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Learn about and taste the history and varieties of specialty cherries
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Learn about and taste the history and varieties of specialty cherries

About this spot

This facility symbolizes the 'Fruit Kingdom Higashine' and introduces the history and varieties of Higashine's specialty cherries. The shop carries cherry juice and confectionery products, perfect for finding local souvenirs. While the cherry season has passed by midsummer, it offers a great opportunity to understand why Higashine is called the 'Cherry Town.'

Season & hours

Name: ひがしね祭

Date & time: 8/10 (Mon)–8/11 (Tue) 七夕提灯行列18:30–21:00・おどりの競演17:00–21:30

Venue: 東根市役所庁舎周辺

2026年8月10日から11日にかけて、東根市役所庁舎周辺を舞台に開催されるひがしね祭は、17時から21時30分まで繰り広げられる「おどりの競演」と、18時30分から21時まで行われる「七夕提灯行列」の二本柱で構成される、東根を代表する夏まつりです。無数の提灯を掲げた行列がまちなかを練り歩く光景は幻想的で、太鼓や音楽にあわせて踊る人々の熱気とともに、東根の夏の夜を締めくくります。今回のコースで訪ねる初日は、まつりが幕を開けたばかりのフレッシュな雰囲気を味わえる日です。

Tips

会場周辺は夜になると多くの見物客でにぎわい、駐車場が混み合うことがあります。提灯行列は移動しながら進むため、見る場所によってタイミングが異なるので、係員の案内に従いましょう。

Source: summer.walkerplus.com

Tips

A few minutes by car from Sakuranbo Higashine Station. Admission may charge a fee. A tasting and shopping section is available, making it convenient for selecting souvenirs.

Best time to visit

Approximately 50 minutes. Afternoon hours allow for leisurely viewing.

Access & map

1-5 Chuo 1-chome, Higashine City, Yamagata Prefecture 999-3711

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