Preparations are underway for the 2025 Saiko Ice Festival, set to begin on February 1st at the Wild Bird Forest Park in Fujikawaguchiko Town, Yamanashi Prefecture.
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Crafting Massive Ice Sculptures
Local organizers are carefully creating impressive ice sculptures using a unique technique:
- Wooden frames have been constructed as the base for the sculptures
- Water has been sprayed onto these frames since late December
- The sculptures will feature Mount Fuji and other local mountain landscapes
- A special sculpture of a snake (representing the Chinese zodiac year) is also being prepared
Perfect Conditions for Ice Art
The festival requires specific weather conditions to create these massive ice sculptures:
- Ideal temperatures must be below -5°C (23°F)
- This year’s cold winter forecast is promising for sculpture creation
- Watanabe Yasuji, the Tourism Association President, is optimistic about the ice formation process
Festival Details
Dates:
February 1-11, 2025
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