Noboribetsu Hell Festival
A Fiery Night Where Primal Drumbeats and Demon Spirits Shake the Town
Experience the legendary night when the gates of the underworld swing open and King Enma descends upon the misty streets of Noboribetsu.
As the steam drifts through the air of Noboribetsu Onsen, the powerful, bone-deep resonance of Noboribetsu drums begins to echo, signaling the start of the town’s most spectacular summer celebration. The sight of the "Enma Karakuri Float," a massive mechanical masterpiece standing about 6 meters tall, parading majestically down Gokuraku Street, is a breathtaking spectacle that commands the attention of every onlooker.
The intensity reaches a fever pitch during the "Oni Mikoshi Abare-Nerikomi," where teams hoist a massive red demon statue weighing about 1 ton. Under the shroud of night, the sharp, glowing gaze of King Enma creates a surreal atmosphere, making you feel as if the world of legends has crossed over into our own.
The festival reaches its grand finale with the "Oni Odori" (Demon Dance), where performers in vibrant costumes dance with infectious energy. As fireworks launched from Hell Valley paint the night sky in brilliant colors, the scent of gunpowder and the cheers of the crowd blend into a moment of pure exhilaration. This is a rare opportunity to feel the living traditions and fiery passion of Noboribetsu, the "Town of Demons."
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General Information
- Event period
- 2026/8/29 -8/30
- Event venue
- Noboribetsu Onsen Street
- Postal code
- 〒059-0551
- Address
- 北海道登別市登別温泉町
- Telephone Number
- 0143-84-3311（Noboribetsu International Tourism and Convention Association）
- Prices
- Free
- Car Park
- Temporary paid parking will be set up
Public transportation is recommended. - Directions
- ●By car: About 10 minutes from Hokkaido Expwy Noboribetsu Higashi IC
●By bus: About 15 minutes from JR Noboribetsu Station - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
