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Yokote's Okuribon Festival

This year, too, the 'Okuribon Festival' colors the summer of Yokote

(15th) In front of Yokote City Hall Main Building (16th) Hebinosaki Riverbank and others

8/15(Fri)

8/16(Sat)

It is said to have started as a way to mourn the people who died in the great famine of the mid-Edo period by sending out boats made of straw to the riverbank. On the 15th, about 500 dancers perform the citizens' bon odori around the yakatabune, and on the 16th, the yakatabune launch takes place, showcasing powerful clashes against a backdrop of beautiful fireworks.

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(15th) In front of Yokote City Hall Main Building (16th) Hebinosaki Riverbank and others

About 10 minutes from Yokote IC

About 15 minutes on foot from Yokote Station

Date & Time: 8/15(Fri) 8/16(Sat)
Note: Cancelled in case of rain (held in light rain) August 15: Citizens' Bon Odori and Yakatabune Viewing Event / Held in case of rain August 16: Yakatabune Launching and Sponsored Fireworks Display
Venue: (15th) In front of Yokote City Hall Main Building (16th) Hebinosaki Riverbank and others
Address: Hebinosaki-cho, Yokote City, Akita Prefecture
parking: Parking is available around the Yokote City Hall Main Building. However, due to expected congestion, please use public transportation.
Access: About 10 minutes from Yokote IC
Access (Public): About 15 minutes on foot from Yokote Station
Contact: 0182-33-7111 （General Incorporated Association Yokote City Tourism Association）
URL: https://www.yokotekamakura.com/

Yokote's Okuribon Festival

This year, too, the 'Okuribon Festival' colors the summer of Yokote

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