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Tour Confirmed! 3-Day Japanese Summer Festival Tour | Stay at Hot Spring Hotels Both Nights: Aomori Nebuta Matsuri and Akita Kanto Festival [Departing from Tokyo]
Tour Confirmed! 3-Day Japanese Summer Festival Tour | Stay at Hot Spring Hotels Both Nights: Aomori Nebuta Matsuri and Akita Kanto Festival [Departing from Tokyo]
Tour Confirmed! 3-Day Japanese Summer Festival Tour | Stay at Hot Spring Hotels Both Nights: Aomori Nebuta Matsuri and Akita Kanto Festival [Departing from Tokyo]
Tour Confirmed! 3-Day Japanese Summer Festival Tour | Stay at Hot Spring Hotels Both Nights: Aomori Nebuta Matsuri and Akita Kanto Festival [Departing from Tokyo]
Tour Confirmed! 3-Day Japanese Summer Festival Tour | Stay at Hot Spring Hotels Both Nights: Aomori Nebuta Matsuri and Akita Kanto Festival [Departing from Tokyo]

Tour Confirmed! 3-Day Japanese Summer Festival Tour | Stay at Hot Spring Hotels Both Nights: Aomori Nebuta Matsuri and Akita Kanto Festival [Departing from Tokyo]

Japan-Tohoku region of Japan , Morioka , Aomori City , Akita City
Booking confirmation: within 21 days before the departure
Duration:3 day(s)
Guided language: Japanese
Free cancellation 21 day(s) prior to experience date
Please present the e-voucher on-site
  • This is a high-quality, reliable tour of Japan planned by Club Tourism, a major Japanese travel agency with over 70 years of history. Our tour guides, known for their hospitality, will accompany you, and we have received high praise from international travelers.  
  • While the tour is conducted in Japanese, many guests from Taiwan and Hong Kong participate, so first-time visitors can join with peace of mind.
  • View two of Tohoku's most iconic summer festivals from reserved seats
  • Aomori Nebuta Matsuri, a National Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property—giant, illuminated Nebuta floats light up the night sky 
  • A magical scene with about 280 Kanto lanterns swaying in the night sky! Experience traditional skills at the Akita Kanto Festival
  • Visit Kakunodate, known as the 'Little Kyoto' of the north, and Koiwai Farm
  • Stay at hot spring hotels for both nights
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Sightseeing Tours

Tour TypeShared tour
SeasonalSummer Festival
Sightseeing typeBus tour
TransportBus tour

Product Info

  • Aomori Nebuta Matsuri: One of the three major festivals in Tohoku and a National Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property. It is a grand and spectacular midsummer night festival featuring giant illuminated lanterns (Nebuta) paraded on floats. Its origins are said to date back to the Tanabata festivals of the Nara period, and it is considered the most important event of the year for many locals.
  • Akita Kanto Festival: The Akita Kanto Festival is a spectacle where the night is filled with the light of about 280 Kanto lanterns. This festival has a long history as an event to pray for protection against evil and for a bountiful harvest. Traditional performers known as 'sashite' skillfully balance long bamboo poles topped with many lanterns. The entire Kanto pole represents an ear of rice, and the hanging lanterns represent rice bales, symbolizing prayers for a rich harvest.
  • Visit Kakunodate, known as the 'Little Kyoto' of the north, and Koiwai Farm
  • Stay at hot spring hotels for both nights
  • This product is a 'request booking' and it takes time to confirm your reservation. Bookings are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, so depending on availability, you may be placed on a waiting list or we may be unable to accept your booking. Final confirmation of your booking will be provided upon the issuance of your voucher. In the unlikely event that the tour cannot be operated due to being fully booked, we will contact you within the specified number of days. Please note that if you do not wish to be on the waiting list, cancellation (with a full refund) is possible.

This tour is conducted in Japanese only.

Please note that all guidance provided by the tour conductor during the trip will be in Japanese only. However, to ensure the smooth operation and safety of the tour, we will provide information to the extent possible using translation apps (e.g., meeting points, departure times).

Please observe the following when participating:

・Please book using your correct name and email address.

・Please be punctual for meeting times during the tour. If you miss the meeting time, the tour will depart without you.

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[Travel conditions]

Departure point/Destination: Tokyo, Aomori/Iwate/Akita

Trip duration: 2 nights, 3 days

Transportation used: Chartered bus

Bus company: Iwate Kotsu or equivalent

Meal plan: Breakfast 2 times, Lunch 0 times, Dinner 0 times

Accommodation used:

First night: Hotel Kazuno [A] Japanese-style room, Japanese/Western-style room, Western-style room (single, twin / with bath and toilet)

Second night: Shizukuishi Prince Hotel [B] Western-style room (twin/with bath and toilet)

*For bookings of 3 or more people per room, an extra bed may be used. Due to the festival season, we cannot guarantee specific bed assignments. Thank you for your understanding.

*Please note that due to the summer festival being the busiest time of the year, we are unable to accommodate any requests regarding room type (guarantee of Japanese-style room, Western-style room, or Japanese-Western style room; guarantee of a view; guarantee of non-smoking or smoking room).

Minimum number of participants: 2

Tour guide: 1

Guide: 0 (Guidance will be in Japanese) *A licensed tour guide will not accompany the tour.

[Travel planning/execution]

Company Name: Club Tourism International Inc

Address: 1-9-6 Edagawa, Koto-ku, Tokyo

Registration Number: Japan Tourism Agency Registered Travel Agency No. 1693

Affiliated travel industry association: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) Regular Member

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KKDAY JAPAN Co., Ltd.

2nd Floor, WESTALL Yotsuya Building, 1-22-5 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0004, Japan

Registered Travel Agency No. 2045, Commissioner of the Japan Tourism Agency

Member organization: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)

Reminders

  • A minimum of 2 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 21 day(s) before the departure date

  • Lunch will be on the train on the outbound journey. Please purchase your own lunch before the meeting point and bring it with you.

  • The order of the itinerary may be changed.

  • Even when booking for two or more people, train seats may not be adjacent or may be separated. Please be aware of this in advance.

  • This plan is based on information available as of February 1, 2026. Please note that events may be unavoidably cancelled or the content may be changed due to requests from the national or local government.

  • While there is a possibility of cancellation in case of severe weather, the event will generally proceed rain or shine. If you cancel due to rain, the usual cancellation fee will apply. No refunds will be given if the festival is cancelled after the tour has departed.

  • After watching the festival, you will be transported to the hotel by bus, so please be aware that there may be significant delays depending on traffic conditions on the day. [Schedule] Day 1: Around 24:00 Day 2: Around 24:00 *This may vary depending on traffic conditions such as congestion after the festival ends.

  • Due to bus operating regulations, depending on the Shinkansen (bullet train) schedule we have secured, you may have to wait for a long time at Morioka Station before the bus departs. We appreciate your cooperation for safe operation.

  • A fee of 1,500 yen per meal will be charged for any changes to the meal plan due to food allergies, religious reasons, etc., and any difference in price will be charged at actual cost. Please notify us at least 14 days before your departure date.

  • Your room at Hotel Kazuno for the first night is available until 10:00 AM. Please note that you will be asked to wait in the common room until your departure time. *Hotel departure is scheduled for 10:30 AM.

FAQ

1. When does the Aomori Nebuta Festival typically take place, and which days are recommended for viewing?

The Aomori Nebuta Festival typically runs from August 2nd to 7th each year. While the specific dates for each event can vary slightly, the main parades with the giant illuminated Nebuta floats usually occur from August 3rd to 6th, offering the most spectacular viewing experience. The final day often features a daytime parade and a fireworks display.

2. What are the main highlights and unique features of the Aomori Nebuta Festival?

The Aomori Nebuta Festival is a designated Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property, renowned for its giant illuminated Nebuta floats depicting brave warriors and mythical figures. These powerful, colorful floats are paraded through the streets at night, accompanied by lively music and dancers (haneto) who chant and leap, creating an incredibly energetic and visually stunning spectacle.

3. What are the usual dates for the Akita Kanto Festival?

The Akita Kanto Festival is typically held annually from August 3rd to 6th. During these evenings, the main highlight is the night parade, where performers demonstrate incredible balance by hoisting long Kanto poles, adorned with numerous lanterns, high into the air. This creates a mesmerizing, dreamlike scene against the night sky.

4. What makes the Akita Kanto Festival a unique and impressive cultural event?

The Akita Kanto Festival is unique for its breathtaking display of skill and balance. Performers masterfully hoist and maneuver incredibly long Kanto poles, adorned with up to 46 lanterns, using only their foreheads, shoulders, and hips. The sight of approximately 280 poles swaying gracefully against the night sky, resembling golden rice stalks, is a truly fantastic and deeply traditional cultural experience.

5. Is reserved seating or special ticketing required to experience the Aomori Nebuta Festival and Akita Kanto Festival parades?

While it is possible to view both the Aomori Nebuta Festival and Akita Kanto Festival from general standing areas, having reserved seating significantly enhances the viewing experience, offering unobstructed views. Many tours, including those on KKday, provide reserved seats as part of the package, ensuring comfortable and convenient access to the parade action. Booking through KKday can offer the benefit of securing these prime viewing spots in advance.

6. What other scenic spots like Kakunodate and Koiwai Farm are visited during the Tohoku summer festival tour?

Beyond the vibrant festivals, this tour takes you to other notable Tohoku destinations. You'll visit Kakunodate, often called 'Little Kyoto' for its well-preserved samurai district and beautiful architecture. Additionally, the tour includes Koiwai Farm, a vast, picturesque agricultural park where visitors can enjoy nature, interact with animals, and sample local produce.

7. How do the Aomori Nebuta Festival and Akita Kanto Festival differ in their performances and atmosphere?

The Aomori Nebuta Festival is characterized by its powerful, dynamic energy, with huge, illuminated floats and enthusiastic dancers. In contrast, the Akita Kanto Festival focuses on impressive displays of skill and balance, as performers carry and maneuver tall Kanto poles adorned with lanterns, creating a more elegant and ethereal spectacle against the night sky.

8. What kind of support or language assistance is available from the tour leader for international guests participating in this festival tour?

This high-quality tour provides a dedicated tour leader, praised for their hospitality, who accompanies guests throughout the journey. While the primary guidance is in Japanese, the tour is designed to be welcoming for international participants, including those from Taiwan and Hong Kong, ensuring first-time visitors can enjoy the experience comfortably and with peace of mind.

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