Kamakura Festival – Akita’s Magical Snow Lanterns #kamakura #festival #japan #travelshorts

Every February, Yokote City in Akita Prefecture transforms into a winter wonderland for the Kamakura Festival, a 450-year-old tradition where giant snow huts light up the night! ❄️🏮 Inside these handmade igloo-like structures, families offer prayers to the water gods, enjoy warm amazake (sweet rice drink), and invite visitors in for a cozy chat. The streets glow with hundreds of illuminated kamakura, creating a mystical atmosphere straight out of a fairy tale. Whether you come for the tradition, scenery, or warm hospitality, the Kamakura Festival is one of Japan’s most magical winter experiences!

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