National Treasure Matsumoto Castle Ice Sculpting Festival 2027

About this event

The "National Treasure Matsumoto Castle Ice Sculpting Festival 2027" will be held, featuring ice sculptors from across Japan creating bold yet delicate works of ice art. Visitors can witness the impressive sculpting process firsthand and enjoy numerous stunning ice sculptures revealed with the morning sun. During the event, ice sculpture creation and exhibitions will take place at various spots throughout the city, including Matsumoto Castle Park, Hanadokei Park, the Matsumoto City Museum of Art, Matsumoto Station Square, Nakamachi Kurassic-kan, and the Otemon Masugata Ruins Square. Strolling through the photogenic icy castle town is one of the highlights. In the main event, the "All-Japan Ice Sculpting Competition Championship," sculptors from around the country compete through an overnight sculpting session, demonstrating their skills. The "All-Japan Ice Sculpting Competition Pre-Event," a gateway to success for up-and-coming ice sculptors, will also be held, showcasing works full of youth and vigor. Furthermore, the appearance of the ice art appearing across the town changes depending on the time of day and lighting, offering plenty of photo opportunities. At the venue, there are plenty of participatory events for both children and adults to enjoy, such as a 20-meter jumbo ice slide, street performer shows, and workshops.

Venue

Matsumoto Castle Otemon Masugata Ruins Square

3-3-1 Ote, Matsumoto, Nagano 390-0874