National Treasure Matsumoto Castle Ice Sculpture Festival 2025
Matsumoto's winter tradition: the Ice Festival
Ice sculptors from across the nation create bold yet delicate ice artworks. Witness the impressive creation process and admire the magnificent finished pieces as they emerge with the morning sun. Throughout the event
, ice sculptures will be crafted and displayed at various locations throughout the city. Stroll through the photogenic ice castle town.
【National Ice Sculpture Championship】
Venue: Matsumoto Castle
Park Live Production: January 24 (Sat) 5:00 PM ~ January 25 (Sun) 5
:00 AM Exhibition: January 25 (Sun) 5:00 AM ~ approx
. 2:00 PM *Exhibition time may be shortened due to weather or other conditions. 【National Ice Sculpture Pre-Event】
A gateway for young ice sculptors
.This competition primarily features participants with less than 5 years of experience. Come see works brimming with youthful energy and passion.
Venue:
Hanatokei Park Live Production: January 23 (Fri) 2:00 PM - 8
:00 PM Exhibition: January 23 (Fri) 8:00 PM - January 25 (Sun) approx
. 2:00 PM *Exhibition time may be shortened due to weather or other conditions.
【Ice Sculpture Street Exhibitions】 Ice art appears
throughout the city. Its appearance changes with time and light. Don't miss your photo opportunity!
January 22 (Thu) 3:00 PM~ Matsumoto City Museum of Art, Matsumoto Station Front
Plaza January 23 (Fri) 1:00 PM~ Nakamachi Kura Chickan Otemon
Masugata Ruins Plaza 【Participatory Events】 Featuring a 20m-long jumbo ice
slide, street performer shows, workshops, and plenty of fun activities for all ages!
Venue: Matsumoto Castle
Park Content: Stage events, Giant Ice Slide
January 24 (Sat) 10:00 AM - 3
:00 PM January 25 (Sun) 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Information
- Period
- Thursday, January 22, 2025 – Friday, January 25, 2025
- Venue
- National Treasure Matsumoto Castle, Flower Clock Park, Matsumoto City Museum of Art, Matsumoto Station Plaza, Nakamachi Warehouse Museum, Otemon Masugata Ruins Plaza
- Contact
- 0263-34-8307 (Administrative Office: Matsumoto City Tourism Brand Division)
- Organizer
- Castle Town Matsumoto Festa Organizing Committee
- Prices
- Free
- Access
- From Matsumoto Station's Castle Exit, take the Town Sneaker North Course and get off at "Matsumoto Castle/City Hall Front." Ride time: approx. 10 min. Approx. 15 min walk from Matsumoto Station.
*Note: Business hours and closures are subject to change.















