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The third edition of Nagai’s festival where everyone gathers, “Nagai Minnaga Fest,” will be held on Saturday, February 1st!

The third edition of Nagai’s festival where everyone gathers, “Nagai Minnaga Fest,” will be held on Saturday, February 1st!

The third edition of the Nagai Minnaga Fest has been scheduled for Saturday, February 1st!

This time, it will be held in conjunction with the “22nd Nagai Snow Lantern Corridor Festival 2025” as a special collaborative event. Take a stroll through the central shopping district of Nagai City and fully enjoy the winter charm of Nagai City ♪

Overview of Nagai Minnaga Fest

[Date]
Saturday, February 1, 2025
[Venue]
Nagai City Central District
Including five shopping districts in Nagai City (Motomachi, Omachi, Koyacho, Ekimae Chuo-dori, and Aramachi), as well as Tas Park Hotel Nagai.

Special Collaborative Event for Nagai Minnaga Fest

1. Enjoy Local Dishes from Around the World at the Shopping Districts and Tas Park Hotel Nagai

We will be offering local dishes prepared by foreign residents working in the city! You’ll also find some rare and unique dishes that are hard to come by. Take this opportunity to enjoy authentic flavors from around the world ♪

Serving Time: From 5:30 PM
Note: Omachi Street Shopping District starts at 6:00 PM, and Motomachi Main Street Shopping District starts at 6:30 PM.

Nagai Station Central Shopping District

[Venue] Kimuraya Main Store Parking Lot
[Cuisine Offered] Indonesian Cuisine

“Bakso”
A popular Indonesian street food. It’s a soup dish featuring chewy chicken meatballs and vermicelli as its main ingredients!

Aramachi Shopping Association

[Venue] Vacant lot on the east corner near the intersection by Nishikiya
[Cuisine Offered] German Cuisine

“Wurst”
Authentic German sausages.

“Kinder Punch”
A warm, spiced juice! It’s a hot wine-style drink suitable for children, but this time, we’ll be offering versions for both adults and kids.

Omachi Street Shopping District

[Venue] Sasaki Flower Shop Parking Lot
[Cuisine Offered] Mexican Cuisine

“Elote”
A classic street food in Mexico – grilled corn on the cob.

“Rompope”
A traditional creamy hot drink from Mexico.

Koyacho Shopping Association

[Venue] Community Center
[Cuisine Offered] American Cuisine

“Candy Cane”
A sweet and refreshing candy shaped like a lucky cane.

“Eggnog”
A classic winter custard-style hot drink in America.

“Lemonade, Hot Cocoa, and Strawberry Lemonade”
A selection of American beverages.

Motomachi Main Street Shopping District

[Venue] Kuwashima Memorial Hall
[Cuisine Offered] Polish Cuisine

“Chocolate Salami”
A chocolate treat shaped like a sausage (designed to look like salami).

“Pierogi”
A Polish soul food similar to dumplings.

Tas Park Hotel Nagai

[Venue] Tas Park Hotel Nagai, 1st Floor
[Cuisine Offered] Tanzanian Cuisine

“Kilimanjaro Coffee”

“Chapati Maji”
A unique flour-based dish, different from crepes or naan – a true soul food of Tanzania.

2. Find Winter Characters and Collect Stamps! “Snow Exploration Rally”

In conjunction with the Snow Lantern Corridor Festival, winter-themed characters will appear in the central shopping districts of Nagai City! The three characters will repeatedly stay at one stamp spot for a set period and then move to another spot. Collect stamps from the characters, and when you gather all three, you’ll receive a prize!
Each person can participate once, and everyone is welcome to join. Please check the map for the stamp spots! ♪

[Event Time]
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

[How to Participate]
1. Obtain a stamp card at the event headquarters (Crossba), Kurunto (opening ceremony), or any designated areas.
2. Visit the spots and collect stamps from the characters.
3. Visit the event headquarters (Crossba) to receive your prize! (*Show your stamped card to receive your reward.)

[Prizes]
Participation Prize (1 or more stamps): Bath salts from various regions across Japan (limited to the first 200 participants).
Completion Prize (all 3 stamps): Nagai Coin worth 1,005 yen (limited to the first 50 participants).

3. End Your Day with a Warm Foot Bath

Perfect for the chilly winter, we’re setting up a cozy foot bath!
After enjoying plenty of outdoor fun, warm up with a relaxing soak in the foot bath.
Please bring your own towel or other necessities when using the facility.

[Location]
Across the street from Cross-ba (Event Headquarters), inside the garage on Doremi’s property.
[Operating Hours]
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM

The 22nd Nagai Snow Lantern Corridor Festival 2025

Time Schedule

4:50 PMOpening Ceremony at Kurunto (Water Plaza)
Featuring an appearance by Yuki-chan!
5:00 PMCitywide Illumination (until 7:30 PM)
6:00 PMSimultaneous Gift Campaign” Begins! Stay tuned for exciting surprises!
(Venues: Ekimae Central Street, Motomachi Street, Omachi Street, Koyacho Street, Aramachi Street)

Details of Events in Each Area

Ekimae Central Street Area

Lottery for 15 Nagai Central Shopping District Gift Certificates! (Limited to the first 50 participants)

Omachi Area

[Venue] Sasaki Flower Shop Parking Lot

Snow Lanterns and Sculptures
 • Dengaku Lanterns: “Omachi Phantom Night”
 • “Red and White Mochi and Beans” Toss
 • Mini Slide with the theme of the zodiac sign “Year of the Snake”

〈Food Booths〉
 • Midwinter Evening Market by Asaichi Club (Food Booths)
 • Ice Bar
 • New Year Auction

Other Attractions
 • “Kuwa-chan” Shooting Gallery
 • Midwinter Balloon Takeru-san
 • Portrait Sketching
 • Kosyau Café

★ “Red and White Mochi” for the first 60 participants

Motomachi Area

[Venue] Kuwashima Memorial Hall

“Motomachi Shopping District Free Gacha”
 • Limited to the first 50 participants (one attempt per person)
 • Everyone’s a winner! Prizes worth a total of 50,000 yen, including Nagai Coins, are guaranteed for all participants!

Koyacho Area

[Venue] Community Center

Event Highlights / Warmly welcoming visitors with the gentle glow of candlelight.

Rock-Paper-Scissors Tournament
• Win a meal voucher for one of Koyacho’s restaurants! (Limited to 4 groups)

Candy Gift Bags
• Available for the first 50 participants.

Aramachi Area

[Venue] Vacant lot on the east corner of the intersection near Nishikiya

Glow-in-the-Dark Item Giveaway!

Event Highlights
Aramachi Illumination Fantasy
Midwinter Festival Stalls
Children’s Play Area

For more details, please visit:

[Nagai City Tourism Association]
 • Event Page: https://kankou-nagai.jp/log/?l=544524
 • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kankounagai/