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Aomori Nebuta Festival | 8/2-6Haneto human dance teaching + experience

Japan | Aomori |

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7 hr

2~5 for a group

Self-arrival

14Days prior to the tour for booking

Language： Japanese

USD $ 80.5 up

Aomori Nebuta Festival | 8/2-6Haneto human dance teaching + experience

We look forward to seeing you at the 2024 Aomori Nebuta Festival!

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Tour Overview

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There will be local English assistants to teach and guide, so even beginners can experience it with peace of mind!

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The changing area and luggage storage are conveniently located near Aomori Station and the Nebuta Festival venue, about a 10-minute walk away.

Only available from August 2nd to 6th, 2023! Japan's fire festival, the Aomori Nebuta Matsuri, registered as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property in 1980, takes place from August 2nd to 7th, attracting over 3 million visitors annually from home and abroad. Over 20 large Nebuta lanterns, inspired by kabuki, history, and mythology, participate in the parade.

From the evenings of August 2nd to 6th, and on the morning of August 7th, the final day, colorfully costumed Haneto dancers, accompanied by piccolo and taiko drum ensembles, participate in the Nebuta Matsuri parade. On the evening of August 7th, a Nebuta lantern parade takes place on the sea, in conjunction with the fireworks display.

Haneto refers to the group of dancers that march alongside the Aomori Nebuta Festival.

Join us at Japan's largest summer festival, the Nebuta Festival.

Follow a large group of Haneto dancers as they chant the ritual slogan "Rassera-Ra-Sse-Ra-Sse-Rassera."

Dancing alongside the cheers of the onlookers is a truly engaging experience.

-Event Schedule-

3:00 PM - 5:30 PM: Check-in and donning Haneto costumes

Check-in at the 5th floor of the Aomori Prefecture Tourist Products Center "ASPAM."

At check-in, staff will direct you to the changing area. After changing into your costume, you are free to move around until the meeting time.

[Check-in Location] Aomori Prefecture Tourist Products Center "ASPAM"

030-0803, Yasakata 1-chome-1-40, Aomori City, Aomori Prefecture

[Information Regarding Haneto Costumes]

・Wear rental costumes. The fee includes clothing, a yukata, a petticoat, hand-straps (bindings), a front sash, a waist cord, a belt, a headband, and a bell-shaped headband. Tabi, Japanese slippers, a flower-shaped hat, and a waist bag for valuables are not included. We will provide recommendations for local stores where you can purchase these items if needed. (Japanese slippers and tabi are generally best worn with rental clothing. However, given the long hours of dancing and moving with the group, we recommend wearing sneakers for better mobility.)

You can wear the clothing directly over your underwear. However, we recommend bringing a separate spaghetti-strap bra or tank top for cold weather. (The sleeves of a yukata are tied with hand-straps, so wearing sleeved clothing like T-shirts inside may be inconvenient.) In case of rain, please bring your own raincoat or other rain gear. Please adjust your clothing based on your personal preferences and the weather.

Meet at 6:00 PM onwards
Meet in the 5th-floor room of the Aomori Prefecture Tourism and Products Center, "ASPAM," where you'll check in.
Departure to the festival venue (20 minutes)

Practice the tōren (dōren)

7:10 PM - 8:00 PM Experience the tōren (dōren)
English-speaking instructors will provide guidance on the dance steps and the formations used in the festival.
The procession is magnificent, featuring flute, taiko, and cymbal ensembles, followed by a large group of tōren (dōren) who chant the ritual motto "Rassera-Ra-Sse-Ra-Sse-Rassera." The crowds of onlookers also gather for a truly engaging experience.
Please adjust your pace to your own energy level and stay hydrated. Avoid overdoing it to avoid heatstroke.
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM Free time
Besides experiencing the tōren (dōren) dance, we recommend purchasing local snacks and souvenirs from the stalls to fully experience the atmosphere of a Japanese festival. Please return your costume to ASPAM between 8:00 PM and 9:30 PM.

~9:30 PM Return your costume

The Nebuta Festival ends at 9:00 PM. Please return your costume and change clothes to ASPAM by 9:30 PM.

~10:00 PM Disband
After changing, please disperse.

What is the Aomori Nebuta Festival?

The Aomori Nebuta Festival is said to have evolved from the Chinese Tanabata Festival, incorporating local customs from the Tsugaru region into lanterns made of paper, bamboo, and candles. Because candles were used in the lanterns, it is also called a "fire festival."

The Nebuta Festival used to be a parade held by villages, but now it is hosted by businesses and private organizations, making it one of Japan's most representative festivals.

Activity process

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Aomori Nebuta Festival | August 2-6, 2023: Traditional Festival Experience: Haneto Dance Tutorial and Experience

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15:00～17:30 Check-in and wear dancing costumes

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6:00 PM - Meet at the 5th floor room of the Aomori Prefecture Tourism and Products Center "ASPAM," where you will check in.

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19:10～20:00 Experience human dance

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20:00～21:00 Free time

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~21:30 Return of clothing

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~22:00 Disband

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Aomori Nebuta Festival | 8/2-6Haneto human dance teaching + experience

Travel Notes

1. If the minimum number of participants (2) is less than 4 days before the departure date, the tour may be canceled. Nebuta events will proceed as scheduled even if it rains. The Nebuta will be covered with a waterproof sheet. The tour will proceed as scheduled. No refunds will be given if the tour is canceled due to unforeseen circumstances.

2. This is a self-guided tour, requiring you to check in at the meeting point on your own. Upon check-in, please present your pre-printed reservation confirmation or the reservation confirmation screen on your phone.

3. This tour does not include a children's fee.

4. [Notes on Dancing Costumes]
・You must wear rental costumes.
・The fee includes the costume, yukata, petticoat, hand tie (binding), front sash, waist cord, obi, headband, and bell ring. Tabi, Japanese slippers, flower hat, and waist bag for valuables are not included. We will recommend local shops where you can purchase the yukata if you wish. (Generally, Japanese slippers and tabi shoes are best worn with the rental costumes. However, given the long hours of dancing and moving with the group, we recommend wearing sneakers for better mobility.)

You can wear the yukata over your underwear. However, we recommend bringing a separate spaghetti-strap bra or tank top for cold weather. (The sleeves of a yukata are tied with hand ties, so wearing sleeved clothing like T-shirts under them may be inconvenient.) In case of rain, please bring your own raincoat or other rain gear. Please adjust your attire based on your personal preferences and the weather on the day of the event.

5. You may leave the group during the event, but please return your yukata between 8:00 PM and 9:30 PM.

6. You may leave your luggage at "ASPAM" during the yukata dance experience, but please keep any valuables with you.

Tour Pricing

The cost includes:

Costume rental (yukata, hand tie, petticoat, front sash, waist cord, headband, bell), dressing fee, English assistant

The cost does not include:

Rental of tabi, Japanese slippers, flower hat, waist bag for valuables, and transportation to and from the meeting place.

Cancellation Clauses

Cancellations made 31 days prior to the start of a trip will incur a 10% handling fee.

Cancellations made 21-30 days (including the 30th day) prior to the start of a trip will incur a 20% handling fee.

Cancellations made 11-20 days (including the 20th day) prior to the start of a trip will incur a 30% handling fee.

Cancellations made 4-10 days (including the 10th day) prior to the start of a trip will incur a 50% handling fee.

Cancellations made 3 days prior to the start of a trip (including the 1st day) will incur a 100% handling fee.

Cancellations made on the day of the trip are non-refundable.

If the event is affected by force majeure (e.g., typhoon warnings, heavy rain alerts, etc.), the organizer will determine whether to cancel the event. A refund will be issued to the original payment method after deducting necessary expenses.

Rescheduling due to personal reasons will be deemed a cancellation and will be handled in accordance with the cancellation policy above.

If the participant cancels the event due to reasons not attributable to the organizer, no refund will be given.

Cancellations made 14 days prior to booking will receive a full refund.

Cancellations made 10-13 days before the booking date will receive a 70% refund.

Cancellations made 7-9 days before the booking date will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations made 4-6 days before the booking date will receive a 40% refund.

Cancellations made 2-3 days before the scheduled date will receive a 30% refund.

Cancellations made 1 day before the scheduled date will receive a 20% refund.

Cancellations made on the scheduled date will not receive a refund.

Meeting point:

Check-in at Aomori Prefecture Tourism and Products Center ASPAM 5th floor