jamisen Sekai Taikai)

A 2-day competition celebrating Aomori's traditional folk music, Tsugaru Shamisen (also known as Tsugaru-jamisen).


Date: May 3-4, 2017
Time: 10:00~ (doors open 9:00)
Location: Hirosaki Shimin Kaikan 弘前市民会館 (map)
Admission: 1-Day Ticket: 1000yen, 2-Day Ticket: 2000yen

Thursday, 26 January 2017

Pocky x Lover's Sanctuary Valentine Photo Contest 2017

Pocky x Lover's Sanctuary Valentine Photo Contest 2017
Pocky x 恋人の聖地バレンタインフォトコンテスト2017


Take a "lovey-dovey couple photo"* at one of 230 designated "Lover's Sanctuary" & "Satellite" locations and enter for a chance to win various prizes!
(*"Couple photo" must be of two people, but does not have to be a romantic couple--can be two friends, family members, etc.)

Pocky x Lover's Sanctuary Valentine Photo Contest 2017 flyer ポッキー x 恋人の聖地バレンタインフォトコンテスト2017 チラシ

Contest Details
Contest Website (Japanese): http://www.seichi.net/photocon2017/photocon02.php
  • Contest Judges:
    IMALU, singer/model/talent
    Yumi Katsura, bridal fashion designer
    Shogo Kariyazaki, floral designer
    ・& Others
  • Contest Awards & Prizes
    • Pocky Prizes:
      ・Hotel Grèges Suite Room Pair Voucher
      ・Tokyo Bay Cruising Symphony Pair Dinner Cruise
    • Kobe-Awaji-Naruto-Expressway Service Area Special Prize: TBA
    • Lover's Sanctuary Prizes: Various Hotel Pair Vouchers; Food & Travel Vouchers; Etc.

Tuesday, 24 January 2017

Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival 2017

Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival 2017
弘前さくらまつり2017 (Hirosaki Sakura Matsuri)
Official Website (Japanese): http://www.hirosakipark.jp/sakura/

Hirosaki Park is of Japan's most beautiful spots for cherry blossom viewing!

(Page will be updated as more information becomes available)
Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival 2017 poster 平成29年弘前さくらまつり ポスター

Date: April 22 - May 7, 2017
Location: Hirosaki Park (弘前公園) (map)
Admission: Free and Paid Zones

Friday, 20 January 2017

Hirosaki Apple Park Winter Festival 2017

Hirosaki Apple Park Winter Festival 2017
弘前りんご公園ウィンターフェスティバル2017
(Hirosaki Ringo Kouen Winter Festival)

Chase away the winter blues and cabin fever with a fun-filled day of various indoor and outdoor events at Hirosaki Apple Park!

Hirosaki Apple Park Winter Festival 2017 poster 平成29年弘前りんご公園ウィンターフェスティバル ポスター Ringo Kouen

Date: January 28-29, 2017
Time: 10:00-15:00 Location: Hirosaki Apple Park 弘前りんご公園 (map)
Admission: Free

Tuesday, 17 January 2017

Hirosaki Bar-Gai 2017 Vol 12

Hirosaki Bar-Gai 2017 Vol 12 弘前バル街

Enjoy exploring various Hirosaki bars, etc. at a reasonable price!

Hirosaki Bar-Gai 2017 Vol 12 弘前バル街 flyer チラシ


Date: Saturday, February 4, 2017
Time: 14:00-24:00
Location: Various (Hirosaki City, Aomori)

Tuesday, 10 January 2017

Sawada Candle Festival 2017

Sawada Candle Festival 2017
沢田ろうそくまつり
(Sawada Rousoku Matsuri)

A festival with over 450 years of history. Candles are lit on the eve of Koshougatsu (小正月 - January 15 of the old lunar calendar) and the following day the candle drippings are used to predict fortunes for the new year (harvest &etc.)

Sawada Candle Festival 2017 poster 平成29年沢田ろうそくまつり ポスター 弘前市 Rousoku Matsuri Hirosaki City

Date: Saturday February 11, 2017
Time: 18:00-21:00
Location: Sawada Jinmeiguu Shrine "Iwayadou" 沢田神明宮「岩谷堂」(map)
Admission: Free

Tuesday, 27 December 2016

Hirosaki Castle Snow Lantern Festival 2017

Hirosaki Castle Snow Lantern Festival 2017
第41回 弘前城雪燈篭まつり (Hirosaki Yuki Tourou Matsuri)
(Updated 1/27: Flying Witch Anime Collaboration Event Information Added)

Enjoy various snow lanterns, snow sculptures, and other events in Hirosaki Park.

Hirosaki Castle Snow Lantern Festival 2017 flyer front 第41回 弘前城雪燈篭まつり チラシ表 Yuki Tourou Matsuri Hirosaki Castle Snow Lantern Festival 2017 flyer back 第41回 弘前城雪燈篭まつり チラシ裏 Yuki Tourou Matsuri

Date: February 9-12, 2017
Time: 9:00-21:00
Location: Hirosaki Park 弘前公園 (map)
Admission: Free

Wednesday, 16 November 2016

Otemon Square Freestyle Market in Christmas 2016

Otemon Square Freestyle Market in Christmas 2016
追手門広場フリースタイルマーケットinクリスマス
(Outemon Hiroba Freestyle Market in Christmas)

Check out 13 different booths selling various products--just in time for Christmas shopping!

Otemon Square Freestyle Market in Christmas 2016 平成28年 追手門広場フリースタイルマーケットinクリスマス 弘前市 Hirosaki City

Date: Sunday November 27, December 4, 11 & 18, 2016
Time: 10:00-15:00
Location: Hirosaki Kankokan 1st Floor Multi-Purpose Hall
弘前市立観光館1F多目的ホール(map)
Admission: Free

Monday, 14 November 2016

Aomori Winter Illuminations 2016-17

Cold weather and long winter nights getting you down? Check out the various winter illuminations Aomori has to offer and remind yourself of the beauty of the season!

Illuminations are listed in order of starting date, then sub-sorted in alphabetical order by city name. (Information will be added/updated as it becomes available.)

Aomori Light & Paper Pageant
あおもり灯りと紙のページェント
November 25, 2016 - February 5, 2016, 16:00-21:00
More Information: Japanese (map)

(Photo Source: aptinet Aomori Sightseeing Guide)

Hakkoda Maru Illumination (Aomori)
八甲田丸イルミネーション
Nov 25, 2016-Feb 5, 2017 16:00-21:00
More Information: Japanese (map)
Hakkoda Maru Illumination (Aomori)
(Photo Source: aptinet Aomori Sightseeing Guide)

Christmas Festa (Misawa)
クリスマスフェスタ
November 25-December 25, 2016
More Information: Japanese (map)

(Photo Source: aptinet Aomori Sightseeing Guide)

Andokan Christmas Tree & Illuminations (Mutsu)
安渡館クリスマスツリー・イルミネーション
November 25, 2016* - January 15, 2017**
(*Christmas Tree & Illumination Lighting Ceremony November 25, 15:50~*)
(**Christmas Tree on Display until December 25 only**)
More Information: Japanese (map)

(Photo Source: aptinet Aomori Sightseeing Guide)

Takko Town Illuminations
田子イルミネーション
November 29, 2016-January 9, 2017, 17:00-21:00
More Information: Japanese (map)

(Photo Source: Hachinohe City Tourism Blog)

Hirosaki Illuminations
弘前のイルミネーション
December 1, 2016-February 28, 2017, Sunset-24:00
More Information: Japanese (map)

(Photo Source: Hirosaki Tourism & Convention Bureau)

Snow Apple "Light Up" (Aomori, Michi no Eki Namioka "Apple Hill")
雪見りんごライトアップ
December 1, 2016-January 4, 2017, 16:00-21:00
More Information: Japanese (map)

(Photo Source: Michi no Eki Namioka "Apple Hill" Facebook Page)

Arts Towada Winter Illumination 2016
アーツトワダワインターイルミネーション2016
December 2, 2016-January 9, 2017, 16:30-21:00
More Information: EnglishJapanese (map)

(Photo Source: Arts Towada)

Town's Illumination 2016 (Gonohe)
Town'sイルミネーション2016
December 2, 2016 - January 15, 2017 Sunset~20:30
More Information: Japanese (map)


(Photo Source: Gonohe Town Tourism Association)

Tonami Winter Fantasy (Misawa)
となみウィンターファンタジー
December 3-25, 2016, 16:00-18:00
More Information: Japanese (map)

(Photo Source: aptinet Aomori Sightseeing Guide)

Shingo White Illumination
しんごうホワイトイルミネーション
December 4, 2016 - January 15, 2017, Sunset - 22:00
More Information: Japanese (map)

(Photo Source: Shingo Village Official Website)

Hirakawa Illumination Promenade
ひらかわイルミネーションプロムナード
December 15, 2016 - February 3, 2017, 17:00-23:00*
(*December 23-25 & 31 ONLY: 17:00-01:00*)
More Information: English | Japanese (map)

(Photo Source: Hirakawa City Tourism Website)

Nagane Illumina
長根★イルミナ
December 23*-24, 2016, 12:00-20:30**
(*Illumination Lighting Ceremony December 23, 16:30~*)
(**Only until 20:00 on December 24**)
More Information: English | Japanese
Nagane Illumina 長根★イルミナ Hachinohe City 八戸市
(Photo Source: Hachinohe Sightseeing Navi)

Illumination Light Festival (Aomori, Michi no Eki Namioka "Apple Hill")
イルミネーション 光の祭典
December 23, 2016-February 12, 2017, 16:00-21:00
More Information: Japanese (map)

(Photo Source: aptinet Aomori Sightseeing Guide)

Aomori Snow Light Festival
あおもり雪灯りまつり 
January 27-29, 2017, 17:00-21:00
More Information: Japanese (map)

(Photo Source: aptinet Aomori Sightseeing Guide)

Lake Towada Winter Story
十和田湖冬物語
February 4-26, 2017, 17:00-21:00
More Information: English | Japanese (map)

(Photo Source: Michael Sarmiento)

Dazai Museum Tsugaru Festival Snow and Light Pageant (Goshogawara)
太宰ミュージアム津軽まつり 雪と光のページェント
February 6-12, 2017, 16:00-20:00
More Information: Japanese (map)

(Photo Source: Snow and Light Pageant Facebook Page)

Hirosaki Castle Snow Lantern Festival
弘前城雪燈籠まつり
February 9-12, 2017, 16:30-21:00
More Information: EnglishJapanese (map)

(Photo Source: Hirosaki Tourism and Convention Bureau)

Friday, 28 October 2016

Tsugaru-nuri Lacquerware Fair

Tsugaru-nuri Lacquerware Fair
第20回 津軽塗フェア
(Tsugaru-nuri Fair)

An event showcasing Aomori's traditional lacquerware, Tsugaru-nuri.

Tsugaru-nuri Lacquerware 津軽塗
(Photo Source: http://www.tsugarunuri.org/)

Date: November 3-6, 2016
Time: 9:30-17:30 (~16:30 November 6 only)
Location: Hirosaki City Kankokan 弘前市立観光館 (map)
Admission: Free

Monday, 26 September 2016

Shichinohe Taiko Festival 2016

Shichinohe Taiko Festival 2016 しちのへ太鼓まつり

Enjoy performances by various taiko (Japanese drumming) groups.

Shichinohe Taiko Drum Festival 2016 poster 平成28年 しちのへ太鼓まつり ポスター 七戸町

Date: Sunday October 16, 2016
Time: 13:00~ (Doors Open 12:00)
Location: Shichinohe Indoor Sports Center 七戸町屋内スポーツセンター (map)
Admission: Free

Hirosaki Apple Halloween 2016

Hirosaki Apple Halloween 2016
ひろさきりんごハロウィン
(Hirosaki Ringo Halloween)

Halloween fun for all ages featuring a children's costume parade, costume contest, evening dance show & battle, and more!

Hirosaki Apple Halloween 2016 flyer 平成28年ひろさきりんごハロウィン チラシ Hirosaki Ringo Halloween

Date: Sunday October 9, 2016
Time: 11:00~
Location: Park in Front of Hirosaki Station 駅前公園 (map) & Hiroro ヒロロ (map)
Admission: Free (some paid events)

Thursday, 8 September 2016

Tohoku Happy Holiday 2016 in Aomori

Tohoku Happy Holiday 2016 in Aomori 東北ハッピーホリデーin青森

A festival bringing together musicians from across Tohoku as well as guests from around Japan.

Tohoku Happy Holiday 2016 in Aomori poster 平成28年東北ハッピーホリデーin青森ポスター 弘前市 Hirosaki City

Date: Saturday October 22, 2016
Time: 13:30~ (doors open 13:00)
Location: Hirosaki Mag-Net 弘前まぐねっと(map)
(Note: No parking available at venue. Please park at a nearby pay parking lot.)