Nebuta Museum WA RASSE
About This Museum
People come here to understand the magic of our Nebuta Matsuri, especially if they can't visit in sweltering August. The moment you step inside, you're surrounded by these colossal, illuminated warrior floats, their fierce paper faces glowing in the dark hall. You can get right up close to see the intricate metal framing and the hand-painted washi paper, each one a masterpiece of folk art. It’s not just a display; it’s like the energy and noise of the parade has been captured and put on pause for you. You leave feeling the sheer scale and passion that goes into our city's most famous event.
Collection Highlights
The main hall features several grand prize-winning floats from recent festivals, all dramatically lit. Don't miss the impressive display of taiko drums you're invited to play, and the upstairs section where you can watch local artisans demonstrate how the floats are painted.
Visitor Information
It's right on the Aomori Bay waterfront, so easy to combine with a stroll along the pier. If your timing is right, you might even catch a live performance of the Haneto dancers in the plaza outside.
Architecture & Building
A strikingly modern building sheathed in deep crimson red panels, its angular shape designed to evoke both a traditional Japanese lantern and the sails of the ships in Aomori Bay.
Contact & Location
Address: ゆうちょ銀行, 中央古川通り, 新町一丁目, 青森市, 青森県, 030-0801, 日本
Phone: +81 17-752-1311
Website: Visit Website