Important Intangible Folk Cultural Properties of Aomori
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Designated an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan in 1980, Aomori no Nebuta is one of the three great summer festivals of the Tohoku region, held annually from August 2 to 7 in Aomori City. Discover the history, highlights, and unique participatory spirit of this world-class festival of light, where nine-meter-wide illuminated paper warriors parade alongside thunderous drums and leaping haneto dancers crying 'Rassera!'
Held August 1–7 in Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, the Hirosaki Neputa Festival is a nationally designated Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property. Towering fan-shaped lanterns painted with warriors from Chinese and Japanese epics parade through the castle town to flutes, taiko drums, and the cry of 'Yaa-yaa-doh.' Discover its 300-year history, highlights, and visitor information.
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