Yokote Snow Festival in Himeji Castle: Kamakura and Namahage Are Coming from Akita!

About this event

This event brings "Kamakura" snow huts and "Namahage" from Yokote City, Akita Prefecture, to Himeji City, serving as a classic winter tradition. At the venue, in addition to viewing and photographing Yokote City's "Kamakura"—boasting approximately 450 years of tradition—up close, visitors can enjoy authentic snow play, including sledding down a snow slide with Himeji Castle in the background and a snowfall experience zone using artificial snowmakers. Additionally, Akita Prefecture's renowned Nationally Designated Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property "Namahage" will appear, featuring powerful procession marches and commemorative photo sessions. Furthermore, there will be food and drink booths where you can taste Yokote gourmet dishes such as "Yokote Yakisoba," "Kiritanpo," and "Imonoko-jiru," as well as tastings of sake, a local industry of Himeji City. For elementary school children and younger who participate in the Kamakura viewing and photo session, a snowman gift will be given to the first 500 arrivals. This event offers a precious opportunity to experience the winter atmosphere of Michinoku and the powerful traditional culture of Tohoku, featuring the charm of experiencing snow country culture while in Himeji.

Venue

Yokote Park

4 Shiroyamacho, Yokote, Akita 013-0012