Yamagata Hanagasa Matsuri
One of the four major Tohoku festivals held every August. Dancers holding hanagasa parade beautifully through the streets.
The Yamagata Hanagasa Matsuri held in Yamagata City from August 5-7 each year is counted as one of the four major Tohoku festivals and a symbol of summer. Holding hanagasa decorated with safflower, dancers parade through the main streets of the city to the chant of 'Yassho, Makasho.' Approximately 10,000 dancers participate and attract about 1 million spectators. There are various styles ranging from traditional authentic hanagasa dances to creative hanagasa dances, and areas are set up where anyone can join in.
Access
10-minute walk from JR Yamagata Station (along Parade Street)
Hours
18:00〜21:45（8月5〜7日）
Budget
無料（有料観覧席あり）
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