By Rambalac
Join a mesmerizing nighttime walk through the snowy streets of Aomori on New Year's Eve 2024. This immersive experience captures the natural sounds and atmosphere as people gather around shrines near Aomori Station to welcome the arrival of 2025.
The journey begins at 11:28 PM in freezing temperatures (0℃) with light rain falling. As the walk progresses, the video showcases various landmarks and moments, including shop streets, ringing temple bells, and a large crowd gathered in anticipation of the new year’s arrival. At exactly midnight, we witness celebrations marking the start of 2025. Other highlights include encounters with cats, ducks, thick snowfall, and even bits of fireworks illuminating the night sky.
Throughout the video, notable places visited include multiple shrines, the Aomori Bay Bridge, Nebuta Museum WA RASSE, the Aomori Labridge, and the Aomori Tourism Information Center ASPAM. The journey is enhanced by serene landscapes, snowy beaches, frozen playgrounds, and even some quirky touches like a 'Disco Vending Machine' and many snowmen scattered throughout the city.
This silent, atmospheric video gives viewers an authentic sense of winter in Aomori, making it a must-watch for those who love Japan’s snowy landscapes and cultural celebrations.