We are pretty sure the Japanese invented festivals, full stop. Go anywhere in Japan, any time of the year and you are sure to run into a festival of some description. Our absolute favourite is the Nozawa Onsen Fire Festival – year after year it’s quite simply a mind blowing experience you will never forget. And if you come on a Snow Season Japan trip which falls on January you’ll be lucky enough to experience this for yourself!
Last weekend we checked out a local festival in Nagano city – home to the 1998 Winter Olympics and the ancient Zenkoji Temple – located about 50 minutes away from Hakuba. Here’s a few snaps and you can check out more on the Snow Season Japan Facebook page.
Tags: 1998 Winter Olympics, Festival, Hakuba, Nagano City, Nozawa Onsen Fire Festival
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