Tokamachi O Festival

There are many energetic events such as Snow Treasure Festival, Yosakoi, and Snow Fireworks. The snowball iron race of the big event matsushiro Castle "(only for advance application until February 9, if the capacity of 400 people is reached, the reception ends at the time of being reached) starts at 11:00 on Sunday, March 9. A competition that overcomes a number of difficulties located on a course with a total length of about 4km. 400 men and women over the age of 16 compete for first place. In consideration of safety, the 2025 goal will be the" Matsushiro Castle City Park Administration Building "(Matsushiro Castle Site Park Administration Building) located in front of the Matsushiro Castle.

Snow candles spread all over the snowy field. Anyone can participate free of charge from candle cup making to lighting. Attractions for children are also popular with parents and children during the day. The moment when the light lights on the candle full of the venue from dusk is touched itself. There is no parking near the venue, so there is a free shuttle bus from the front of the Tokamachi City Hall Nakazato Branch. Image courtesy:(C) Fireworks. Collection

Tokamachi, known as the birthplace of the modern snow festival. The "snow art works" made by citizens is a masterpiece. You can also enjoy warm hospitality at "Omatsuri Hiroba" opened in various places in the city. A snow festival unique to Tokamachi City that "enjoys snow as a friend and enjoys snow." image courtesy:(C) Tokamachi Snow Festival Executive Committee