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Nishimonai Bon Odori
西馬音内盆踊り
Akita · Tohoku
A 700-year-old Bon Odori dance festival in Ugo distinguished by its deeply melancholic atmosphere. Dancers conceal their faces completely and perform sober choreographies in the company of their ancestors' spirits.
- Dates
- August 16–18, 2027
- Start time
- 19:30
- Location
- Akita · Tohoku
- Nearest station
- No nearby station — bus from Yuzawa Station (25 min)
- Crowd level
- National attendance
- Entry
- Free entry
- Official site
- ugokanko.com/nishimonaibonodori2026
Happens every year
What to expect
The Nishimonai Bon Odori features dancers in traditional yukata and woven hats, creating an ethereal scene as they move gracefully under dim lantern light, evoking a sense of connection with ancestral spirits.
Best viewing tips
For the best view, position yourself near the main stage in the evening when the lanterns illuminate the dancers. Bring a light jacket as nights can be cool in August.
How to get there
From Sendai Station · ~2h 46m by car
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