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Namahage なまはげ

Japanese folklore character associated with new year's ritual.

Location	Akita (秋田県)
When	February · December (Winter — exact dates change every year)
Type	Japanese festival (matsuri)

Planning to go? The Namahage is held in February, December, but the exact dates, times and any entry fees are set year by year. Check the local tourist information for this year's schedule before you travel.

Wikipedia (English): Namahage
Wikipedia (Japanese): なまはげ
Wikidata: Q1133889

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Namahage なまはげ

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