Shimokawa Ice Candle Museum
Discover the birthplace of Japan’s ice candles
A winter festival bathed in amber light. Every February, Shimokawa is beautifully transformed by thousands of ice candles handmade by local residents.
Every February, the streets of Shimokawa come alive with thousands of ice candles, casting a warm amber glow across the snow-covered landscape. This unique winter spectacle can only be experienced in the town where Japan's ice candle tradition began. Strolling through the crisp night air, visitors can watch flames flickering inside the ice candles and enjoy a magical atmosphere that creates an unforgettable winter experience.
Ice candles can be found throughout the town, inviting visitors to wander and discover their favorite displays along the way. Food and merchandise booths offer warm local delicacies, while live music adds to the charm of the winter evening. Be sure to bring your camera and capture the enchanting beauty of this handmade winter tradition for the festival's photo contest.
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General Information
- Event period
- 2026/2/14 17:00-20:00
2026/2/15 11:00-20:00 - Event venue
- Nigiwai Plaza (6 Kyoei-machi), Komorebi Town Revitalization Center (1-1 Kyoei-machi), Shimokawa Town Bus Terminal
- Postal code
- 〒098-1203
- Address
- 北海道上川郡下川町
- Telephone Number
- 01655-4-2718（Shimokawa Tourist Association）
- Car Park
- 300 spaces, free
- Directions
- ●By car: About 30 minutes from JR Nayoro Station
●By car: About 50 minutes from Hokkaido Expwy Shibetsu-Kenbuchi IC - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
