Aomori Nebuta Matsuri

Japan· Matsuri · Aomori

MatsuriTravel impact: High
Date
Mon, 2 Aug 2027 to Sat, 7 Aug 2027
Duration
6 daysMulti-day holiday
Local name
青森ねぶた祭
Region
Aomori
Matsuri
Aomori

Background

Aomori City’s summer float festival, famous for huge illuminated Nebuta floats and haneto dancers—one of Tohoku’s signature matsuri.

Impact on travellers

Not a public holiday, but hotels sell out and prices spike. Viewing needs early spots or paid seats; downtown nights are extremely crowded—book lodging early.

Extra notes

Traditionally 2–7 August, with a final-day sea procession in many years—confirm the official schedule.

Sources

Status
ConfirmedChecked against official or authoritative public sources
Last reviewed
Sun, 26 Jul 2026

No separate source link for this entry; check the country calendar and official notices.

Cabinet Office national holiday table for 2026–2027 (祝日), including 振替休日 and 国民の休日; festivals remain curated travel picks.

Travel reference only—always re-check the latest local official notices.