Muikamachi Fureai Matsuri - Sunday October 2nd

One of the joys of Autumn in Snow Country is the recently harvested produce and the resulting festivals to celebrate another successful growing season. Sunday 2nd October is the annual Muikamachi Fureai Matsuri which is a great day out for the whole family. The Festival is a chance for all the local producers and businesses to show off the local delicacies and famous produce.

The Festival is held in front of Muikamachi Station and kicks off at 10am, running through to three o'clock in the afternoon. There is a flea market, live entertainment and music shows and lots of stalls serving up the tasty locally produced dishes.

The mushrooms from the area are particularly well-known and the local mushroom soup is a wonderful way to chase away any autumn chills. The local farmers are well know for their agricultural prowess and the freshness of all the food on offer is a testament to their skill and the rich soil of the surrounding valley.

The area is also well known for its surrounding mountains and the views of the autumn colors will be well worth the trip.