Rumoi Donto Festival 2023 - Hokkaido
The Rumoi Donto Festival ( るもい呑涛(どんとう)まつり ) , also known as Rumoi Donto Matsuri , is the crowning jewel of summer celebrations in Rumoi City, Hokkaido. This vibrant festival honors the city’s rich heritage as a once-thriving herring fishing town and pays tribute to the indomitable spirit of its fishermen. Rooted in the rallying cry of the golden herring age—“ Bring it on, even in bad weather or storms. We’ll drink it all up. ”—The festival pulsates with energy, tradition, and community spirit. Rumoi Donto Festival 2023 A Night to Remember: Festival Eve at Rumoi Port The festivities kick off with an electrifying evening at Rumoi Port, featuring the much-anticipated Finale Citizen Fireworks Display . This dazzling spectacle of fireworks, paired with laser light shows, illuminates the summer night sky, creating an unforgettable ambiance by the sea. Families, friends, and visitors gather to revel in the vibrant energy of this magical evening. Rumoi Donto Festival - Rumoi City, Hokkaido Pr...