Lantern Floating on the Inaoi River

The Inaoi River, developed through the efforts of Tsuto Nitobe and others, has brought prosperity to Towada and stands today as a symbol of the city.

On a quiet summer night, lanterns carrying messages of gratitude and hope are floated down its waters.

Whether you wish to honor your ancestors, pray for business success, or hope for success in exams, you are invited to take part by entrusting your wishes to a lantern and sending it on its way.

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【Date&Time】

Saturday, August 16, 2025 — 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

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【Location】

Inaoi River (near Daiichi Nishiura Bridge), Towada City

For location details, click here

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【Lantern Sales】

Starting Tuesday, July 22, lanterns will be available for purchase at the Towada Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Bringing your own handmade lantern is also very welcome!

(Please see notes below.)

Types & Prices

①Paper Lantern(W150mm×D150mm×H200㎜)　　　　                 ¥1,000(also available on the event day)

②Boat-shaped Lantern – Small(W500mm×D160mm×H300mm)　¥2,000

③Boat-shaped Lantern – Large(W700mm×D175mm×H300mm)　¥2,500

④Name printing on boat-shaped lanterns　　　　　　　　　　　 ¥200

Notes:

Handmade lanterns are welcome, but lanterns with motors or power sources are not permitted.

If your handmade lantern is over 1 meter in length, an application is required in advance. Please contact us for details.

After purchase, you are welcome to decorate your lantern with your own drawings or messages.

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【Contact】

Taiso Kenshokai Office(inside the Towada Chamber of Commerce and Industry)

TEL：0176-24-1111

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【Organizer (Co-organizer)】

Towada Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Towada Oirase Tourism Organization

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【Support】
Towada City

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