[KKday Exclusive] Katakai Fireworks Festival 2-day Tour from Shinjuki | One of the Three Great Fireworks Festivals in Echigo

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－Itinerary Features－

After the Fireworks Festival, take a special car to the hotel to check in. On the second day, go to the secret shrine "Togakushi Shrine" in Nagano Prefecture to enjoy the huge sacred trees and the magnificent mountain scenery. The local area is also a well-known producer of soba noodles. Remember to taste the best at lunch time Authentic soba special!

－Travel Information－

・Meeting time: 11:15 Shinjuku

・Meeting location: Shinjuku Metropolitan Government Office Large Vehicle Parking Lot

・Departure time: Departure from Shinjuku at 11:30

・Tour length: about 8 hours per day

・Return information: Arrive near JR Shinjuku Station at about 19:00

－Itinerary introduction－

・Katakai Fireworks Festival

The Katakai Fireworks Festival is known as one of the "Three Great Fireworks Festivals in Echigo", along with Nagaoka Fireworks and Kashiwazaki Fireworks. Held on September 9th and September 10th every year. Different from the Kashiwazaki Fireworks on the sea and the Nagaoka Fireworks on the river, the Katakai Fireworks are called the Mountain Fireworks. Katakai Fireworks originated from the "Gabe Festival" hosted by the local Asahara Shrine. The purpose of releasing fireworks is to enshrine the fireworks to the gods. Therefore, the Katakai Festival is also the only firework festival in Japan! And at 10 o'clock in the evening, the world's largest four-foot jade fireworks will be launched, like the king of fireworks, the explosion range can reach 800 meters, and the explosion sound of fireworks echoes in the mountains, bringing you an unparalleled immersive experience! And around the entire festival venue, there are a large number of vendors selling various Japanese snacks. Walking in the shopping streets between towns, you can look up at any time to enjoy the magnificent fireworks, full of Japanese-style feelings limited to summer!

＊This itinerary does not include viewing seats, and the fireworks display can be enjoyed near the venue.

＊Before the firework festival starts, you can move freely, and you can go to nearby stalls or shopping streets to buy local delicacies.

＊The Fireworks Festival is crowded with people, so please be sure to carry valuables with you.

【Precautions for participating in the Fireworks Festival】

If you are a VIP who is participating in the Japanese Fireworks Festival for the first time, please refer to the following suggestions:

◆The Fireworks Festival is held in summer, and there is free time before the opening. Since it is summer, it is recommended to make preparations for sun protection.

◆The firework festival will be crowded, please wear comfortable shoes and clothes.

◆Although there are trash cans in the venue, there are a lot of people at the event every year. Please be sure to bring your own trash bags, toilet paper, wet wipes and other cleaning supplies.

◆The fireworks display will last until night, so please prepare relevant lighting equipment just in case.

◆On the day of the Fireworks Festival, there will be hundreds of thousands of people pouring into the venue, and there is a high possibility that the related equipment of the Internet will not be available. Please understand.

◆Due to safety considerations, the use of drones is prohibited in the Fireworks Festival.

・When the gathering is completed, the bus will depart to the hotel where you will be staying. Arrival time is about 00:30 the next day.

－ Hotel Information－

HOTEL RYUO VILLAGE (ホテル竜王ヴィレッヂ)

Located next to the ski resort, it is as quiet as a paradise. The European-style wooden house building exudes a warm atmosphere. The cable car station is in front of you. The transportation is convenient and the location is excellent! You can use the hotel's large public bath during your stay, and the room includes bathroom equipment and toiletries.

＊The rooms are Western-style or Japanese-style, and rooms are arranged according to the number of reservations. Room type is not guaranteed.

－Introduction to attractions on the second day－

・Togakushi Shrine

Togakushi Shrine is one of the famous secret shrines in Nagano Prefecture, with a history of more than 2,000 years. Togakushi Shrine has five shrines, each of which enshrines different gods and has its own unique history. On the way from chusha shrine to rear shrine, there is a section of cedar forest about 500 meters long. Each of the cedar trees is more than 400 years old, which is huge and spectacular. It is not only a popular check-in point, but also a famous energy spot. Standing next to the giant tree, you can feel the full energy of nature!

◆The movement between the shrines is mainly by bus, please be aware.

－Important Information－

・It will still be held on rainy days, unless the organizer announces the cancellation, please be informed.

・Children under the age of 3 who do not occupy a seat or a bed can participate for free. If they occupy a seat, the child price will apply. 1 adult is limited to 1 child who does not occupy a seat.

・The space in the car is limited, and each person is limited to one piece of large luggage, please understand.

・The accompanying tour leader is Japanese, and there will be no alighting guide, please be informed.