2026 National Fireworks Festival Calendar — Check Major Fireworks by Month Across All 47 Prefectures
A complete calendar of Japan's 2026 fireworks festivals, organized by all 47 prefectures. Get all the details on major events like Sumidagawa, Nagaoka, Omagari, and Suwako, including dates, number of fireworks, and paid seating information.
Feb 25, 2026·✍️ olablog·⏱ 4 min read
A complete calendar of Japan's 2026 fireworks festivals, organized by all 47 prefectures. Get all the details on major events like Sumidagawa, Nagaoka, Omagari, and Suwako, including dates, number of fireworks, and paid seating information.
Fireworks festivals (花火大会, Hanabi Taikai), a quintessential summer tradition, reach their peak across Japan from July to August each year. This article presents a calendar of representative fireworks festivals scheduled for 2026 in all 47 major prefectures nationwide, organized by month. You can check dates, number of fireworks, availability of paid seating, and nearest access all in one place.
Major Fireworks Festivals in May
May is a warm-up period before the full fireworks season begins.
| Festival Name | Prefecture | Date | Number of Fireworks |
|---|---|---|---|
| The 48th 足立の花火 (Adachi Fireworks) | 東京都 (Tokyo Metropolis) | May 30 (Sat) | Approx. 13,000 |
| 葛飾納涼花火大会 (Katsushika Noryo Fireworks Festival) | 東京都 (Tokyo Metropolis) | Late July annually | Approx. 15,000 |
Major Fireworks Festivals in July
| Festival Name | Prefecture | Date | Number of Fireworks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 隅田川花火大会 (Sumidagawa Fireworks Festival) | 東京都 (Tokyo Metropolis) | Last Saturday of July annually | Approx. 20,000 |
| 天神祭奉納花火 (Tenjin Matsuri Hono Fireworks) | 大阪府 (Osaka Prefecture) | July 25 | Approx. 3,000 |
| 博多祇園山笠フィナーレ (Hakata Gion Yamakasa Finale) | 福岡県 (Fukuoka Prefecture) | Early morning, July 15 | No fireworks (Yamakasa only) |
| みなとこうべ海上花火大会 (Minato Kobe Kaijo Fireworks Festival) | 兵庫県 (Hyogo Prefecture) | Late July annually | Approx. 10,000 |
Major Fireworks Festivals in August
August is the month with the highest concentration of fireworks festivals nationwide.
| Festival Name | Prefecture | Date | Number of Fireworks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 長岡まつり大花火大会 (Nagaoka Matsuri Grand Fireworks Festival) | 新潟県 (Niigata Prefecture) | August 2 & 3 | Approx. 20,000 (Approx. 40,000 over two days) |
| 全国花火競技大会「大曲の花火」 (National Fireworks Competition "Omagari no Hanabi") | 秋田県 (Akita Prefecture) | Last Saturday of August | Approx. 18,000 |
| 諏訪湖祭湖上花火大会 (Suwako Matsuri Lake Fireworks Festival) | 長野県 (Nagano Prefecture) | August 15 | Approx. 40,000 |
| 関門海峡花火大会 (Kanmon Kaikyo Fireworks Festival) | 山口県 (Yamaguchi Prefecture)・福岡県 (Fukuoka Prefecture) | August 13 | Approx. 15,000 (total from both sides) |
| 神宮外苑花火大会 (Jingu Gaien Fireworks Festival) | 東京都 (Tokyo Metropolis) | Late August annually | Approx. 10,000 |
| 教祖祭PL花火芸術 (Kyoso-sai PL Fireworks Art) | 大阪府 (Osaka Prefecture) | August 1 | Approx. 20,000 |
Major Fireworks Festivals from September Onwards
| Festival Name | Prefecture | Date | Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| 土浦全国花火競技大会 (Tsuchiura National Fireworks Competition) | 茨城県 (Ibaraki Prefecture) | First Saturday of October annually | Approx. 20,000 fireworks, competition |
| 秩父夜祭花火 (Chichibu Yomatsuri Fireworks) | 埼玉県 (Saitama Prefecture) | December 3 | Approx. 7,000 fireworks, winter fireworks |
3 Key Points to Remember Before Attending
1. Book Paid Seating Early Popular paid seating for major festivals tends to sell out immediately after sales begin in April-May. Especially for the 隅田川花火大会 (Sumidagawa Fireworks Festival), 長岡まつり大花火大会 (Nagaoka Matsuri Grand Fireworks Festival), and 諏訪湖祭湖上花火大会 (Suwako Matsuri Lake Fireworks Festival), competition is fierce, so be sure to check official websites for advance reservation information.
2. Traffic Restrictions and Public Transport Congestion On the day of the event, large-scale traffic restrictions will be in place around the venue. Driving your own car is not recommended. Nearest stations will also be crowded, so it's safest to arrive 60-90 minutes before the start. Consider using an IC card like Suica or Pasmo, or a JR Pass if applicable, for smoother travel on public transport.
3. Check Weather and Cancellation Information As these events coincide with summer evening showers and typhoon season, always check official announcements in the afternoon of the event day. Some festivals may have a rescheduled date set for the next day or week.
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