Akita
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Akita Kanto Festival
Fire festival for abundant harvest prayer continuing over 270 years. Skilled balancing of 12m long, 50kg poles hanging 46 lanterns on forehead, waist, and shoulders colors the night sky.
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National Fireworks Competition (Omagari Fireworks)
Competitive fireworks where Japan's best technicians compete. Diverse including daytime fireworks, creative fireworks, and 10-inch core-insert split shells.
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Oga Namahage Sedo Festival
Winter fire festival held at Shinzan Shrine. Oni descend mountain with torches, dedicating evil-purging dance.
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Yokote Snow Festival (Kamakura)
Event continuing over 400 years where children serve amazake in approximately 3m diameter snow kamakura.
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Nishimonai Bon Odori
Mystical bon dance performed in indigo-dyed yukata, patchwork costumes, and woven hats. Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property.