Sendai Tanabata, Summer festival in Sendai, Japan
The streets of Sendai display thousands of colorful paper streamers and bamboo decorations hanging from poles that reach heights of 10 meters.
The celebration dates back to the era of Date Masamune, the first lord of Sendai Domain, who encouraged the development of this regional interpretation.
Local organizations create decorative elements including paper kimonos, nets, cranes, and purses, each representing different aspirations for prosperity and wellbeing.
The festival runs from August 6 to 8, with main activities centered around Ichibancho Shopping Arcade and accessible via JR Sendai Station.
While most Japanese cities hold Tanabata celebrations in July, Sendai maintains its August schedule to align with regional seasonal patterns.
Location: Sendai
Part of: Three Great Festivals of Tōhoku
Website: https://sendaitanabata.com
GPS coordinates: 38.26050,140.87197
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:33
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