Activities Sanriku Fireworks Competition 2024 Early Oct The Sanriku Fireworks Competition brings 23 different fireworks companies to Iwate Prefecture to show off their skills in the pyrotechnics..
Culture National Mochi Summit 2024 Mid Nov Mochi is one of Japan's most popular foods, and it's also one of the most versatile – it can be enjoyed in various way..
Festivals Hanamaki Souminsai 2025 Thursday - Jan 2nd The Hanamaki Souminsai is held every year on January 2nd at the Koshio shrine on Mount Koshio.
Culture Iwate Snow Festival 2025 Early - Mid Feb The Iwate Snow Festival is held at the Makiba area in Koiwai Farm every February, and known as one of Tohoku's 5 Great Snow..
Activities Shizukuishi Winter Festa 2025 Early - Mid Feb If you're looking for some family-friendly fun this February, the Shizukuishi Winter Festa at Iwate's Koiwai Farm is worth..
Culture Kokusekiji Sominsai in Oshuu 2025 Mid Feb A winter water purification ceremony, participants strip down to only a loin cloth. Next they face several challenges to show bravery..
Activities Kitakami Tenshochi Sakura Festival 2025 Early - Late Apr Each year from around mid April to early-May, Iwate's Kitakami Tenshochi Park is home to a cherry blossom festival that celebrates..