Event Announcement📣
From August 1 to August 3, the Hokkaido Balloon Festival takes place in Kamishihoro Town😊
This hot air balloon competition was first held in Japan in 1974!!
A colorful array of balloons gathers from across the country to compete🎵
You can also enjoy tethered balloon rides, live music, and local gourmet food😍
On the experience flights, you can ride the balloon of Horon-chan, Kamishihoro Town’s character, the fairy of sky and land!!
📌Date and Time: August 1–August 3, 2025
📌Location: Kamishihoro Town Aviation Park and surrounding areas
📌Hot Air Balloon Competition Flight Schedule
8/1 → Morning competition 5:30, Afternoon competition 15:30
8/2 → Morning competition 5:30, Afternoon competition 15:30
8/3 → Morning competition 5:30, Flight curtain call (free flight) 15:30
📍On the night of 8/2 at 19:00, enjoy the balloon glow, where burners light up the balloons!!
A rainbow of balloons will color the summer sky🎵
For details, please see the official Hokkaido Balloon Festival website.
📍On 8/1, a summer evening fireworks show will be held in Kamishihoro Town from 20:00😍
Bring your family and friends and come join us🤗
Other event information is posted on the Tokachi Hare website event page, so please check the homepage.
https://hbf.jp//
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