The Otaru Snow Light Path Festival (小樽雪あかりの路) is an annual winter event held in the city of Otaru, Hokkaido, Japan. The festival features thousands of small snow lanterns that line the city’s canals, streets, and parks, creating a magical atmosphere.
The festival has two main venues: the Otaru Canal venue and the Temiya Line venue. The Otaru Canal venue is the most popular, with snow lanterns lining the canal and creating a romantic atmosphere. The Temiya Line venue is a former railway line that has been converted into a walking path, and is lit up with snow lanterns during the festival. There are also several other venues throughout the city, including Asarigawa Onsen.
During the festival, visitors can stroll through the beautifully illuminated streets, enjoy traditional Japanese street food, and take part in various activities such as snow sculpting.
The Otaru Snow Light Path Festival has been held for over 20 years and attracts visitors from all over Japan and the world. The festival is made possible by the efforts of numerous volunteers who help to create and maintain the snow lanterns. It is a magical and romantic event that offers a unique experience of winter in Japan.
