SURVIVING -4°🥶 JAPAN’S COUNTRYSIDE YAMAGATA EXTREME WINTER FESTIVAL | THE BIZARRE KASEDORI

SURVIVING -4°🥶 JAPAN’S COUNTRYSIDE YAMAGATA EXTREME WINTER FESTIVAL | THE BIZARRE KASEDORI

Probably one of Japan’s most bizarre and bone-chilling winter traditions—the Kasedori Festival in Kaminoyama, Yamagata

Wearing thick straw cloaks, drenched in icy water, and dancing through the streets in sub-zero temperatures, the Kasedori dancers are symbols of luck and protection. But nothing could prepare me for the surreal energy, deep-rooted tradition, and the incredible warmth of the community—even in the freezing cold!

🍱 Also featuring local eats, onsen moments, and a glimpse into the spirit of rural Japan.
🎭 Tradition, madness, cold, and joy—all in one video.

00:00 Introduction to Kasedori Festival in Japan
01:16 Trip from Tokyo to countryside Kaminoyama-Onsen
03:34 BBQ Lamb Jingisukan
04:48 Exploring Kiminoyama streets and coffee
06:22 Explanation on what is Kasedori Festival
07:36 Event day and Kasedori journey
11:55 Reflections and gratitude
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🎶 Music in this video are from Artlist
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🎛 **Equipment used**
DJI Mavic pro
Shot with Iphone 16 Pro Max📲

✨ Special thanks to the Kasedori committee and community team for giving me this privilege to be part of the festival!