📜 Annual festival in Niigata, Japan, featuring huge art pieces made from rice straw.
🔍 Sculptures are created by Musashino Art University students and local volunteers.

Why Go

🎨 Unique cultural event combining traditional materials with contemporary art
📸 Opportunity to photograph massive, up to 5m tall, straw sculptures
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun and educational experience for all ages
🌳 Enjoy picturesque rural scenery
🎉 Experience local culture and festivities
🛍️ Local food stalls and workshops sometimes available

Tips

🗓️ Best visited between late August and October when sculptures are displayed.
📷 Bring a wide-angle lens for large sculptures.
🚶 Spend several hours walking through Uwasekigata Park.

Cost

💰 Free admission

Hours

🕒 Annually from late August to end of October.

🅿️ Parking Parking available at Uwasekigata Park