In a cold mountain town north-west of Tokyo, teams haul six huge wooden floats, lit with lanterns and some weighing up to 20 tonnes, through the streets on a winter night. The hardest moment is dragging them by rope up the steep Dangozaka slope while taiko drums play and fireworks burst overhead. It is the shrine festival of Chichibu Shrine, held for over 300 years and listed by UNESCO.
| Dates | Dec 2–3, 2026 |
|---|---|
| When | December 2 (eve) and December 3 (main night) every year |
| Frequency | 1 |
| Price Range | Free to watch; reserved seats about 4,000 yen |
| Country | Japan |
| Vibes | Cultural Parade |
| Location | Chichibu, Saitama |
| Website | Available on upgraded listings — upgrade this listing |
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