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Hirosaki Castle Snow Lantern Festival
弘前城雪燈籠まつり
Aomori · Tohoku
The 50th anniversary edition in 2026, featuring a large snow sculpture of Hirosaki Castle's keep as the centerpiece — held in Hirosaki Park, the same venue as the cherry blossom events already in the DB.
- Dates
- February 10–14Dates follow the event's usual annual pattern — confirm with the organizer before you travel.
- Start time
- 10:00
- Location
- Aomori · Tohoku
- Nearest station
- Hirosaki Station — bus ~15 min to Shiyakusho-mae, 4 min walk
- Crowd level
- Local attendance
- Entry
- Free entry
- Official site
Happens every year
What to expect
A winter snow-sculpture festival at Hirosaki Castle park.
Best viewing tips
Free admission; runs 10:00-21:00 (final day until 20:00). Gives winter-season coverage to a place only currently covered for spring.
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