[Depart from Sendai] Aomori Nebuta Festival Day Tour|Nighttime Festival Experience・Private Car Pickup・Viewing Seat Included

Departing from Sendai
Aomori City
  • Summer only! Come to the Aomori Nebuta Festival and experience the stunning charm of lanterns and drums up close
  • Exclusive viewing seats are included, so you don’t have to squeeze in and reserve seats, and you can easily enjoy the most exciting night parade of the festival
  • Go directly from Sendai to Aomori, take a comfortable chartered car to easily cross counties and cities, and make a round trip in one day
  • Visit the Aomori landmark "ASPAM Tourism Products Hall", browse souvenirs, enjoy the sea view, and learn about local culture all at once
  • Chinese/English/Japanese/Korean multilingual staff (Taiwanese and Japanese) accompany you attentively, and the journey is language barrier-free.

What to expect

  • Aomori Nebuta Festival|A visual feast limited to summer nights The “Aomori Nebuta Festival” held in August every year is one of the three major festivals in Japan. The huge lantern car (Neat Demon) parades through the city, accompanied by strong drums and passionate dancers, and the spectacular lights light up the entire city. Come to the scene and experience the most passionate folk festival in the summer night!
  • Aomori Tourism and Products Museum ASPAM|A miniature of Aomori in a landmark building ASPAM, which looks like the letter “A”, is the representative building of Aomori City. The museum gathers local specialty products, cultural displays and viewing spaces. Whether buying souvenirs, enjoying the scenery of the harbor, or experiencing local folk arts, it is a good place to satisfy one-stop satisfaction.
  • Tohoku Expressway Cruise|Directly from Sendai to Aomori Take a comfortable chartered car and go directly from Sendai to Aomori City. The whole journey is driven by a dedicated person, without transfers and timetables. Stop briefly at the highway rest stop on the way to relax and stretch your muscles. The long journey is relaxing and enjoyable, leaving your energy for the climax of the festival!
  • Festival viewing seats|Exclusive experience without card and queue The itinerary includes exclusive viewing seats for the festival, so you don’t need to queue up in advance to grab a seat, nor do you have to squeeze with the crowd. Whether you are a photography enthusiast, a parent-child trip or a first-time visitor, you can enjoy the most exciting performance moments.
  • Multilingual intimate accompaniment|Safe and barrier-free communication Equipped with multilingual staff in Chinese (Japanese and Taiwanese), English, Japanese, and Korean, we will help you enjoy a pleasant journey without language barriers throughout the journey.
[Depart from Sendai] Aomori Nebuta Festival Day Tour|Nighttime Festival Experience・Private Car Pickup・Viewing Seat Included
The colorful and lifelike Nebuta Festival lanterns are based on historical stories and showcase the beauty of Aomori's traditional art.
[Depart from Sendai] Aomori Nebuta Festival Day Tour|Nighttime Festival Experience・Private Car Pickup・Viewing Seat Included
After being lit, the lanterns of the Nebuta Festival sparkle in the night sky, and with the music and dancers, the festival atmosphere instantly reaches its climax!
[Depart from Sendai] Aomori Nebuta Festival Day Tour|Nighttime Festival Experience・Private Car Pickup・Viewing Seat Included
The distinctive rhythm of the drums and flutes make up the "Hayashi" band, which is an indispensable soul sound of the Nebuta Festival.
[Depart from Sendai] Aomori Nebuta Festival Day Tour|Nighttime Festival Experience・Private Car Pickup・Viewing Seat Included
The dancers in the team hold up fans, dance and shout in time with the rhythm of the floats, which makes people excited and eager to try!
[Depart from Sendai] Aomori Nebuta Festival Day Tour|Nighttime Festival Experience・Private Car Pickup・Viewing Seat Included
The pyramid-like ASPAM building is a distribution center for Aomori's local specialties and culture, perfect for shopping and taking photos.
[Depart from Sendai] Aomori Nebuta Festival Day Tour|Nighttime Festival Experience・Private Car Pickup・Viewing Seat Included
The dancers wear traditional costumes with bright patterns and chant "Lasera!" while dancing passionately, leading everyone to immerse in the lively and joyous festival atmosphere!

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📍 Reservation and meeting instructions

  • This trip requires 20 or more people to form a group. If the number is not reached, we will notify you whether the group is formed at least 7 days before departure and cancel the unformed group order.
  • Please arrive at the designated location 10 minutes before the meeting time. Late arrival will be considered as no show and no refund will be given.
  • All important notifications will be sent by Email. Please be sure to check regularly to avoid missing key messages.

🚗 Itinerary and transportation arrangements

  • This trip is a late-night return trip and is expected to arrive at the East Exit of Sendai Station at 3:00-4:00 am the next day. Please arrange accommodation or transportation in advance to facilitate rest. If you need to connect to an early morning flight or Shinkansen, please reserve enough time to avoid affecting subsequent trips.
  • This trip is a local one-day tour in Japan, and you will participate with other international tourists. Please cooperate with the gathering time and group rhythm.
  • The car model will be adjusted according to the number of people on the day. Sorry, we cannot specify the car. Please forgive us.
  • **The itinerary may be adjusted in order due to traffic or weather conditions. Please follow the instructions of the accompanying staff. **
  • The accompanying staff will provide assistance in Chinese/English/Japanese/Korean, etc. However, it is not possible to specify the language, please understand.

🎫 Viewing seats and festival activities

  • This itinerary includes festival viewing seats, and the staff will guide you to the designated area to sit. Please abide by the on-site regulations and cooperate with the arrangements. Take care to keep your belongings when watching.
  • If you need to take photos, it is recommended to take a seat early and avoid obstructing others' sight to jointly maintain the viewing quality.

🧳 Luggage and participation qualifications

  • It is not recommended to bring children under 2 years old or people with limited mobility to participate. This itinerary does not provide baby seats and barrier-free facilities.
  • If you need to bring large luggage or need to catch the bus, please indicate it when registering, and we will assist in arranging it according to the situation.

👟 Clothing and meal suggestions

  • It is recommended to wear: light and comfortable clothes and shoes to facilitate walking and taking photos during the itinerary.
  • This trip is an outdoor activity in summer. It is recommended to bring sunscreen, hats, rain gear and personal drinking water to cope with the sun and weather changes.
  • Lunch and dinner are self-service. Please pay for your own meals and choose your own meals. The staff can provide basic assistance, but if you have allergies or dietary taboos, please be sure to confirm the content and choose carefully.

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