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[summer][ Hokkaido Rumoi City]Rumoi Tonto Festival - A festival of the sea and fireworks

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Rumoi City, located in the northern part of Hokkaido, is a beautiful city with rich nature and fishing culture. The Rumoi Tonto Festival, held every summer in Rumoi City, is a major event where you can experience the local vitality and traditions. This festival is a place to give thanks to the sea and fishing industry, which are symbols of Rumoi City, and has been loved for many years as a place for local residents and tourists to enjoy together. Particularly noteworthy are the powerful performances and traditional rituals by the fishermen. At the venue, there are stalls where you can taste local specialties, so you can fully enjoy the taste of Rumoi. In addition, the famous "Tonto Ceremony", which is the core of the festival, is a traditional ceremony held facing the ocean, which is a spectacular highlight. Many tourists visit just to see this, and the sacred atmosphere will be a special experience that you can't find anywhere else. If you are visiting the festival, check the festival schedule in advance and be sure not to miss this ceremony.

What is the appeal of the Rumoi Tonto Festival in Rumoi, Hokkaido?

Rumoi City, located in the northern part of Hokkaido, is a beautiful city with rich nature and fishing culture. The Rumoi Tonto Festival, held every summer in Rumoi City, is a major event where you can experience the local vitality and traditions. This festival is a place to give thanks to the sea and fishing industry, which are symbols of Rumoi City, and has been loved for many years as a place for local residents and tourists to enjoy together. Particularly noteworthy are the powerful performances and traditional rituals by the fishermen. At the venue, there are stalls where you can taste local specialties, so you can fully enjoy the taste of Rumoi. In addition, the famous "Tonto Ceremony", which is the core of the festival, is a traditional ceremony held facing the ocean, which is a spectacular highlight. Many tourists visit just to see this, and the sacred atmosphere will be a special experience that you can't find anywhere else. If you are visiting the festival, check the festival schedule in advance and be sure not to miss this ceremony.

Enjoy seafood and local delicacies! A taste experience unique to Rumoi

When you visit the Rumoi Tonto Festival, be sure to enjoy the fresh seafood dishes and local specialty gourmet food served at the venue. Rumoi City is known as the fishing center of Hokkaido, and an abundance of fresh seafood is landed. At the festival stalls, you can easily enjoy delicious local dishes such as butter-grilled scallops and salt-grilled pacific saury. There are also booths where you can purchase handmade seafood bowls made by fishermen and local specialty products that can only be found in the area. In addition, soup made with kelp from Rumoi and side dishes made with locally grown vegetables are very popular with tourists. These dishes are not only delicious, but also a great opportunity to experience the natural bounty of Rumoi and the skills of the fishermen. You can also enjoy craft beer and sake unique to Hokkaido, so you can enjoy the local sake culture along with seafood. There are also plenty of food menus for children and sweet shops to make the festival enjoyable for families, so it can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Enjoy the festival while sampling the local delicacies and create special summer memories.

Enjoy the excitement of a summer night with fireworks

The finale of the Rumoi Tonto Festival is a spectacular fireworks display that lights up the summer night sky. This fireworks display takes place against the backdrop of Rumoi City's coastline, and the beauty of the location has attracted attention nationwide. In particular, the light of the fireworks reflected on the sea surface is fantastic, and it is sure to be a moment that will remain in your memory for a lifetime. At the fireworks display, fireworks of various sizes are launched one after another, and the show lasts for about 30 minutes. Among them, the "large fireworks that resonate with the sea" that are launched at the climax are the symbol of the festival, and many spectators look forward to this moment. Another point not to be missed is the sight of local fishing boats being lit up and coloring the sea with the fireworks. This fireworks display is a great opportunity for couples and families to create special memories. It is recommended that you secure a viewing spot in advance to avoid crowds. Bring a picnic sheet and enjoy the fireworks with local gourmet food in hand, the very essence of summer luxury. If you visit the Rumoi Tonto Festival, be sure to enjoy this fireworks display to the fullest.

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