Nijuyokka-ichi

This market fair was originally held as preparation for the passing of the new year on December 24 of the old lunar calendar.
Yasugawa Shotengai is usually visited by many tourists, but on this day, many locals also gather.
However, it has been said since times of old that the weather tends to be especially rough on this day—there is often heavy snow and blizzards.
Please make sure to dress warm.