All Reviews of Aomori Nebuta Festival

The Aomori Nebuta Festival is a huge festival that practically everyone knows. As the Shinkansen was about to arrive at Shin-Aomori Station, the child sitting behind me could hardly wait to get off and even showed me his Nebuta mask!
Although I’ve visited Aomori many times, unfortunately I still haven’t had the chance to see the festival in person. However, the Nebuta Museum WA RASSE next to the station also offers a very immersive experience. The colorful, vibrant Nebuta floats in all kinds of designs are truly impressive!
I sincerely hope that someday I can attend and see this fascinating festival in person!

I went to the Aomori Nebuta Festival, one of the Three Great Festivals of Tohoku. The powerful nebuta floats, the sound of the drums, and the crowd's chants all came together to make it very moving.
However, convenience stores and other businesses had stopped allowing people to use their restrooms, so I had a hard time finding one. If you're planning to go, I recommend checking the festival flyer and locating nearby restrooms in advance.

The lanterns (Nebuta) here are absolutely massive and incredibly detailed—it's honestly mind-blowing! The lights and colors are super vivid, and they almost look like they're moving and alive. Each float has its own theme, like famous warriors or mythological characters, and the craftsmanship is just stunning.

If you're into photography, the lights, colors, and movement at night are perfect for taking photos. But it does get pretty crowded, so make sure to grab a spot early.

This is the most iconic traditional festival in Aomori. The event is both sacred and lively. It was a rare chance to experience a Japanese cultural festival.