Nakayama Setsugekka Snow Festival

Nakayama Setsugekka Snow Festival

Nakayama Setsugekka Snow Festival is held every year on the third Saturday of February. The contrast between the snow, moon and candlelight, which becomes greater as the dark of the night deepens, creates a radiant and magical atmosphere. The views to be enjoyed at Nakayama during festival time are so special that Nakayama has been designated as one of Japan's Night View Heritage Sites.

Venue Details

Venue Details
Websitehttps://www.town.shimogo.fukushima.jp/ibentorisuto/760.html(Japanese)
Contact

Shimogo Town Tourism Association

(+81) 241-69-1144

Best Season
  • Winter
Access Details
AccessNakayama Flower Park, Shimota 3, Nakayama, Shimogo Town, Minamiaizu District, Fukushima Pref. 969-5325
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Getting there

By Car: 1 hour drive from central Aizu-Wakamatsu City. Please use the parking lot at Ouchi-juku, and take a shuttle bus to the festival venue from there.

By Train: 30 min by shuttle bus from Yunokami Onsen Station (Aizu Railway Line)

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A wakeboard shop located on the northwest shore of Lake Inawashiro in Fukushima Prefecture. It offers easy access from the Kanto region, bypassing major traffic congestion. Individuals and beginners are welcome. A specialized beginner's course is available, allowing even first-timers to enjoy their time on the water, and all necessary equipment can be rented. Bookings can be made even for 1 person. Why not spend a day enjoying the beautiful, clear waters of Lake Inawashiro, one of the most breathtaking lakes in Japan?

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