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Hanamaki Night around the Stars
Let lanterns float into the sky over a snowscape. The event is limited to guests staying at Hanamaki 12 Hot Springs.
The annual lantern festival is held on specified days in January and February. In “Sky Lantern,” you write your wish on a lantern and let it soar into Hanamaki’s night sky, which used to be a way of communication or a prayer ritual. The phenomenal scene became popular and various towns globally now hold lantern festivals.
“Hanamaki Night around the Stars” is typically held on a ski slope in winter. The sight of lanterns floating into the starry night over the snowscape is more divine and fantastic. Make sure to watch the opening event and fireworks as well!
Participation in the event is limited to guests staying in the Hanamaki 12 Hot Springs (with some exceptions). If you wish to participate, apply at the lodging you are staying at. The lodging provides transportation to and from the event. After the event, you can soak your chilled body in the delightful hot spring.
Highlights
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The annual winter event in Hanamaki.
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Lanterns floating over the snowscape are more fantastic than ever.
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Participation is limited to guests staying in the Hanamaki 12 Hot Springs (with some exceptions).
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The lodging provides transportation to and from the event.
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After the event, soak in the delightful hot spring.
Photos
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![Countless lanterns floating in the night sky]()
Countless lanterns floating in the night sky
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![Mystic ambience over the stage]()
Mystic ambience over the stage
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![Participate with your loved one]()
Participate with your loved one
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![Write your hearts’ contents]()
Write your hearts’ contents
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Is there parking available?
There is a free parking lot that can accommodate approx. 30 cars.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
No free Wi-Fi available.
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Are there locker rentals available?
No.
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When is the event schedule released?
Event scheduling is finalized about 4 months in advance (around September) and announced on the official website.
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Where can I sign up?
Please check with your accommodations.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- はなまき星めぐりの夜
- Postal Code
- 025-0252
- Address
- 36-1 Nakadaira, Namari, Hanamaki City, Iwate (Namari Ski center’s special stage)
- Telephone
- 0198-29-4522 (Hanamaki Tourism Association)
- Date
- Specified days in January and February
- Place
- Namari Ski center’s special stage
- Admission
- Middle schooler of older 1,500 yen, Elementary schooler 1,000 yen, preschooler: Free, 1,000 yen / lantern
- Directions
- Each lodging provides free round-trip transportation
- Credit Cards
- Not accepted
- Official Website
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Official Website (English)
Hanamaki Tourism Association (English)