How to Join as a Haneto Dancer
Join as a HanetoNebuta is a festival you can join, not just watch. In the proper costume, anyone can dance on the day.
✅ Conditions & rules
- You can join even without belonging to a team
- No prior registration or same-day sign-up needed
- You must wear the proper Haneto costume (with a flower hat)
- Gather before your team departs
- Do not join midway through the parade
- Follow the parade officials' instructions
- Do not walk against the flow
- Do not bring whistles, firecrackers, fireworks or large bottles
- Make way for ambulances and fire engines
- Disperse promptly when it ends
👘 Beginner's flow
- 1. Get a full Haneto costume (shops or rental in the city)
- 2. Gather behind the team you want to join
- 3. Line up before departure and follow the officials
- 4. Jump and shout 'Rassera!' and enjoy
Please check the official page for the latest costume purchase/rental info. Shop availability changes yearly.