Nebuta Museum & Festival Backstage
From ¥162,000 for 1 guest · 1.5 hours
Visit the Nebuta museum after hours, with a seasonal look behind the scenes at the festival's huge illuminated floats.
- Where
- Aomori
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Group size
- 1–6 guests
The Aomori Nebuta Festival has lit up summer nights in Honshu's northernmost major city for a long time, famous for its huge floats, the nebuta, lit from inside. You take a private after-hours tour of the Nebuta museum.
From 31 May to 7 August a limited seasonal visit goes to the festival's real nebuta production site. From 11 August to 31 March there is a hands-on activity instead.
What is included
- Private after-hours museum tour
- Seasonal visit to the production site or hands-on activity
- English-speaking guide
Host and place
Hosted by A nebuta guide
Meeting point Aomori — exact address sent once confirmed
Cancellation policy for this experience
Our standard tour cancellation terms (Terms and Conditions, clause 5) do not apply to this experience. It is run by a partner host, who sets its own conditions:
Free cancellation up to 11 days before the experience date: you get a full refund if we receive your cancellation by 5:00 PM Japan time on that day. After that the booking is non-refundable, and the date and the number of guests cannot be changed.
We will remind you of these conditions by email when your booking is confirmed. Please read them before you book.
Good to know
How long is Nebuta Museum & Festival Backstage?
Nebuta Museum & Festival Backstage lasts 1.5 hours.
How much does Nebuta Museum & Festival Backstage cost?
From ¥162,000 for 1 guest. A larger group, up to 6 guests, costs more. We confirm the exact price when we confirm your date.
What is the cancellation policy?
Our standard tour cancellation terms do not apply to this experience: it is run by a partner who sets its own conditions. Free cancellation up to 11 days before the experience date: you get a full refund if we receive your cancellation by 5:00 PM Japan time on that day. After that the booking is non-refundable, and the date and the number of guests cannot be changed. We will remind you of these conditions by email when your booking is confirmed.
How many guests can join?
This experience takes 1 to 6 guests, so it stays small and personal.
Where does it take place and where do we meet?
The experience takes place in Aomori. Meeting point: Aomori — exact address sent once confirmed.
What is included?
Private after-hours museum tour, Seasonal visit to the production site or hands-on activity and English-speaking guide.
How do I book?
Send an enquiry with your preferred date using the form on this page. We confirm availability with the host and reply within one working day. Nothing is charged at the enquiry stage.
