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Asahikawa Winter Festival 2024: Cultural Adventures

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I experienced the Asahikawa Winter Festival for the first time on February 11, 2023 , which was my 467th day in Japan as an ALT under the JET Programme . I visited with the Tomamae Gang , and we had an amazing time, thanks to Hasegawa-sensei , who drove us there. At that moment, I wished my family could join me, knowing they would have loved it. Asahikawa Winter Festival 2024 A year later, on February 11, 2024 —my 832nd day in Japan —I finally had the chance to share the experience with them. We enjoyed the festival so much that we promised to return next year, and hopefully, we can stay overnight to fully immerse ourselves in the event. Asahikawa Winter Festival Details The first thing that hits you is the snow sculptures. And not just small ones, these are giant, jaw-dropping creations that transform the city into a winter wonderland. Each year has a centerpiece that steals the show and doubles as a stage for music and live performances. Fun fact: in 1994, Asahikawa carved ...

Japan Diaries 4: Day 832

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Day 832: February 11, 2024 Sunday – Asahikawa City Team Nicerio's heading to Asahikawa for the Asahikawa Winter Festival 2024 , but we won't be bringing Ruru along with us. We made a quick stop at the Seicomart Motokawacho Branch to buy some snacks for our bus ride to Asahikawa Today was an exciting and eventful day as my family and I visited the Asahikawa Winter Festival in Asahikawa City ( 旭川市 ). We had planned to catch the first Engan Bus trip from Rumoi City, but seeing our children still fast asleep, we decided not to disturb their rest and opted for the 9:49 AM bus instead.  Check out how deep the snow is Walking to the Motokawacho bus stop Motokawacho Bus Stop Waiting for the bus to Asahikawa City We're riding the Engan Bus Because it snowed a lot yesterday, we weren't surprised by how deep the snow was going to the Motokawacho bus stop . We walked like penguins going to the bus stop, and thankfully, we got there just in time before the 9:49 AM bus arrived. It...

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