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Takasegawa Koinobori Display

Takase, Yamagata City, Yamagata

Venue: Takase River banks (Takase District)

Apr 7 – May 5, 2026 (est.)

Held each spring along the Takase River in Yamagata City, this community-organized event features over 300 colorful koinobori strung on wires spanning approximately 800 meters. Organized by a local community group as part of environmental beautification efforts, the display includes handcrafted koinobori by a renowned craftsman from Sagae City. The combination of cherry blossoms and koinobori creates a picturesque spring scene, and children can touch some of the streamers displayed near the playground area.

300+ koinobori stretching 800 meters

Access

15 min by car from JR Yamagata Station

Hours

Open all day for viewing

Admission

Free

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