Saga International Balloon Fiesta

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Saga International Balloon Fiesta is an internationally renowned, grand hot air balloon festival boasting one of Asia's largest scales, held every autumn along the vast Kase Riverbed in Saga City. The spectacular sight of over 100 colorful, giant balloons taking off into the grand sky all at once gives visiting travelers from all over the world deep emotion and excitement beyond words. Especially the moment balloons fly up within the serene air of early morning and the fantastic nighttime event where balloons are illuminated by burner flames are brilliant. Experiencing Saga's hot passion and global scale entirely with all five senses, it is the best entertainment that you must absolutely not miss.

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Saga Balloon Fiesta Organization Committee

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Saga Balloon Fiesta Organization Committee

Saga International Balloon Fiesta

Address: Nabeshimamachi, Saga City, Saga Prefecture
Website: https://www.sibf.jp/
Operator: Saga Balloon Fiesta Organization Committee

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