- June 11, 2025
- BELONGING JAPAN
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What is the Nebuta Festival-themed Sauna at Hoshino Resort Aomoriya?
Starting April 3, 2024, Hoshino Resort Aomoriya will unveil a unique sauna experience inspired by Aomori’s rich cultural heritage. The “Aomori Nebuta Sauna” at Hoshino Resort Aomoriya is designed around the famous Nebuta Festival, featuring authentic Nebuta floats created by the Takenami Hiroo Nebuta Research Institute, led by Hiroo Takenami, the 7th-generation Nebuta master. This exclusive sauna at Hoshino Resort Aomoriya lets guests feel the vibrant heat of the Aomori Nebuta Festival, enhanced with automatic loo-ryu synchronized to traditional festival music. When opening the sauna door, visitors are greeted by a Nebuta float themed on the “Dragon God,” a water and rain deity central to the Aomori Nebuta Festival. At Hoshino Resort Aomoriya, guests can enjoy close-up views of these dynamic Nebuta artworks while soaking in the comforting festival warmth—offering a truly soothing experience for both body and soul.
Source / Photo by: Hoshino Resorts
What is Nebuta Festival?
This is one of the three major festivals in the Tohoku region in Japan. It is designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of the country. Following the floats called “Ningyo Nebula,” dancers known as “Haneto” dance through the streets chanting “rasse-ra, rasse-ra.” The festival is held annually from August 2nd to 7th.
Source: The official Aomori Travel Guide
What is Hoshino Resorts Aomoriya?
Hoshino Resort Aomoriya is a fancy resort in Aomori Prefecture, Japan. It’s part of the Hoshino Resorts chain, known for its luxurious accommodations that show off the local culture. It’s just 20 minutes from Misawa Airport or 3 minutes from Misawa Station by car, and they have a free shuttle bus for both. The resort has rooms with hot spring baths, and there’s a buffet restaurant with lots of different foods, including local Aomori dishes. It’s a great place to experience the nature and culture of Aomori.
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Address: 56 Furumagiyama, Misawa-shi, Aomori-ken, Japan (Access)
