Memuro Ice Lantern Night (Hyotoya)
A Winter Wonderland Lit by 4,000 Handcrafted Ice Lanterns
Experience the magical glow of handmade ice lanterns at Memuro Park. This beloved winter tradition combines local craftsmanship, community spirit, and a stunning display of light and fireworks.
Memuro Ice Lantern Night (Hyotoya), one of Tokachi’s signature winter events, transforms the snowy landscape into a world of flickering light. The lanterns are handcrafted by local residents, who fill buckets with water, freeze them in the bitter cold, and release them with hot water. What began in 1988 with just 350 lanterns was inspired by the founder’s encounter with an ice-candle-lit path leading to a church in Switzerland. Today, nearly 4,000 lanterns cast a warm glow across the snow-covered park, reflecting decades of community dedication.
As night falls, the festival reaches its climax with a spectacular fireworks display. Brilliant bursts of color illuminate the clear winter sky, creating a striking contrast with the snow below. The combination of flickering lanterns and dazzling fireworks creates an unforgettable atmosphere that makes visitors forget the winter chill. Come and experience the warmth, beauty, and community spirit of one of Tokachi’s most cherished winter traditions.
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General Information
- Event period
- 2026/2/7
- Event venue
- Memuro Park
- Address
- 北海道河西郡芽室町本通8丁目
- Telephone Number
- 0155-66-6522（Memuro-cho Tourist and Products Association）
- Directions
- ●Free shuttle bus: About 5 minutes from JR Memuro Station
●On foot: About 15 minutes from JR Memuro Station - Website
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