That looks fun! We have a few brave the cold for new years events here at random shrines, but nothing like that. It may take more than one drink to get me doing it, tho. haha
Man, and as always when I see winter photos of up there, I love the snow. Here in the Nagoya area we never get any snow. So different from back home.
Ah, that’s right, you’re in Nagoya. I’ve only been there once but really loved it. I need to go back and try some miso katsu. Anytime you’re in Niigata, gimme a buzz. Plenty of snow to go around and we can put you up for a night or two!