By MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network, Reported by Chen Guanxin
Japanese summer festivals are rich in content and incredibly lively, serving as major seasonal events for locals. Among them, Kochi’s YOSAKOI Night Parade Festival in summer attracts millions of visitors each year, making it one of Japan’s most popular festivals. This year’s Night Parade will take place from August 9 to 12. Not only will the public have the chance to experience an authentic Japanese festival, but from now until July 8, anyone who visits the summer edition of the “Let’s Go to Kochi, Japan” information website, browses Kochi’s summer highlights and experience activities, and leaves a comment, will have the chance to win a 5-day, 4-night free trip to Kochi.
Just leave a comment online for a chance to experience the charm of the Kochi YOSAKOI Night Parade Festival alongside millions of others. (Image provided by the Tourism Policy Division, Kochi Prefecture Tourism Promotion Department)
Located at the southeastern tip of Shikoku, Kochi Prefecture is somewhat remote from Honshu, making it a hidden gem destination in Japan. Besides being the hometown of the historic figure Sakamoto Ryoma, it also boasts pristine rivers such as the Shimanto River and the Niyodo River, as well as an abundance of fresh seafood. The Kochi YOSAKOI Night Parade Festival in summer draws millions of visitors each year to enjoy this vibrant seasonal event, earning its reputation as the birthplace of the authentic YOSAKOI festival.
The Kochi YOSAKOI Night Parade Festival, featuring performances with naruko clappers, attracts numerous visitors every year. (Image provided by the Tourism Policy Division, Kochi Prefecture Tourism Promotion Department)
From now until July 8, visit the summer edition activity page of the “Let’s Go to Kochi, Japan” information website, browse Kochi’s summer highlights and experience activities, and leave a comment about the experience or attraction you’re most eager to enjoy, or apply to be a festival experience officer. You could win a 5-day, 4-night free trip to Kochi worth approximately NT$50,000. The prize package includes round-trip international flights between Taipei and Tokyo, round-trip domestic flights between Tokyo and Kochi, four nights of hotel accommodation in Kochi Prefecture, and an ALL Shikoku Rail Pass.
Activity webpage: www.travelrich.com.tw/travel/jp/kochi
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