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Asahikawa Winter Festival
旭川冬まつり
Experience massive snow sculptures and ice art at Hokkaido's premier winter celebration.
Schedule
February 6, 2027
Guide6 min read
The Asahikawa Winter Festival is a signature winter celebration held annually in early February in Asahikawa, Hokkaido.
Highlights
Giant Snow SculpturesWinter AttractionsWinter Marche
About Asahikawa Winter Festival
Here are some tips to make the most of your Asahikawa Winter Festival experience.
- Massive Snow Sculptures: Don't miss the incredibly detailed and giant sculptures created with the help of the JGSDF. Experience the sheer scale of these works.
- Winter Attractions: Enjoy a variety of snow activities such as tubing, snow scooting, and horse-drawn sleigh rides.
- Night Illuminations: The stage events and illuminated sculptures create a magical nighttime atmosphere.
- Local Gourmet: Warm up while enjoying authentic Hokkaido flavors at the Winter Marche.
Photo gallery
All photosWeather forecast
Thu
9/17
25°/11°
0%
Fri
9/18
24°/12°
0%
Sat
9/19
21°/12°
26%
Sun
9/20
22°/12°
25%
Mon
9/21
24°/14°
27%
Tue
9/22
21°/14°
16%
Wed
9/23
22°/11°
4%
Tips
Clothing & Essentials
Due to the extreme cold, please bring heavy winter clothing, gloves, a hat, and non-slip shoes.
Access
The venue is about a 15-minute walk from JR Asahikawa Station, but using the free shuttle bus is highly recommended.
Activities
A variety of snow-based experiences like tubing and snow scooting are available.
