A quiet mountain village summer festival where handmade crystal andon lanterns gently illuminate the shopping street
About this spot
The Surisawa Crystal Andon Festival is a community-made summer festival held from the Surisawa Station front through Surisawa Shopping Street and Yotsu-Kado Shopping Street in Daito Town, Ichinoseki City. In 2026, it runs for three days from August 13-15, with crystal andon lanterns made by local residents and children lined up along the shopping street eaves. As the sun sets, lights come on simultaneously. Unlike large-scale festivals with impressive fireworks or drums, the sight of small lights gently illuminating the night streets has long been cherished by the community as a signature summer tradition of mountain villages. Walk slowly with your family and feel the handmade warmth embedded in each andon lantern.
Season & hours
Name: 摺沢水晶あんどん祭り
Date & time: 8/13 (Thu)–8/15 (Sat) Time TBA
Venue: 一関市大東町・摺沢駅から摺沢商店街、四ツ角商店街
Tips
Parking near the venue is limited, so using public transportation or parking a bit away from the area is recommended. At night, some areas have modest lighting, so watch your footing as you walk.
Best time to visit
Around 7 PM, when the andon lanterns light up after sunset, is the most beautiful time to view them.
Access & map
Iwate Prefecture, Ichinoseki City, Daito Town・From Surisawa Station through Surisawa Shopping Street and Yotsu-Kado Shopping Street
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2026 Surisawa Crystal Andon Festival - Full Day Immersion Course
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