Held every August to celebrate the celestial reunion of the star-crossed deities Altair and Vega, Sendai Tanabata Matsuri is Tohoku's most celebrated summer festival. Downtown shopping arcades are draped in massive, intricately folded washi-paper streamers that rustle in the summer breeze, creating an enchanting wonderland for strolling visitors. Alongside the breathtaking decorations, the festival features lively stage performances, dazzling fireworks over the Hirose River, and stalls overflowing with classic festival food. It is an unforgettable showcase of traditional craft and seasonal Japanese merriment.
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