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[summer][ Hokkaido Noboribetsu City]Noboribetsu Hell Festival, a summer festival in a hot spring area

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The Noboribetsu Hell Festival is a special festival unique to hot spring areas, held every summer at the end of the summer in Noboribetsu Onsen Town, Noboribetsu City, Hokkaido. The biggest feature of this festival is that it skillfully combines the hot springs, a natural resource of the region, with the history and culture of Noboribetsu. This festival, which has a theme of "Hell," attracts many tourists as an event filled with elements of traditional summer festivals and entertainment. The center of the festival is the appearance of King Enma. The "Hell Parade," in which King Enma parades with local residents and tourists, is full of laughter and surprises, and is a moment where you can feel the creativity and hospitality of the local people. Also, the humor that is typical of hot spring areas is not to be missed. The fantastic fireworks display, set against the backdrop of the scenery of "Hell Valley" where steam rises from the hot springs, provides a romantic moment unique to Noboribetsu. In addition, there are plenty of activities for a wide range of people, such as stalls where you can enjoy local specialties and a game corner that can be enjoyed by children and adults. The festival program changes slightly each year, so one of the attractions of the Noboribetsu Hell Festival is that you can discover something new every time you visit.

What is the Noboribetsu Hell Festival? A unique summer festival only found in a hot spring area

The Noboribetsu Hell Festival is a special festival unique to hot spring areas, held every summer at the end of the summer in Noboribetsu Onsen Town, Noboribetsu City, Hokkaido. The biggest feature of this festival is that it skillfully combines the hot springs, a natural resource of the region, with the history and culture of Noboribetsu. This festival, which has a theme of "Hell," attracts many tourists as an event filled with elements of traditional summer festivals and entertainment. The center of the festival is the appearance of King Enma. The "Hell Parade," in which King Enma parades with local residents and tourists, is full of laughter and surprises, and is a moment where you can feel the creativity and hospitality of the local people. Also, the humor that is typical of hot spring areas is not to be missed. The fantastic fireworks display, set against the backdrop of the scenery of "Hell Valley" where steam rises from the hot springs, provides a romantic moment unique to Noboribetsu. In addition, there are plenty of activities for a wide range of people, such as stalls where you can enjoy local specialties and a game corner that can be enjoyed by children and adults. The festival program changes slightly each year, so one of the attractions of the Noboribetsu Hell Festival is that you can discover something new every time you visit.

Recommended Points of Noboribetsu Hell Festival

1. The fantastic fireworks display in Jigokudani The climax of the Noboribetsu Hell Festival is the fireworks display with Jigokudani as the backdrop. Colorful fireworks light up the night sky amid the unique topography formed by volcanic activity and rising steam from hot springs. The scenery is like a paradise in hell. Tourists are overwhelmed by this spectacular show and it becomes a memorable moment. 2. Hell Parade starring King Enma King Enma, the symbol of the festival, is a symbol of local legends and culture. It is a powerful sight to see King Enma emerge from Jigokudani and parade through the town with tourists and local residents. Children and adults alike will be thrilled by the performance, which combines humor and tradition. 3. Food stalls unique to Noboribetsu Onsen Another fun thing to enjoy when visiting the festival is the food stalls where you can taste local hot spring cuisine and Hokkaido specialties. There is a wide selection of gourmet foods that you can't find anywhere else, such as grilled dishes made with fresh seafood and sweets made with the mineral-rich water of Noboribetsu Onsen. The food stalls are special when enjoyed in the heat of the festival.

Tourist spots around Noboribetsu Hell Festival

Before and after the Noboribetsu Hell Festival, be sure to enjoy sightseeing in the surrounding area. A particularly popular spot is Jigokudani. The terrain, with its steam and muddy swamps caused by active volcanic activity, will make you feel as if you have wandered into another world. You can also enjoy interacting with animals unique to Hokkaido at Bear Ranch. There are also plenty of footbath spots in Noboribetsu Onsen, as well as hot spring facilities where you can take a day trip to soothe your tired body.

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Noboribetsu Hell Festival, a summer festival in a hot spring area

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From JR Noboribetsu Station, take the bus bound for Noboribetsu Onsen for about 15 minutes.

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Otaru Ushio Festival Fireworks and a stroll around the canal

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Muroran Port Festival Port town summer festival

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About 10 to 15 minutes walk from JR Muroran Station

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Katsumago Fireworks Festival: A fusion of music and fireworks

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