CHIBA, Sep 13 (News On Japan) –
As the extreme late-summer warmth lingers, Kamogawa Sea World in Chiba Prefecture is drawing consideration for extending its widespread “Summer Splash” occasion till October 1st. Known for its thrilling killer whale performances, the marine park initially scheduled the splash-heavy attraction solely via August. But with temperatures remaining excessive, the present—the place orcas drench the viewers with large sprays from their tail fins—will now proceed into early autumn, permitting guests to take pleasure in a dramatic and refreshing expertise longer than anticipated.
The extension comes simply in time for the three-day weekend beginning September thirteenth, when scorching temperatures are anticipated to return. At Kamogawa Sea World, guests responded with enthusiasm: “Got totally soaked! It was freezing,” “I’m drenched,” and “It’s so fun because even adults can go wild—adults don’t usually get this wet!”
Kamogawa Sea World General Manager Kenji Nakahashi defined, “Since the intense late-summer heat is expected to continue through September, we’ve decided to extend the event through our anniversary on October 1st to help guests stay cool.”
For these searching for a extra conventional technique to benefit from the season whereas staying snug, the “Katsuura Great Harvest Festival” is one other advisable outing. Held over 4 days beginning September twelfth, the pageant originated within the late Edo interval as a prayer for a bountiful catch and options full of life mikoshi (transportable shrine) parades via the streets.
To assist guests beat the warmth whereas having fun with the festivities, organizers are providing a GPS-based net service referred to as “Matsuri NOW.” The device exhibits the real-time location of the mikoshi, permitting festival-goers to plan their actions and keep away from ready within the solar.
One attendee remarked, “Wow, I had no idea! It’s super convenient since once I go home, I never know where the mikoshi are.”
With a scorching three-day vacation approaching, locations like Kamogawa and Katsuura are adapting to make sure guests can take pleasure in Japan’s lingering summer season in consolation.
Source: FNN