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14 upcoming events
Sanriku Fireworks Competition

Sanriku Fireworks Competition

Early Oct

The Sanriku Fireworks Competition brings 23 different fireworks companies to Iwate Prefecture to show off their skills in the pyrotechnics..

Iwate ¥5,000
National Mochi Summit

National Mochi Summit

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..

Iwate Free Entry
Hanamaki Souminsai

Hanamaki Souminsai

Early Jan

The Hanamaki Souminsai is held every year on January 2nd at the Koshio shrine on Mount Koshio.

Iwate 12 Free Entry
Iwate Snow Festival

Iwate Snow Festival

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..

Iwate 3 Free Entry
Shizukuishi Winter Festa

Shizukuishi Winter Festa

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..

Iwate ¥400
Kokusekiji Sominsai in Oshuu

Kokusekiji Sominsai in Oshuu

Mid Feb

A winter water purification ceremony, participants strip down to only a loin cloth. Next they face several challenges to show bravery..

Iwate 1 Free Entry

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