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<\/p>\nExperience the Grandeur of Asia\u2019s Largest Hot Air Balloon Festival: Held every year in early November, this international hot air balloon competition is the largest of its kind in Asia. A total of 128 colorful balloons from around the world will fill the autumn sky, offering a sight to behold.<\/p>\n
Special highlights include \u201cBalloon Fantasia,\u201d featuring popular characters and animals transformed into gigantic balloons, and \u201cLa Montgolfier Nocturne,\u201d a night tethering event scheduled for November 3rd and 4th from 18:30 to 19:00. Throughout the festival, daily \u201cBalloon Classes\u201d are available from 13:00 to 14:00, no reservation required. Here, participants can join pilots and crew in inflating a hot air balloon with hot air from burners and learn the mechanics of how balloons work.<\/p>\n
In addition, a market called \u201cUmakamon Ichiba\u201d will be open on-site, selling Saga\u2019s special agricultural and seafood products, as well as local cuisine. The festival also features a Trial Bike Show on November 2nd and 3rd, where world-class riders will showcase their skills in clearing obstacles with dazzling techniques. Don\u2019t miss this annual celebration of aerial spectacle and local culture.<\/p>\n
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\u2022 Kyushu Live \u2013 2022 SAGA International Balloon Fiesta (November 2, 2022)<\/p>\n10\/31 (Thu.) ~ 11\/4 (Mon., hol.)<\/del> This event has been cancelled due to typhoon 21. (As of Oct. 31<\/a>)<\/span>
\n\u2022 7:00~17:00 (Night mooring: 11\/3 and 11\/4, 18:30~19:00)
\n\u2022 Free viewing
\n\u2022 Kase Riverside
\n\u2022 Kase-machi, Saga City, Saga<\/a>
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